Finance: News, Insights, Predictions

Shiba Inu experienced a notable outflow of tokens from exchanges in the last 24 hours, with on-chain data indicating that around 101 billion $SHIB tokens were withdrawn.

Bitcoin's price has dropped to levels not seen since April 2025, indicating a potential market correction or consolidation. Traders are now focusing on key support zones and the overall long-term trend.

Avalanche (AVAX) saw a dramatic decline in its price during the last quarter of 2025, plummeting from $30 at the end of September to $12.3, even as network activity reached record highs.

The crypto market is experiencing a resurgence as AVAX and HBAR show significant gains. Market analysts highlight that the upcoming APEMARS Stage 5 is contributing to the positive momentum, positioning it as a top contender among cryptocurrencies to invest in for substantial returns by 2026.

Institutions are increasingly turning to Avalanche for asset tokenization, leading to a remarkable growth of 950% in just one year. This surge is largely fueled by investments from major players like BlackRock, even as the price of AVAX experiences a decline.

Avalanche is a high-speed, scalable blockchain that supports decentralized finance (DeFi) and custom applications, showcasing significant growth potential. Solana is known for its exceptional speed and low transaction costs, making it a strong contender in the altcoin market. Chainlink (LINK) is also highlighted as a promising altcoin due to its unique capabilities in connecting smart contracts with real-world data.

VanEck has introduced the VanEck Avalanche ETF (ticker: VAVX), which is the first U.S.-listed spot ETF that offers direct exposure to AVAX, the native token of the Avalanche blockchain.

Despite a 65.5% year-over-year drop in its price, Avalanche experienced significant on-chain growth and increased institutional adoption in the fourth quarter of last year, indicating potential recovery in the DeFi and RWA sectors.

A recent report from crypto market intelligence firm Messari provides an in-depth analysis of Avalanche's (AVAX) performance in the fourth quarter, highlighting its remarkable on-chain growth despite the prevailing bear market conditions.

Step Finance, a decentralized finance (DeFi) portfolio tracker on the Solana blockchain, reported that several of its treasury wallets were hacked, resulting in a loss of $27 million. Following the breach, the price of its token has significantly dropped.

Solana holds the second position in decentralized finance (DeFi) with a total value locked (TVL) of $9.1 billion, representing 7.7% of the DeFi market. This achievement is notable even as the price of SOL has recently declined.

Analysts are speculating whether Solana can reach a price of $1000 per token by 2026, raising questions about whether investors should hold out for this target. Currently, Solana (SOL) is priced at $127, with a market capitalization of $72 billion. Meanwhile, Pepeto is gaining traction as a top cryptocurrency investment option.

Bitcoin has fallen below $80,000 due to widespread liquidations, and the Solana platform has experienced a hack.

GOBankingRates consulted four leading AI tools to identify the best cryptocurrencies for investment in 2026. The results included both unexpected and familiar recommendations for investors to consider.

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) saw a notable decline, dropping below the $80,000 threshold on Saturday. This sharp decrease has led to a significant downturn across the cryptocurrency market.

Step Finance, a Solana-based DeFi platform, is investigating a compromise of its $29 million treasury wallet. The attack caused the value of Step Finance's native STEP token to drop by over 60%, prompting the protocol to enlist security firms to conduct a thorough investigation.

Step Finance has announced a security breach in which 261,854 SOL, valued at approximately $27 million, was stolen from its treasury wallets. The incident is currently under investigation.

A Tesla driver has shared alarming dashcam footage of a road rage incident in which a truck aggressively attempts to tailgate them. The driver expressed confusion over the aggressive behavior displayed by the truck driver in the video.

Recent analysis of Doordash Inc. Class A (NASDAQ: DASH) indicates that divergent sentiment across various time horizons points to potentially volatile market conditions. Currently, there is no definitive signal for price positioning.

Boca Raton police have arrested Erik Kero for the second time for dining and dashing. This incident involved leaving without paying for a meal that included pizza, spaghetti, and beer at Rotelli's. Kero has a history of unpaid bills from previous offenses.

Dash ($DASH) is currently at a critical support level as it faces a significant technical decision point. The upcoming Evolution upgrade coincides with prevailing macroeconomic uncertainties, creating a challenging environment for the cryptocurrency.

The Vantrue Nexus 5S dash cam is designed for users seeking a 4-channel system that records both the front and rear of the vehicle, as well as the interior.

Winston-Salem Dash has announced their return as a sponsor for Riley Neal Racing, with "The Real Deal" set to drive a Carolina Reapers-themed car at The Clash at Bowman Gray.

The Hero Dash 5K in Venice, Florida, brought together runners, walkers, and families to support first responders, military personnel, and frontline workers. The event aimed to raise awareness and funds for disaster relief efforts.

Dash Ekeroth continued his impressive performance by scoring at least 15 points in another game at La Jolla Country Day, according to MaxPreps News.