Long vs. Short: The Whale Battle at the $97,000 Mark
As Bitcoin broke through $97,000, one whale today suffered a realized loss of $39.15 million from selling 300 WBTC, while another whale achieved over $28 million in profits through precise timing.
As Bitcoin's price surged toward $97,000 and market sentiment soared, whales in the crypto world are quietly orchestrating a thrilling battle between long and short positions.
As of today, a whale known as 'pension-usdt.eth' closed out a $66.4 million ETH long position and quickly re-established a 20,000 ETH long position with 3x leverage, demonstrating precise control over short-term market movements.
The CLARITY Act: The Coming "Turning Point" in Cryptocurrency Regulation
A 30-page SEC report has for the first time omitted any mention of cryptocurrencies, a new bill draft is about to be reviewed in the Senate, and Wall Street investment banks predict billions of new funds are awaiting entry.
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has confirmed that it will hold a review meeting on the crypto market structure bill on January 15, 2026. Committee Chairman Tim Scott stated: "The core objective of this bill is to position the United States as the global hub for the cryptocurrency industry."
I. Legislative Progress: A Critical Turning Point from Stagnation to Acceleration
● The Congress is accelerating the passage of the comprehensive digital assets bill that was shelved last year, a legislative process seen as a foundational step toward establishing a legal framework for digital assets in the United States. According to the latest legislative progress, the House version (CLARITY Act) was overwhelmingly passed on July 2025 by a vote of 294 to 134, while the Senate draft was released on November 10 of the same year.
CZ: The Crypto Super Cycle Is Coming, $200K Bitcoin Is Just the Beginning
Customer service on trading platforms must respond 24/7—this seemingly casual detail mentioned by Binance founder CZ during last night's conversation reveals his unique control over this passionate industry.
CZ, founder of Binance, clearly stated during a Chinese AMA that he is extremely optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term trajectory, believing the target price of $200,000 will 'eventually arrive,' and that 'there's no visible top in sight' at the moment.
He predicts that the upcoming crypto 'super cycle' starting in 2026 will drive prices far beyond what traditional cycle theories anticipate. Even with recent weak market performance, he maintains this outlook.
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Early 2026 saw a strong start for the cryptocurrency market. Bitcoin briefly broke through $96,000 on January 14, reaching a two-month high, then stabilized above $95,000. This breakthrough ended over a month of consolidation for Bitcoin, signaling that a new upward trend may have been established.
I. Breakout Trend: Convergence of Data and Technical Indicators
The current rally is strong and supported by multiple data points.
● Price and Market Performance: As of January 14, Bitcoin's year-to-date gain reached 8.9%. During trading on January 14, Bitcoin hit a daily high of $97,694, the highest intraday level since reaching the $100,000 mark on November 14, 2025. This rise successfully broke through the previous consolidation range of $92,000 to $94,000.
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Beige Book: Tariff Pressures Beneath the Surface of Growth
A New York auto parts dealer has passed most of the increased costs due to tariffs on to consumers, while a Long Island coffee roaster said sales prices might only drop after high-cost inventory is fully cleared.
Economic activity across most regions of the United States is rebounding at a 'slight to moderate' pace, according to the Federal Reserve's January 14 report on the national economic situation (commonly known as the 'Beige Book').
This report, based on information collected on or before January 5, covers the period following the end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, revealing underlying structural challenges beneath the surface economic recovery.
1. BlackRock transferred 1,061 bitcoins to Coinbase
Arkham data shows that approximately four hours ago, BlackRock transferred a total of 1,061.173 bitcoins, worth about $100.77 million, to the Coinbase Prime address through its Bitcoin exchange-traded fund, IBIT. -Original
2. The U.S. November PPI year-on-year rate reached 3%, exceeding expectations
The U.S. November Producer Price Index (PPI) year-on-year rate reached 3%, the highest since July, above the market expectation of 2.7%; the core PPI year-on-year rate also reached 3%, higher than the expected 2.7%. -Original
3. Federal Reserve's Paulson said a modest rate cut this year might be appropriate
Federal Reserve's Paulson stated that a modest rate cut later this year might be appropriate. -Original
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1.14 Rare Synchronization: BTC Breaks $95K, Why Did Gold and Silver Both Surge?
Lead-in: On January 14, 2026, global financial markets witnessed a rare spectacle: Bitcoin (BTC) surged past $95,000 USDT with a volume spike, rising 1.65% in 24 hours; meanwhile, spot gold reclaimed above $4,600 per ounce, and silver's gains expanded to 3.93%. This simultaneous surge of 'decentralized assets' and 'traditional safe-haven assets' is underpinned by three sets of robust data.
First, macro data: The probability of a Federal Reserve rate cut soared from 62% to 88%
The 'spark' behind today's sharp rise stems from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) release of the December CPI data.
Former New York Mayor Sells Cryptocurrency, $600 Million Market Cap Crashes in Half an Hour
Just two weeks after stepping down, former New York City mayor Eric Adams unveiled a cryptocurrency called 'NYC Token' beneath the neon lights of Times Square, with its market cap plunging from nearly $600 million to the ground within half an hour.
Eric Adams was once the 'Crypto Mayor' of New York City, taking a Bitcoin salary with great fanfare when he took office and pushing hard to make New York the 'World Capital of Cryptocurrency' before leaving office.
On January 12, 2026, he announced the launch of NYC Token in Times Square, with its market value soaring to $580 million before crashing 80% within 30 minutes, leaving behind a situation where around $3.4 million in liquidity had been drained and accusations of a 'rug pull' scam.
Bitcoin Approaches $96K, Privacy and Inscription Assets Soar
In today's trading session, Bitcoin broke through the $96,000 barrier, triggering the strongest broad-market rally in the crypto space since the beginning of 2026.
In this frenzy, privacy coins led by DASH surged as high as 45%, while Bitcoin ecosystem inscription tokens such as ORDI and SATS rose over 26%, becoming the most outstanding sector in this round of gains.
I. Market Overview
● Early this morning, the cryptocurrency market experienced a full-scale rebound. Bitcoin's price briefly broke through $96,000, with a 24-hour increase of 4.4%, and was quoted at $95,391 at the time of this report.
● Meanwhile, Ethereum performed even stronger, surpassing the $3,300 mark, with a 24-hour surge of 7.45%, currently priced at $3,329.
CLARITY Act: A Turning Point in U.S. Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee has postponed the release of the text and the hearing of a key crypto bill to late January, and Bitcoin prices remained unusually calm after the announcement, with on-chain data showing investors choosing to 'hold and wait for gains'.
A legislative effort aimed at ending the long-standing regulatory ambiguity in the U.S. crypto market is entering a critical final phase.
The Senate Agriculture Committee plans to release the text of its version of the (Cryptocurrency Market Structure Act), also known as the CLARITY Act, on January 21, and hold a key hearing one week later on January 27.
This is about a week later than the originally scheduled January 15 review date. Market participants did not view this as an event requiring immediate risk avoidance, but instead showed rare patience.
Gold-Bitcoin Divergence, Bullish Signal Rekindled?
The 52-week correlation between Bitcoin and gold has dropped to zero, prompting market analysts to revisit historical charts, where a pattern of an average gain of 56% is re-emerging. This marks the first time since mid-2022 that the correlation has reached zero, and it may turn negative by the end of January 2026. This development has drawn significant market attention.
Historically, when Bitcoin and gold showed divergent movements, Bitcoin typically rose an average of 56% within about two months. The corresponding price range is approximately $144,000 to $150,000.
I. Market Signals
● Data from January 2026 shows that the 52-week correlation between Bitcoin and gold has dropped to zero, for the first time since mid-2022. This change is not just a statistical shift, but may signal a significant turning point in the cryptocurrency market.
Tom Lee: How a Wall Street Legend Became a Leader in the Cryptocurrency World
In a prediction made on January 7, 2026, Bitcoin was expected to double by the end of January, reaching $180,000 and going viral. From a top strategist at JPMorgan to Bitcoin's 'early prophet,' and then to a leader in the Ethereum staking industry, Tom Lee's career is a legendary journey spanning traditional finance and the world of cryptocurrency. Amidst the ever-changing global financial landscape, Lee has consistently maintained sharp market insights and actively driven the development of this emerging field. In his latest move, Lee has further increased his investment in Ethereum staking through his crypto asset company Bitmine, demonstrating his strong confidence in the long-term value of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
BTC Data Contradiction? Funds Pulling Back While Bulls Are Piling In—What Big Move Is the Market Planning?
Family, the recent BTC data is really contradictory! On one hand, funds are quietly pulling back and watching, while on the other, big players are secretly increasing their positions. It's like a double act—today we'll break down these three key data sets to see what big move the market is preparing~
First, look at the first data set—the U.S. spot BTC ETF, which saw four consecutive days of net outflows last week, totaling over $1.3 billion! That's no small amount. The main culprits are BlackRock and Fidelity, both of which started reducing their holdings from the 6th, right when the market hit its peak rebound. Clearly, they're locking in profits and exiting
Fighting for Interest Rate Independence: Powell's 'Rebellion' Statement
After remaining silent throughout the weekend, Powell publicly accused the Trump administration of using the criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice as a pretext to pressure interest rate cuts, triggering a constitutional crisis over the independence of the U.S. central bank.
At around 9 p.m. Beijing time on January 11, Powell issued a video statement confirming that the U.S. Department of Justice had issued a grand jury subpoena to the Federal Reserve on January 9, threatening criminal charges over Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025 regarding the Federal Reserve building renovation project.
This unprecedented action took place against the backdrop of government threats and sustained pressure.
1. U.S. December unadjusted CPI year-on-year rate of 2.7% meets expectations
U.S. December unadjusted CPI year-on-year rate was 2.7%, consistent with the expected value of 2.70%, matching the previous figure of 2.70%. - Original
2. BlackRock deposited 3,290 BTC and 5,692 ETH into Coinbase
January 13, according to OnchainLens monitoring, BlackRock's address deposited 3,290 bitcoins (approximately $302.9 million) and 5,692 Ethereum (approximately $17.82 million) into Coinbase's address. - Original
3. Spot gold broke through $4,630.21 per ounce, reaching a new all-time high
New York silver futures rose to touch $89 per ounce, with a daily gain of 4.59%. Spot gold broke through $4,630.21 per ounce, reaching a new all-time high. - Original
ETH Market Storm: Rapid Volatility Driven by Emotion and Technicals
Event Recap 📜
In the morning market session, ETH experienced a violent price storm. Within just half an hour, it surged from around $3,206 to nearly $3,380, followed by a volatile pullback to approximately $3,331. This move was driven not only by institutional fund flows and short squeeze technicals, but also fueled by macroeconomic data, regulatory expectations, and positive industry news sentiment. Market participants closely watched SharpLink Gaming's favorable statements, losses incurred by well-known traders on short positions, and ongoing regulatory developments, all contributing to rapid price fluctuations amid intense bull-bear competition.
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