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Bitcoin/Crypto Daily Podcast 01/12/2026
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories: a mix of market signals, policy shifts, institutional moves, and real-world adoption shaping the crypto narrative to start the year.
Bitcoin Bull Market Starts With a 4.5% Move? History and Charts Finally Align
Author: Ananda Banerjee | Date: January 11, 2026
Bitcoin is hovering near a historical “flip” where a roughly 4.5% move would turn its 1-year change positive, a signal that previously preceded a strong uptrend in 2020. Technicals show a potential cup-and-handle breakout above about $94,880, while exchange inflows have plunged 95%, hinting at lighter sell pressure. With shorts heavily stacked, a squeeze could fuel upside; lose $89,230 and the bullish structure weakens.
Binance Founder ‘CZ’ Sees Crypto ‘Super Cycle’ Fueled by Historic Shift in US Policy
Author: Oluwapelumi Adejumo | Date: January 11, 2026
CZ says a Washington policy pivot—anchored by the GENIUS Act for stablecoins and potential SEC-CFTC cooperation under the CLARITY Act—could kick off a crypto “super cycle.” With the SEC easing its enforcement posture and spot Bitcoin ETFs attracting over $56 billion since launch, institutional adoption is broadening. Still, analysts urge tempered expectations; policy clarity helps, but linear growth isn’t guaranteed.
Bitcoin STH SOPR Rises Above 1 — A Trend Reversal Signal?
Author: Semilore Faleti | Date: January 11, 2026
Bitcoin’s short-term holder SOPR has climbed above 1.0 for the first time since October, a classic sign that sellers are realizing profits rather than losses—and a potential precursor to trend reversal if sustained. Price remains around $90,600 as volume thins, while macro odds of a near-term Fed cut have faded. Regulatory clarity in the US could bolster sentiment, keeping the setup balanced for a break either way.
Bitcoin Whales Hit The Sell Button — $135K Price Target Now Trending
Author: Christian Encila | Date: January 11, 2026
Bitfinex whales have been reducing long exposure after a late-December peak, echoing a prior unwind that preceded a sharp rebound. With price bounded near $88,000–$92,000, traders are eyeing $94,000 as the breakout level; failure there risks a deeper range. Some fractal watchers tout $135,000 targets if history rhymes, but emphasize that positioning, funding, and spot demand must align.
Bitcoin Spot ETFs Open 2026 Account With $681 Million Loss – Details
Author: Semilore Faleti | Date: January 11, 2026
After early January inflows, US spot Bitcoin ETFs saw four straight days of redemptions, netting a $681 million weekly outflow as rate-cut hopes faded and BTC stalled below $94,000. Fidelity’s FBTC led withdrawals, while BlackRock’s IBIT still posted net inflows and dominates cumulative assets. Even with the shaky week, the cohort’s total net inflow sits near $56.4 billion and assets around $116.9 billion (~6.5% of BTC’s market cap).
Crypto Gets A Wall Street Upgrade As Nasdaq And CME Deepen Ties
Author: Christian Encila | Date: January 11, 2026
Nasdaq and CME reintroduced the Nasdaq Crypto Index as the Nasdaq-CME Crypto Index, with CF Benchmarks calculating and joint committees overseeing governance. The benchmark aims to underpin regulated products like ETFs and structured notes with diversified, rules-based exposure. A phased rollout is underway as data listings and reconstitutions align with traditional index standards.
Samson Mow tips Elon Musk will ‘go hard’ into Bitcoin in 2026
Author: Ciaran Lyons | Date: January 11, 2026
Jan3’s Samson Mow forecasts that Elon Musk will “go hard” into Bitcoin this year and pegs BTC at $1.33 million in 2026, citing accelerating nation-state adoption as a catalyst. Skeptics note past bold calls missed and expect steadier, less explosive gains. The debate underscores how narratives—from corporate treasuries to policy shifts—can drive sentiment even when timelines slip.
SuperHeat H1 Bitcoin 熱水爐 能抵消 80% 的電費和水費 兩年回本
Author: N/A | Date: N/A
A new water heater, the SuperHeat H1, repurposes Bitcoin mining waste heat and claims to offset up to 80% of electricity and water costs with a two-year payback. It’s a tangible example of industrial crypto adoption intersecting with green innovation. If scalable, such systems could reframe mining economics and public perception.
CryptoQuant founder slams X for penalizing crypto content instead of bots
Author: Amin Haqshanas | Date: January 11, 2026
CryptoQuant’s Ki Young Ju criticized X for suppressing crypto posts amid a surge in bot-driven spam—claiming paid verification lets bots “pay to spam” while real users lose reach. X’s product head countered that overposting low-value replies dilutes visibility, sparking debate across Crypto Twitter. The episode highlights how platform dynamics can shape market discourse and information flow.
Crypto Scam: Louisiana Bitcoin ATM Protections Help Recover $200,000 – Details
Author: Semilore Faleti | Date: January 11, 2026
Louisiana’s new rules for Bitcoin ATMs—clear scam warnings, $3,000 daily caps, and a 72-hour hold—helped authorities recover $200,000 stolen from seniors. The measures aim to curb fraud without stifling access, while Missouri’s AG probes ATM operators over fees and misuse. It’s a blueprint for balancing consumer protection with responsible crypto adoption.
Together, these stories show a market at an inflection point: on-chain and derivatives signals hint at a potential turn, while US policy clarity and Wall Street-grade infrastructure broaden institutional access. At the same time, real-world innovations and smarter consumer safeguards are reshaping how crypto is used and policed. Keep your eyes on key price levels, regulatory milestones, and product rollouts—they’ll likely set the tone for the next leg.
