BTC in the spotlight: latest news

A predicted "crisis of confidence" in the U.S. dollar is expected to lead to a significant surge in Bitcoin's value, potentially rivaling that of gold.

The largest cryptocurrency exchange in the United States has decided to engage with Washington's changing financial landscape by supporting Trump Accounts, rather than relying on traditional methods such as lobbying or legal actions.

Bitcoin miners experienced a 150% increase in profits during the recent US winter storm, despite a significant drop in Bitcoin's hashrate, which fell to a seven-month low. Miners with strong financial backing and curtailment agreements were able to capitalize on the situation by selling excess power back to the grid, resulting in substantial profit margins.

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates unchanged, prompting a shift in focus for investors towards the leadership of the Fed and the political signals that will influence the policy outlook for 2026.

DDC Enterprise Limited (NYSEAMERICAN: DDC) has announced the acquisition of an additional 100 BTC, further strengthening its Bitcoin treasury.

Bitcoin reached a peak of over $124,000 per token last October but has since fallen approximately 28%, currently trading just below $90,000.

Bitcoin remains at $89,000 while gold prices soar to a new record. Investors are flocking to gold following comments from the Fed chair, who indicated that he sees no macroeconomic signals from the ongoing bull market in precious metals.

Bitcoin has reached a one-month low, as this weekly update monitors the performance of major cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin and ether.

Bitcoin has faced significant pressure in late January, with sellers dominating the four-hour chart. After attempting to bounce back from a recent peak of $97,900, the cryptocurrency has tested a critical support level.

Strategy has acquired 2,932 Bitcoin for $264 million, bringing its total holdings to 712,647 BTC. This purchase further solidifies its position as a leader among Bitcoin treasury firms, with its stash now valued at over $62 billion, representing 3.2% of the total Bitcoin supply.

Bitcoin's monthly gains have been modest at only 2.2%, but February may herald a positive change for the cryptocurrency. Historically, the week ending in February has shown potential for bullish trends since 2016.

Bitcoin remained steady at approximately $88,296 on Tuesday, remaining below the $90,000 mark and near one-month lows as traders anticipated the Federal Reserve's upcoming policy meeting.

Bitcoin investors are optimistic after the cryptocurrency surpassed the $90,000 mark. The excitement is partly fueled by the belief that pro-crypto legislation under President Donald Trump's second term could lead to further growth in the market.

More than 60% of the largest banks in the United States are now providing Bitcoin custodial services or trading options for their clients, according to data from River.

Bitcoin and Ethereum are experiencing stagnant trading patterns, while precious metals are gaining momentum due to ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty.

Jacob & Co. has introduced a Bitcoin-themed watch, limited to just 100 pieces, as part of its Epic X Bridges collection. This release is the result of a collaboration with a Bitcoin mining company.

The president stated that he is not worried about the recent declines of the dollar, which has resulted in a significant drop in its value.

MicroStrategy announced its fourth Bitcoin purchase of January on January 26, acquiring $264.1 million in Bitcoin. This ongoing investment raises concerns about the company's heavy reliance on cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin continues to experience a downtrend, highlighting several important technical and on-chain levels that serve as crucial support areas.

BlackRock has submitted a filing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for the creation of a new exchange-traded fund that will provide investors with exposure to bitcoin through a covered-call strategy.

Bitcoin experienced a disappointing weekly close after reaching a resistance level of $98,000 the previous week. The price has since declined significantly, raising concerns about the potential breach of the critical support level at $84,000.

Bitcoin's deflationary characteristics render it impractical as a global currency; however, it is well-suited for long-term wealth preservation and attracting institutional adoption.

Bitcoin, Ethereum, and various altcoins are experiencing a surge in betting activity as prediction markets redefine the perception of cryptocurrencies as investment assets.

Bitcoin's price is currently $87,665, with analysts predicting three potential downside targets based on technical analysis. The short-term target is set between $82,000 and $85,000, while the medium-term target is $74,000, which corresponds to April's lows. In an extreme scenario, Bitcoin could drop to $53,000, representing a 40% risk.

The recent decline in Bitcoin's price was intensified by leveraged trading, leading to forced liquidations that accelerated the selloff.