2026-01-06 02:24:55

The start of the year has been bustling with activity, with Bitcoin and mainstream cryptocurrencies taking the market spotlight.

Bitcoin has been surging aggressively. Today, it reached a high of over 94K, currently stabilizing in the 93K-94K range with sideways movement. Senior analyst Tom Lee recently stated that it is highly likely to hit a new high before the end of January. The market logic for 2026 is quite clear: volatility is inevitable, but the overall upward trend is firm. Institutional funds continue to flow back in, coupled with an improving liquidity environment, shifting market sentiment from cautiousness to greed. Many traders are calling for targets of 95K or even 100K, and this optimism is spreading throughout the community.

XRP has been particularly impressive in recent days. In the short term, it has surpassed BNB to become the fourth-largest by market cap. Its price has been trading above $2, with a strong rebound momentum. The XRP story is being retold—expectations of compliance, ecosystem development, and increased institutional recognition—these factors together have attracted a large number of retail and institutional buyers. Phrases like "taking control of the situation" are repeatedly seen in the community, and ETF expectations have also been ignited.

Exchanges are also very active. A leading platform has launched its 60th HODLer airdrop project, introducing new trading pairs AVAX/USD1 and BCH/USD1, making the platform ecosystem more diverse. Users holding mainstream cryptocurrencies are paying close attention to these new opportunities.

The popularity of other coins is also high. PEPE has surged over 20,000 times since 2023, becoming a hot topic. Discussions around ICP, Venezuela Bitcoin reserves, and other topics are also trending, with geopolitical factors adding some heat to the market.

Looking back at the small correction at the end of last year, it is generally considered a shakeout. As we enter 2026, institutional players are officially stepping up, with a better regulatory environment and improved liquidity. Retail investors' mindset has also shifted—from worries about liquidation to anticipation of a big rally. The market atmosphere and capital-driven momentum are worth watching for the upcoming trend development.

BTC-0,79%

XRP-0,96%

AVAX-3,13%

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MidnightSeller

· 01-08 22:42

Really? XRP has turned around suddenly? It was heavily criticized last year. --- 94K is holding steady, feels like this wave isn't so easy to break. --- PEPE 20,000x?? Damn, you must have gotten in really early. --- Is the institution really here or just cutting the leeks again? I feel a bit guilty. --- XRP surpassed BNB, this reversal speed is incredible. --- The compliance story is back again, I've heard it too many times. --- If 100K really comes, I need to add to my position. --- The shift in retail investor mentality is spot on; they were definitely afraid of a blow-up before. --- 60 airdrop projects now? Are exchanges this competitive? --- The shakeout at the end of last year was really satisfying to watch; I didn't buy in at the low.

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SatoshiChallenger

· 01-07 23:46

Another round of "This time it's different," huh? What about the lessons of history? Ironically, every time it's institutional funds, improved liquidity, and a compliant environment—then what? Data shows that during the last time this was said, the liquidation orders also surged dramatically. The 100K target is loudly proclaimed, but anyone who read about 2017 should be cautious. Interesting, PEPE has increased twenty thousand times. Is this what "market improvement" looks like? I think it’s more like a signal of risk accumulation.

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StableBoi

· 01-06 02:50

94K is not surprising, wait for it to break 100K XRP this wave is really amazing, I've been optimistic about it for a long time Tom Lee's words still carry weight, institutions are really entering the market The correction at the end of last year was just a shakeout, now I regret not acting sooner Greed is too strong in this round of market, be careful everyone PEPE 20,000 times? Ridiculous, this is gambling mentality Institutions are making moves differently, retail investors' mindset is also changing XRP surpassing BNB, the community is starting to hype again, a typical rotation rally The richness of the exchange ecosystem is just superficial, real profits still depend on choosing the right coins Liquidity is improving and regulation is trending positively, it sounds like the prelude to a rally

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rugdoc.eth

· 01-06 02:35

94K can't even hold, and you're talking about 100K? The shakeout isn't over yet. This wave of XRP is real, but the compliance expectation is something that's discussed every year. A 20,000x increase in PEPE is historic; it's too late to chase now. Institutions stepping in? They said the same thing last year.

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DarkPoolWatcher

· 01-06 02:35

94K is still stable, it really feels like 100K is not a dream anymore. XRP has surged this time, all the previous FUD was bullshit. PEPE has increased twenty thousand times? How early did you get in? Institutions are really throwing money around, you can feel the atmosphere is different. Last year's correction was indeed a buying opportunity, and now those who regret it are all FOMOing.

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BlockBargainHunter

· 01-06 02:28

Just hold steady at 94K, don't follow the hype and shout 100K, it's easy to get trapped.

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