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The first week of 2026 started with volatility, fast rotations, and clear institutional signals. Here are the five key crypto stories of the week.
Crypto Market Pullback at the Start of 2026
On January 2, the crypto market corrected sharply. Bitcoin fell around 4.4%, while Ethereum declined by approximately 9%, driven by ETF outflows and macro uncertainty amid thin holiday liquidity.
Market Rebound Led by Memecoins
From January 2 onward, the market rebounded. Bitcoin moved back above $90,000, while speculative capital rotated into memecoins. DOGE, PEPE, and HOLO posted strong double-digit gains, pushing total market capitalization back toward $3.1T.
Ripple Unlocks 1 Billion XRP
On January 1, Ripple unlocked 1 billion XRP from escrow, valued at roughly $1.9B at the time. The scheduled unlock drew attention due to potential short-term supply pressure at the start of the year.
BlackRock Signals Institutional Shift on Stablecoins
On January 3, BlackRock stated that stablecoins are entering a phase of systemic financial relevance, reinforcing the view that stablecoins are becoming core financial infrastructure for global institutions.
Fed Outlook & US Regulatory Focus
Markets are watching macro and regulatory developments closely. The Fed signaled expectations for rate cuts in 2026, while attention remains on potential progress around the CLARITY Act and ongoing US shutdown risks affecting liquidity.
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