BTC in the spotlight: latest news

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Summary: The articles discuss Bitcoin's volatile market, predictions of significant price increases, strategic investments, and trends shaping the cryptocurrency landscape. Notable forecasts suggest Bitcoin could reach $150K by 2026 amid growing institutional interest, while some articles reflect cautious trading conditions.
Jan 11Stocktwits

Bitdeer shares rise after hours despite significant Bitcoin sale

Bitdeer saw its shares increase after hours on Friday, despite a reduction of its Bitcoin holdings by 99.1 BTC during the week. Analyst Matthew Sigel from VanEck provided insights on the situation.
Jan 11CCN.com

ChatGPT's 2026 Crypto Price Predictions for Bitcoin, ETH, SOL, XRP, BNB

ChatGPT's 2026 cryptocurrency price forecast emphasizes that single-number price targets are often unreliable due to the influence of volatile ETF flows and macroeconomic conditions. However, it notes that increased institutional adoption enhances market access and participation.
Jan 11CoinDesk

Mercado Bitcoin highlights six crypto trends for 2026

Mercado Bitcoin forecasts that by 2026, Bitcoin (BTC) may achieve 14% of gold's market capitalization, suggesting a potential price increase of more than 100%. This growth is anticipated to be fueled by increasing adoption of cryptocurrency.
Jan 11CryptoRank

Bitcoin Price Approaches $99k: Will Whales Hinder Bullish Trend?

Bitcoin is approaching a significant resistance level near $99,000. On-chain data indicates that Bitcoin whales heavily sold their holdings in the fourth quarter of 2025, which may impact the market's bullish outlook.
Jan 11MSN

Bitcoin price forecast: BTC targets $89K to $92K range as altcoin surges

Bitcoin is currently a hot topic in the news, but its trading remains confined to a narrow range between $89,800 and $92,800. Despite this limited movement, analysts are optimistic about its potential for future growth.
Jan 11The Motley Fool

Three Cryptocurrencies to Diversify Your Tech-Heavy Portfolio

To effectively diversify a tech-heavy portfolio with cryptocurrency, caution is essential. Cryptocurrencies are typically viewed as "risk-on" investments, which means they can be volatile and may not always align with traditional asset stability.
Jan 11Yahoo Finance

Cathie Wood: Trump may buy Bitcoin ahead of 2026 midterm elections

Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, believes that President Donald Trump may begin purchasing Bitcoin as part of a strategic reserve in anticipation of the 2026 midterm elections.
Jan 11Bitcoin.com News

Bitcoin Stays Around $90K on 17th Anniversary of Hal Finney's Tweet

On January 10, Bitcoin stabilized around $90,000 following a week of volatility. Trading activity has been subdued, with declining volumes, leading analysts to caution that the market may be entering a "no-trade zone."
Jan 11TheStreet

Hedge fund manager anticipates Bitcoin market cap will increase eightfold

Despite the recent downturn in Bitcoin's market performance, a hedge fund manager predicts that the cryptocurrency's market capitalization could increase eightfold, with optimistic projections for reaching new record highs.
Jan 11FXEmpire

Bitcoin Price Prediction for 2026: $150K Driven by Institutions and Halving

Bitcoin is poised for a promising 2026, driven by robust institutional demand, favorable macroeconomic conditions, and optimistic technical indicators suggesting a possible rise to $150,000.
Jan 10Forbes

Goldman Sachs predicts $200,000 Bitcoin price by 2026, amid recent drop

Goldman Sachs has released a significant forecast for the cryptocurrency market, predicting a potential rise in Bitcoin prices to $200,000 by 2026, despite recent sharp declines over the past few months.
Jan 1024/7 Wall St.

Institutions apply Bitcoin options strategy to benefit XRP, SOL, and ETH

Institutions are leveraging the options strategies they developed for Bitcoin to trade altcoins, benefiting cryptocurrencies such as XRP, Solana, and Ethereum.
Jan 10MSN

Wall Street banks embrace Bitcoin, stablecoins, and tokenized cash

Major banks, which previously viewed cryptocurrency mainly as a risk to manage, are now shifting their approach to actively engage with Bitcoin, stablecoins, and tokenized cash.
Jan 10The Motley Fool

Bitcoin Falls 28% Since October Peak: What's Next for 2026?

Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline of 28% since reaching its peak of over $126,000 on October 6. As of January 8, the cryptocurrency continues to fall, raising concerns among investors about its future performance in 2026.
Jan 10TheStreet

Franklin Templeton executive predicts stablecoins will surpass Bitcoin's utility

According to the Head of Digital Assets at Franklin Templeton, Bitcoin and stablecoins are expected to follow distinct paths in terms of adoption in the years ahead.
Jan 10Yahoo Finance

Bitcoin price may reach $53 million by 2050, according to VanEck

VanEck has released a highly optimistic forecast, suggesting that Bitcoin could reach a value exceeding $50 million per coin by the year 2050.
Jan 10Bitcoin Magazine

Investor Predicts U.S. Could Begin Buying Bitcoin by 2026

Cathie Wood believes that as cryptocurrency becomes a significant political topic, President Trump may initiate a strategy for the U.S. to not only hold seized Bitcoin but also actively purchase it by 2026.
Jan 10The Defiant

Crypto Markets Decline Following Disappointing US Jobs Report

Crypto markets experienced a decline on Friday, January 9, following the release of U.S. labor data that indicated the economy added significantly fewer jobs than anticipated in December. Bitcoin (BTC) also saw a decrease in value.
Jan 10CoinDesk

Bitcoin price slips back to $90,000 after early rally

After an early rally, Bitcoin's price has dipped back to approximately $90,000. Recent news highlights include updates on December employment figures.
Jan 9MSN

Nexo introduces zero-interest crypto loans for Bitcoin and Ether holders

Nexo has introduced a zero-interest crypto lending product that enables Bitcoin and Ether holders to borrow against their assets using fixed-term loans.
Jan 924/7 Wall St.

Charles Hoskinson predicts Bitcoin could reach $250K by mid-2026

Charles Hoskinson's prediction that Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by mid-2026 has sparked renewed discussions regarding its scalability, timing, and credibility as the year unfolds. The Cardano founder believes Bitcoin is poised for significant growth.
Jan 9The Motley Fool

Bitcoin price expected to reach $150,000 by 2026

Despite ending last year down over 6%, Bitcoin is projected to reach $150,000 by 2026, following its previous all-time high.
Jan 9AMBCrypto

Will Bitcoin price maintain $90K amid $729M in ETF outflows?

Bitcoin's recent decline from $94.7K to $90K has altered market sentiment, moving it from a neutral stance to one of fear.
Jan 921Shares

Venezuela's situation highlights Bitcoin's strategic role as a hedge

US intervention in Venezuela is transforming energy dynamics and inflation expectations, highlighting Bitcoin's function as a neutral hedge in the context of geopolitical fragmentation.
Jan 9Finance Magnates

Bitcoin 2026 Price Predictions: Will BTC Reach $225K or Drop to $75K?

Bitcoin price predictions for 2026 vary significantly, with estimates ranging from $75,000 to $225,000. Experts anticipate volatility as Bitcoin approaches the $90,000 support level. Institutional targets are also being closely monitored.