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The crypto market is in a delicate spot as of January 9, 2026: Bitcoin is trading around $90,200, showing minor pullbacks this week but holding firm above the key $90K support after brief dips. Dominance sits at approximately 58.5%, slightly up as risk appetite contracts. Total market cap hovers near $3.08T, with modest sideways action overall. The Fear & Greed Index reads around 27–41 (deep in Fear territory), reflecting lingering...
Metaplanet Shares Hit Three-Month Premium After MSCI Shelves Exclusion Plan for Bitcoin Treasury Firms
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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 to1.25.
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...
Crypto Weekly Snapshot – Strong Start to 2026
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U.S. action leading to Maduro’s custody triggered market gains and liquidations
The cryptocurrency market has kicked off 2026 with a robust rally, driven primarily by heightened risk appetite following U.S. geopolitical actions in Venezuela. As of January 5, Bitcoin trades around $92,500 after briefly touching $93,000, reflecting a strong rebound from late-2025 consolidation. Major altcoins have followed suit, pushing the total...
Tether Boosts Bitcoin Reserves with 8,888 BTC Purchase
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Tether purchased 8,888 BTC in the fourth quarter of 2025, worth approximately $780 million at current prices.
The acquisition brings Tether’s total Bitcoin holdings to over 96,000 BTC, positioning it among the top five largest BTC holders.
This move aligns with Tether’s policy of using up to 15% of quarterly profits to buy Bitcoin for reserve diversification.
Stablecoin issuer Tether has reinforced its...
Bitcoin and Ether Plunge Over 22% in Q4 2025 Amid Failed Santa Rally
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Bitcoin and Ether experienced sharp declines in Q4 2025, with BTC down approximately 22% and ETH falling 28%.
The expected “Santa rally” fizzled out due to thin holiday liquidity, profit-taking, and a broader risk-off environment.
In contrast, precious metals like gold surged to new highs, highlighting shifting investor preferences.
As 2025 draws to a close, the cryptocurrency market is grappling with...






