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According to Odaily, four informed sources have revealed that U.S. officials discussed offering one-time payments to Greenland residents as an attempt to persuade them to separate from Denmark and potentially 'join' the United States. While the exact amount and method of payment remain unclear, sources indicated that U.S. officials, including those from the White House, considered payments ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 per person. The idea of directly paying residents of Greenland, a Danish overseas territory with a population of 57,000, illustrates how the U.S. might attempt to 'purchase' the island, despite firm assertions from both Danish and Greenlandic authorities that Greenland is not for sale.

According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 05:57, a total of 1,492,900 TON was transferred from Kiln to an anonymous address beginning with Uf9kSlin. Subsequently, this address moved a portion of the TON, totaling 1,492,900, to another destination.

According to Cointelegraph, Bitcoin's rally at the start of the year encountered significant resistance near $93,000, leading to a market pullback that refocused attention on crucial support levels. Despite the fragile higher-time-frame (HTF) structure, the lower time-frame (LTF) signals indicate that bulls might still have a chance to regain control if key levels are maintained.

Bitcoin faced rejection at $93,000 for the third time, causing it to slip back toward weekly lows near $89,250. The increase in open interest during this dip suggests that short positions are being established around $90,000. Strong passive bids at this level could either act as a springboard for recovery or fail, potentially opening the door to the $86,000 to $87,000 range.

Following an 8% surge to $93,000, Bitcoin formed a swing failure pattern (SFP) at the same resistance level for the third time. This rejection pushed BTC down to weekly lows near $89,250, raising the risk of consolidation or bearish continuation in line with the broader HTF trend. However, the LTF structure still offers room for a bullish response. Bitcoin is currently testing a key order block between $89,200 and $90,500, where bulls could attempt fresh long entries if momentum turns positive.

Adding to this support, BTC remains above the monthly rolling VWAP (volume-weighted average price), which turned bullish again at the start of 2026. In the near term, Bitcoin might move sideways into the weekly close. A decisive bullish engulfing recovery above $91,666 would mark the first confirmation of bullish continuation, forming a higher low on the LTF trend and potentially trapping late shorts positioned between $90,000 and $92,000.

Open interest data supports this setup. As BTC dipped from $92,000 to $90,000, open interest climbed sharply, indicating that short positions are building. If BTC can defend $90,000, a short squeeze becomes likely. A strong daily close above $91,700 would be the first signal, paving the way for another test of $93,000. However, failure to hold above $89,000 would quickly expose internal liquidity between $86,000 and $87,000, providing sellers with a clear downside target.

Data from CoinGlass shows the aggregated order book liquidity delta flashing strong passive bids around $90,000. Over the past two weeks, similar bid absorption has preceded short-term recoveries, a pattern that could repeat if buyers continue to defend this zone. Nevertheless, futures trader Byzantine General cautioned that rising open interest cuts both ways, noting that liquidations data suggests a significant amount of vulnerable longs. While a bounce at $90,000 is possible, the analyst believes it makes sense for Bitcoin to eventually take out local lows around $86,000.

According to Cointelegraph, Morgan Stanley is set to introduce a digital asset wallet in 2026, marking a significant expansion of its crypto investment offerings. The financial services giant aims to support cryptocurrencies and real-world tokenized assets (RWAs) such as stocks, bonds, and real estate, with plans to include more assets over time. This development follows the company's announcement in September that users of its E*Trade brokerage platform will be able to trade cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (BTC), Solana (SOL), and Ether (ETH), starting in 2026.

The move underscores the growing acceptance of crypto and blockchain technology among established financial institutions. Morgan Stanley has also filed several crypto-related applications with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including for spot Bitcoin and Solana exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These ETFs are designed to be passive investment funds that track the spot price of these cryptocurrencies by holding them. Additionally, the company has filed for a staked Ether ETF, which will hold spot ETH and stake a portion of the fund’s ETH to earn staking income.

Staking involves pledging or locking up tokens to secure proof-of-stake blockchain networks, either directly as a validator processing transactions or through third-party delegation with a staking services provider. Participants in staking are rewarded in the token of the blockchain they are securing. Initially, Morgan Stanley offered crypto investment products to wealthy clients with at least $1.5 million in investible assets. However, in October, the company expanded its offerings to all clients, recommending conservative crypto allocations. Analysts suggested up to a 4% allocation for higher-risk portfolios focused on growth and a 2% allocation for balanced risk portfolios.

According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 01:13, a total of 283.19 BTC was transferred from an anonymous address, beginning with 12YGEm, to Jump Crypto.

On Jan 08, 2026, 17:03 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has crossed the 91,000 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 91,040.890625 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 0.04% decrease in 24 hours.

On Jan 08, 2026, 16:49 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has crossed the 890 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 890.159973 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 1.11% decrease in 24 hours.

Key TakeawaysDogecoin price fell nearly 4.2% in the past 24 hours, underperforming the broader crypto marketLiquidation pressure wiped out over $2 million in leveraged long positionsMarket-wide pullback followed Bitcoin’s rejection near $94,000Liquidation Pressure Accelerates DeclineDOGE’s drop was intensified by a liquidation cascade, with data showing more than $2.05 million in long positions wiped out within a single hour.The sell-off followed Bitcoin’s failure to break above $94,000, a rejection that dragged altcoins lower.As leverage was flushed out, Dogecoin fell from around $0.1485 to $0.1398, erasing a significant portion of its recent weekly gains.The extreme hourly liquidation imbalance, exceeding 23,000%, highlights how quickly downside momentum accelerated once key levels broke.Broader Market Pullback Weighs on DOGEThe wider crypto market declined roughly 2%, driven by ETF outflows and miner-related selling.Bitcoin ETFs saw withdrawals of approximately $730 million, while declining risk appetite reduced speculative demand for high-beta assets like memecoins.Dogecoin’s 24-hour trading volume dropped more than 25% to $1.66 billion, signaling fading retail participation.At the same time, the Fear & Greed Index cooled to 43 (Neutral), reinforcing a more defensive market stance ahead of upcoming U.S. macro data.Technical Resistance Triggers Profit-TakingFrom a technical perspective, DOGE failed to sustain a breakout above $0.16, a key resistance level aligned with the 23.6% Fibonacci retracement and a psychological ceiling since late 2025.Momentum indicators weakened following the rejection, with short-term averages clustering near current price levels while longer-term averages remain higher, reflecting overhead supply.The loss of momentum prompted traders to lock in profits after the recent rally.Key levels to watch:Support: $0.135 (near-term), with downside risk extending toward $0.11 if brokenResistance: $0.16, followed by the $0.18–$0.19 zoneOutlook: Stabilization or Further Weakness?Despite near-term pressure, on-chain data shows whale accumulation of roughly 220 million DOGE earlier in the week, suggesting potential mid-term support.However, immediate price direction remains closely tied to Bitcoin’s next move and broader market sentiment.If DOGE can hold above $0.135, consolidation may follow. A decisive breakdown below this level could delay any recovery attempt.

Key TakeawaysEthereum price falls about 2.3% to near $3,100, underperforming the broader crypto marketRegulatory pressure from California law raises compliance and liquidity concernsTechnical resistance near $3,150–$3,200 caps short-term upsideRegulatory Developments Add PressureEthereum came under pressure after California's bill of SB 822, classifying dormant ETH held by custodians as unclaimed property, came into effect at the start of this year.The rule introduces new compliance obligations for exchanges and custodial platforms, raising operational costs.For markets, this creates short-term uncertainty around liquidity and access, especially for institutional participants.Concerns are growing that similar state-level actions could fragment U.S. crypto regulation, weighing on institutional interest.Market-Wide Caution Hits ETH PriceBroader crypto conditions remain cautious.Spot trading volumes dropped 18.93% in the past 24 hours, signaling reduced conviction across digital assets.Bitcoin ETFs recorded $243M in net outflows, reinforcing a profit-taking narrative after strong year-to-date gains.With ETH showing a 0.95 correlation to Bitcoin, the pullback amplified Ethereum’s downside move.Technical Resistance Limits UpsideFrom a technical standpoint, ETH failed to hold above the 7-day moving average near $3,154, triggering renewed selling pressure.The RSI around 57 indicates bullish momentum is cooling but not yet exhausted.Short-term averages cluster between $3,030 and $3,120, while longer-term resistance remains firm near $3,300–$3,350.Low turnover, estimated near 6.3% of market cap, suggests thin liquidity, magnifying price swings.Institutional And Whale Signals DivergeDespite near-term weakness, whale activity remains notable.BitMine Immersion Technologies added $105M in ETH, bringing its total holdings to about 4.07 million ETH, or 3.36% of supply.On-chain data also shows smaller whale wallets accumulating modestly, while some smart money trimmed exposure.This divergence reflects mixed confidence, with long-term accumulation offset by short-term caution.ETH Outlook: Key Levels to WatchThe near-term Ethereum forecast hinges on whether ETH can hold support near the 30-day SMA around $3,040.A sustained break below this zone could open room for deeper consolidation.On the upside, reclaiming $3,150 and then $3,200 would signal renewed strength.

According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 00:11, a total of 4,267 ETH was transferred from one anonymous address, beginning with 0x6C8E, to another anonymous address, starting with 0x3b58.

According to Odaily, the New York Federal Reserve's monthly survey reveals an increase in U.S. inflation expectations for December, while perceptions of job opportunities have reached their lowest point in at least 12.5 years. The report indicates that consumers anticipate a 3.4% rise in prices over the next year, up from 3.2% in November. Additionally, the estimated probability of finding a new job after unemployment has dropped to 43.1%, marking the lowest level since the bank began its consumer expectations survey in mid-2013. These figures highlight a divide among Federal Reserve officials, with some prioritizing inflation concerns and others perceiving a higher risk of rising unemployment. This disparity is likely to hinder any adjustments to interest rates at the Fed's upcoming policy meeting later this month.

Key TakeawaysXRP price falls about 4% to $2.13 amid broader crypto market weaknessWhale divergence persists as large holders reduce flows while retail activity risesETF outflows near $40M signal cooling institutional interestMarket Pullback Pressures XRP PriceXRP declined to around $2.13, underperforming the broader crypto market’s 1.18% dip.The drop followed a risk-off shift ahead of U.S. jobs data, with total crypto liquidations near $477M.Bitcoin and Ethereum also retreated, reinforcing short-term caution across digital assets.ETF data added pressure, as XRP ETF outflows of about $40M marked a rare pause in recent inflows.Whale Activity Shows DivergenceOn-chain data highlights a whale divergence.Large holders still account for roughly 60% of recent Binance inflows, but this share has declined from earlier peaks near 70%.This reduction suggests easing large-holder distribution, a medium-term stabilizing signal.At the same time, retail participation rose to nearly 40% of exchange inflows, increasing short-term volatility.Technical Levels Define The Battle ZoneFrom a technical viewpoint, XRP failed to sustain a move above the $2.41 Fibonacci swing high, triggering profit-taking.Source: TradingViewPrice is now hovering near the 50-day Exponential Moving Average at $2.07, a key trend reference.The RSI near 54 shows bullish momentum cooling but not fully exhausted.Shorter-term moving averages remain clustered between $2.03–$2.09, while longer-term averages near $2.22–$2.34 continue to cap upside attempts.Derivatives And Sentiment Cool FurtherDerivatives data reflects declining participation.Futures open interest fell to about $4.26B, down sharply from earlier levels above $5.5B, signaling reduced speculative confidence.The Fear & Greed Index near 28 underscores growing caution.Historically, XRP struggles to trend higher when sentiment weakens alongside falling derivatives activity.Outlook: Stabilization Or Further Weakness?The near-term XRP forecast depends on holding the $2.07–$2.00 zone.A sustained move below this area could expose lower historical supports near $1.77–$1.61.On the upside, reclaiming levels above $2.22 and eventually $2.40 would help restore confidence.

Key TakeawaysZcash (ZEC) price drops over 20% to around $381 after ECC team resignationGovernance dispute at Bootstrap weighs on sentiment despite open-source continuityTechnical patterns point to $275–$300 as a key downside zoneZcash Price Drops After Core Team ExitZcash price slid more than 20% to $381, its weakest level in three weeks, after the entire core development team resigned from the Electric Coin Company (ECC).The sell-off followed confirmation that the team would form a new entity, citing unresolved governance disputes with nonprofit parent Bootstrap.Market reaction was swift. Despite reassurances that the Zcash network remains operational and secure, uncertainty around development coordination triggered renewed selling pressure.Governance Uncertainty Weighs on Market ConfidenceAt the center of the Zcash news is a dispute over nonprofit governance and legal constraints on external funding.Bootstrap stated it is exploring alternative structures for investment while ensuring compliance with U.S. nonprofit law.Former ECC CEO Josh Swihart described recent governance changes as a “constructive discharge.”No criminal allegations have been made, but the episode has weakened short-term confidence in the project’s direction.Technical Structure Signals Downside RiskFrom a chart perspective, ZEC recently broke below a key support confluence of a rising trendline and the 20-day EMA.Analysts now identify a descending channel and bear flag pattern, increasing odds of a move toward $275–$300.A decisive daily close above $561 would be required to invalidate the bearish structure.Until then, the Zcash forecast remains cautious.Outlook: Waiting For ClarityThe Zcash update highlights a market stuck between structural uncertainty and long-term potential.While the protocol remains permissionless and open source, near-term price action depends on governance clarity and renewed sentiment.For now, Zcash price is consolidating risk, not breaking down or breaking out.Traders are watching whether confidence returns or whether technical pressure forces a deeper reset.

According to Cointelegraph, Zcash (ZEC) experienced a significant drop of over 20% on Thursday, reaching approximately $381, its lowest price in three weeks. This decline followed the unexpected resignation of the core development team from the Electric Coin Company (ECC), which has led to increased market uncertainty. Despite former CEO Josh Swihart's confirmation that the team plans to establish a new company to continue privacy-focused development, the market sentiment remained negative, with analysts predicting further price declines for Zcash.

Technical analysis suggests that Zcash's price could fall another 40-50% in the coming weeks. Analyst Osemka shared a technical setup indicating that ZEC's price correction began after testing the upper trendline of its descending channel pattern. This pattern resembles a pullback from November that resulted in a 58% correction a month later. Additionally, ZEC's price broke below a support confluence, which included a rising trendline and a 20-day exponential moving average (EMA). This break increased the likelihood of ZEC falling towards the lower trendline of the ascending channel, estimated to be in the $200-250 range.

As of Thursday, Zcash was breaking out of its bear flag pattern, further reinforcing the downside bias. Following a sharp sell-off from the $550-580 region, ZEC entered a brief upward-sloping consolidation, characterized by descending resistance typical of a bear flag pattern. If this pattern fully plays out, the measured move points towards the $275-300 zone. This target area aligns closely with the 200-day EMA, making it a probable downside magnet in the upcoming weeks.

According to ChainCatcher, data from Arkham indicates that at 23:31, 3 million USD1 were transferred from World Liberty Fi to Jump Crypto.

According to PANews, data from Hyperbot reveals that the whale known as 'pension-usdt.eth' closed all its ETH short positions seven hours ago. Shortly thereafter, the entity opened a new leveraged ETH long position with a 3x leverage. The current position has been increased to approximately $12.63 million, with an entry price of $3,097.07 and a marked price of $3,099.9.

According to PANews, Hyperbot data reveals that 'Strategy Counterparty' has shifted its stance from bearish to bullish. After closing multiple short positions across various cryptocurrencies, it has opened new long positions in BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP, and XPL. Following several rounds of rolling additions, the total position size now amounts to approximately $120 million.

According to Cointelegraph, Bitcoin (BTC) is facing potential new long-term lows as recent price gains are dismissed by analysts as a bearish 'reset.' Traders are observing that Bitcoin bears seem to dominate both short and long-term timeframes, with little reason to alter their bearish outlooks. One forecast suggests that BTC's price may revisit last April's lows around $75,000, and a breakthrough at the 2026 open might be necessary for market consolidation.

Bitcoin traders are finding it challenging to build a bullish case based on BTC's price behavior in 2026. Despite nearly reaching $95,000, BTC/USD has returned near its yearly open, threatening to drop below $90,000 on intraday timeframes. Keith Alan, cofounder of Material Indicators, noted that the first breakout attempt for BTC was met with rejection. He highlighted a cluster of technical support in the $87.5k - $89k range and warned of a macro Death Cross developing on the weekly chart later this month. Alan views any potential price increase as a 'sell the rip' event unless evidence suggests otherwise.

Trader Roman, who previously warned of a macro breakdown for BTC/USD throughout 2025, maintains a near-term target of $76,000, a level last seen in April. He expressed skepticism about a reversal, stating that the current sideways movement is merely a reset to reach that target. Roman believes that the high timeframe remains very bearish, with no signs of a reversal.

Other traders also express doubts about the January trading range holding steady, anticipating fresh volatility instead. Daan Crypto Trades, another trader, noted that it is unlikely the monthly low and high will remain intact. He pointed out that in the past two years, 100% of months have seen a larger wick below the monthly candle than the current one. Daan Crypto Trades suggested that breaking below January's low of just under $87,500 might be beneficial for BTC/USD to establish a firmer foundation for a long-term rebound. He added that taking out these lows could clear warnings and allow the price to find a floor, reducing the risk of a later reversal.

On Jan 08, 2026, 15:21 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 3,100 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 3,102.689941 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 1.50% decrease in 24 hours.

On Jan 08, 2026, 15:01 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has dropped below 90,000 USDT and is now trading at 89,918.84375 USDT, with a narrowed 2.16% decrease in 24 hours.