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Recently, the Ethereum network recorded a record level of activity, a significant event for the entire crypto industry. The number of daily transactions, new addresses, and active users reached historic highs, indicating rapid growth in interest and usage of the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

Jeffrey Kendrick, a well-known cryptanalyst and expert, predicts that Ethereum (ETH) could show significant rally already this year. His optimism is based on several key factors, which, in his opinion, create ideal conditions for the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization to grow.

One of the world's largest banks, JPMorgan, has expressed intentions to limit the yields offered by some stablecoins. This statement is an important milestone in the discussion about the role of stablecoins in the traditional financial system and the potential risks they pose.
The concern of JPMorgan is that the high yields offered by some decentralized stablecoins or DeFi platforms may create systemic risks. The bank believes that:

New player on the crypto scene, Memecoin $PIPPIN , made an impressive jump, increasing 26 times, drawing attention to the phenomenon of merging artificial intelligence (AI) and meme culture. This explosive growth became possible due to a unique combination of factors.
Key growth factors for PIPPIN:

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong once again shook the crypto world, making a bold statement: 'The absence of regulation is better than bad legislation.' January 14-15, 2026 marked a complete 180-degree turn — Coinbase officially withdrew support for the long-awaited Digital Asset Market Clarity Act bill.

French crypto firms are facing significant changes: around 90 crypto companies risk being shut down due to lack of the required MiCA license. New rules introduced by the European Union under the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) law require all crypto companies to obtain special licenses to legally operate within the EU territory.

Significant event on the European financial market: DZ Bank, the second-largest bank in Germany by asset size, has announced the launch of its own cryptocurrency platform. This move reflects the growing recognition of digital assets among traditional financial institutions and underscores their desire to integrate blockchain technologies into their services.

An active debate has erupted in the US Senate over the proposed bill regulating cryptocurrencies. According to the latest data, over 75 amendments have been introduced to the document, indicating the complexity of the issue and the wide range of views among lawmakers. This extensive scope of changes reflects the effort to strike a balance between innovation and consumer protection.

The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has announced increased supervision over transactions conducted using the stablecoin USDT. This decision is part of a broader strategy by regulators worldwide to strengthen control over the digital assets market, particularly stablecoins, which play a key role in the crypto ecosystem.

The viral memecoin associated with former New York City mayor Eric Adams, NYC Token ($NYC), experienced a dramatic devaluation. The asset, which aimed to combine meme popularity with a political figure, lost a significant portion of its value due to suspicions of market manipulation. This incident once again highlighted the risks associated with highly volatile and speculative cryptocurrencies.

According to the latest Binance Research report, the crypto market is on the brink of significant changes and transitioning to a new operating model. This transformation is driven by several key factors reflecting the industry's maturity and the growing influence of external factors.
Binance researchers highlight the following trends shaping the new model:

The World Liberty company, associated with Donald Trump's family, has made a significant move into the crypto space by launching a new platform for crypto lending. This initiative has drawn attention to the growing intersection between traditional political and financial establishment and the digital assets industry.

Vitalik Buterin, founder of Ethereum, presented an ambitious plan for the network's development for many years ahead, outlining key directions and future stages of improvement. This document, known as the "roadmap," demonstrates an unwavering pursuit of innovation and enhancement of one of the most important blockchain platforms.

Charles Hoskinson, founder of Cardano (ADA) and co-founder of Ethereum, publicly criticized Donald Trump's administration for what he sees as the exploitation of the crypto market for political purposes. Hoskinson expressed concern that the rhetoric and actions of the former president and his team regarding cryptocurrencies are merely tools to attract votes and financial support, rather than genuine support for blockchain innovation.

In Nigeria, a country with one of the highest cryptocurrency adoption rates in the world, the authorities have taken a significant step towards strengthening regulation. According to the new regulations, cryptocurrency exchanges are now required to disclose client information and all their transactions. This decision has sparked mixed reactions, but it has a clear objective.

Despite fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market, interest in Ethereum staking remains extremely high, and demand for participation is not decreasing. Users continue to actively deposit their $ETH into the Ethereum 2.0 network (Beacon Chain) to earn rewards and support network security.

Well-known Bitcoin enthusiast and CEO of Jan3, Samson Mou, made a bold prediction, stating that Elon Musk will "seriously get into Bitcoin" in the near future. This statement has caused significant resonance within the crypto community, considering Musk's influence on the market.
Julia believes that Musk's actions regarding Twitter (now X) are merely the beginning of his ambitions in the field of decentralized finance. In his view, Musk sees Bitcoin not just as an investment asset, but as a fundamental component for creating a new, more free and efficient global financial system that could be integrated into the X ecosystem.

Mike Novogratz, CEO of Galaxy Digital and one of the most influential voices in the crypto industry, made a bold statement: the corporate crypto reserve model is "on the brink of collapse." This warning applies to companies that hold significant amounts of cryptocurrencies (especially Bitcoin) on their balance sheets as a core part of their strategy.

A mysterious miner who had been holding his bitcoins since the distant year 2010 made a monumental transaction, disposing of $BTC worth approximately $181.3 million. This event sparked a wave of discussions within the crypto community, as such "old" wallets becoming active after a long period of inactivity often signal significant changes in the market.

Over the past year, so-called "Bitcoin whales"—large Bitcoin holders—have significantly reduced their holdings, selling approximately 220,000 $BTC . This is equivalent to roughly $13.2 billion at the current exchange rate and represents a substantial shift in sentiment among the most influential players in the crypto market.
This outflow is multifactorial. One of the main reasons could be profit-taking after the significant price increase of Bitcoin over the past year. Many whales who accumulated BTC during previous downturns may have decided to realize part of their investments, especially after reaching new all-time highs.