A widely followed crypto analyst says that one rival of smart contract platform Solana (SOL) is waiting in the wings before making its next move to the upside while updating his outlook on Bitcoin (BTC).

Bitcoin (BTC) saw a notable bounce of 4% after reacting to the recent Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting. Initially dropping to $101,365 in response to the Fed's decision to keep interest rates unchanged, BTC quickly recovered to $104,797.

Cryptocurrency markets are rising on Thursday, fueled by positive developments in the broader market and a 25-basis point rate cut announced by the European Central Bank. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $105,646.53 +1.9% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,271.23 +4.4% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $240.29 +2.7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.13 +1.3% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3344 +1.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.0000188 +1.8% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 27.9% and daily active addresses up by 1.3%.

Experts warn that a bitcoin-only reserve poses concentration risks and exposes the U.S. to potential volatility. Two experts urge the U.S. administration to diversify its crypto stockpile to build a resilient digital reserve and reduce systemic risks. Ripple vs. Bitcoin Maximalists The establishment of a bitcoin-only reserve poses concentration risks and exposes the U.S.

Bitcoin trades above $100,000, but investors' “unit bias” and the rise of spot BTC ETFs have drastically decreased retail investors' presence in the market.

Tesla's latest financial report for Q4 2024 reveals a significant $600 million gain from its Bitcoin holdings, which have now exceeded $1 billion in value, thanks to a new accounting rule. The change in the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) guidelines allows companies to report their crypto holdings at market value, offering a clearer picture of their financial standing.

Canadian Bitcoin developer Peter Todd, who gained mainstream prominence last year after being identified as Satoshi Nakamoto in a controversial HBO documentary, has opined that Bitcoin "did not win" in El Salvador after the country's major U-turn.

Bitcoin (BTC) has seen an impressive 8% surge since Monday, solidifying $100K as a strong support level. After weeks of volatility and uncertainty, BTC has now reclaimed key levels and is pushing toward an all-time high (ATH) retest.

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) is on a two-day winning streak following the Federal Reserve's decision to keep rates unchanged as the market expected.

Solana (SOL) price has risen more than 5% in the last 24 hours, bringing its market cap to around $117 billion and trading volume to surpass $6 billion. Despite this short-term surge, technical indicators remain mixed, with the Ichimoku Cloud showing uncertainty and the BBTrend still in negative territory.

Ethereum price remains above $3,000, signaling potential for further gains as market sentiment improves. On-chain data reveals large investors accumulating ETH, indicating confidence in a possible rally.

The Bitcoin exchange balance has jumped to its lowest level since July 2024 as the broader market takes a major shift. According to insight from Glassnode, this exchange BTC supply has now dropped below the 3,000,000 support zone.

Crypto asset management firm Grayscale is launching a new Bitcoin (BTC) mining exchange-traded fund (ETF).

The official X account of Time, the famous red-framed magazine, was hacked earlier this Thursday in order to promote a fake Solana-based cryptocurrency.

On Jan. 30, the European Central Bank (ECB) decided to cut its three key interest rates by 25 basis points. This brings the deposit facility rate to 2.75%, the main refinancing operations rate to 2.90%, and the marginal lending rate to 3.15%.

Bitcoin's price surge helped Tesla mask deeper struggles, adding $600M to its earnings. But behind the numbers, falling demand, price cuts, and squeezed margins tell a different story.

Solana's market maturity and liquidity could accelerate broader crypto ETF adoption, enhancing market stability and investor confidence. The post Solana's market structure mirrors Bitcoin and Ether, strengthening its bid for US ETF approval appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Wallets holding $159 million in ETH have informally voted Danny Ryan, an Ethereum researcher, to be the next leader of the Ethereum Foundation.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) stands at a crossroads, with the cryptocurrency community wondering whether a potential ‘top' may be approaching or if the apex crypto is gearing up for another rally. What Happened: In a detailed thread on X on Thursday, crypto chart analyst Ali Martinez highlighted growing selling pressure from miners and long-term holders, noting that over $3 billion in realized profits were recorded in December 2024, while 20,000 BTC (worth $2 billion) was sold by miners in mid-January.

The on-chain analytics firm Glassnode has revealed how a popular myth surrounding the decline of the Bitcoin exchange supply isn't real.

Ethereum (ETH) has been facing increasing volatility in the market, particularly with a widening gap in price action between Bitcoin (BTC) and ETH. As digital assets and web3 protocols gain mainstream adoption, the historical correlation between Bitcoin's bull runs and the altcoin season is weakening.

Ethereum should be able to reach the low to mid-4000s before we see the next pullback from where the rally to $10000 can start in earnest.

A crypto strategist is warning that Bitcoin must hold one key level as support or BTC could experience a severe correction. Trader Ali Martinez tells his 121,300 followers on the social media platform X that if Bitcoin fails to hold $91,700 as support, BTC could decline 30% from its current value.

ECB president Christine Lagarde said the bank would not consider holding Bitcoin reserves as sovereign entities rushed toward the asset.

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The market momentum for bitcoin ETFs continued after a sluggish start to the week, with Wednesday's inflow hitting $92 million. Bitcoin ETFs Attract $92 Million in Fresh Inflows On Wednesday, Jan. 29, bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) experienced a net inflow of $92.09 million, according to data from Sosovalue.

Ethereum's price action is showing signs of an impending breakout as it moves back and forth within a falling wedge pattern on the daily candlestick time frame chart. According to an analysis first posted on the TradingView platform, this formation is a strong bullish signal that could push the Ethereum price toward $3,800 if history repeats itself.

The European institutions resist the growing adoption of cryptocurrencies

Norway's sovereign wealth fund, managed by Norges Bank Investment Management, has positions in MicroStrategy, Square, Tesla, MARA Holdings, Riot Platforms and Coinbase.

The Czech National Bank is exploring a 5% Bitcoin allocation in its reserves, signaling growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in national financial strategies.

Unlike past bull cycles, Ethereum lacks speculative whale activity.

Solana price recovers today, reaching its highest point since Tuesday. This rebound coincided with the broad crypto market rally, with Bitcoin soaring above $105,000.

Crypto assets are trading sideways after attempting a narrow recovery following last week's free fall. Despite slight whale inflows, Solana (SOL) and Tron (TRX) are among the struggling altcoins.

After a tough 2024 for the Bitcoin mining industry, mining companies might finally get some relief as competition might slowly cool down.

El Salvador's Legislative Assembly has amended its Bitcoin Law, making it optional for merchants to accept Bitcoin as payment. This change aligns with conditions set by the International Monetary Fund for a $1.

Ethereum (ETH) is showing signs of a potential price correction, with its Market Value to Realized Value (MVRV) ratio dipping below a critical 160-day moving average. This metric, which tracks the relationship between Ethereum's market value and its realized value, is signaling possible bearish trends, leading to concerns about a 40% price drop.

The Czech National Bank is exploring a potential expansion of its investment portfolio, as global institutions, such as the Norwegian sovereign wealth fund, show increasing exposure to assets like Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). What Happened: The CNB's Bank Board, during its Thursday meeting, approved an analysis into broadening its international reserves.

Grayscale introduced its Bitcoin Miners ETF on NYSE Arca, offering exposure to key Bitcoin mining firms like Marathon and Riot. Tracking the Indxx Bitcoin Miners Index, the fund focuses on companies shaping the sector, from hardware to mining operations, as the industry adapts to evolving market conditions. The post Grayscale Launches Bitcoin Mining ETF on NYSE Arca appeared first on Cryptonews.

DeepSeek may have “nothing to do” with crypto, but its sudden entrance on the scene affected crypto prices.

Elon Musk's electric car manufacturer, Tesla, reported a $600 million net paper gain on its Bitcoin holdings in the fourth quarter of 2024 after taking advantage of a new accounting rule that allows companies to value digital assets at current market prices each quarter.

ECB President Lagarde said she's "confident" bitcoin will not be a part of the assets of any EU central bank.

After the week-long corrective pullback that cut across crypto majors, assets like Litecoin and Bitcoin are on a rebound. In both cases, the bulls are striving to break crucial resistance in their quest to retest and surpass recent highs.

The JELLYJELLY token, inspired by Venmo's founder, sees explosive growth on launch day, marking a shift towards Internet Capital Markets on Solana.

Bitcoin has caught yet another market correlation. According to JPMorgan analysts, BTC is most closely correlated with small-cap tech stocks.

The Government evaluates new asset class for diversification

Trump's recent executive order may signal the end of Bitcoin's historically rigid four-year market cycle. With regulatory clarity, institutional adoption, and government-backed initiatives, could this policy shift usher in a new era of sustained growth—eliminating the dreaded crypto winter?

El Salvador agreed to stop accepting tax payments in BTC and to “gradually unwind” the Chivo wallet, a government-issued crypto wallet.

Securitize has expanded its tokenized real-world asset (RWA) offerings by integrating with Solana as part of a new collaboration with Apollo Global Management. The partnership introduces a tokenized version of the Apollo Diversified Credit Fund (ACRED), offering on-chain access to private credit investments.