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U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced net outflows between $243 million and $486 million on January 7, 2026, ending a brief inflow streak. Bitcoin’s price dropped below $90,000 on January 8, reflecting a 2% decline over 24 hours amid broader market caution. Analysts attribute the moves to portfolio rebalancing and normalization, not a fundamental shift in institutional interest. Bitcoin’s early 2026 rally has hit a speed bump, w…

MSCI has opted not to exclude companies with over 50% of assets in digital currencies from its indexes for the February 2026 review. Metaplanet’s shares rose 4% in Tokyo trading, boosting its market-to-net asset value ratio to 1.25. The decision averts immediate selling pressure but flags future consultations on non-operating entities. Japanese firm Metaplanet saw its stock climb to a three-month premium relative to its bitco…

XRP surged 11% to nearly $2.40, outperforming major tokens amid institutional buying. Spot XRP ETFs recorded $48 million in daily inflows, pushing cumulative totals past $1 billion since November 2025 launch. Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin receives national bank-grade oversight, positioning it for broader institutional use. Analysts forecast potential upside to $8 by end-2026, citing regulatory clarity and ecosystem growth. In…

Swift US Raid Ends Maduro’s Rule: Elite forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a pre-dawn operation on January 3, 2026, marking a dramatic geopolitical shift. Polymarket Bets Pay Off: The event resolved prediction markets with over $56 million in volume, turning long-shot wagers into substantial profits. Insider Trading Concerns Emerge: Suspicious trades ahead of the announcement have prompted Rep. Ritchi…