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Bitcoin/Crypto Daily Podcast 01/27/2026
Today’s podcast episode was created from the following stories:
Bitcoin Price Prediction Still Warns of $78,000 Risk — But Tiring Sellers Spark Bounce Hope
Bitcoin rebounded after testing a key head-and-shoulders neckline near $86,100, with on-chain metrics showing a sharp drop in selling activity and a hidden bullish divergence on the RSI. Still, ETF outflows and elevated NUPL suggest profit-taking could persist, keeping downside risks alive. Watch resistance near $90,550 and $91,210 for a momentum shift; a daily close below $86,100–$85,900 could reopen a path toward $78,000.
Gold tops $5,000 as bitcoin stalls near $87,000 in widening macro-crypto split: Asia Morning Briefing
Gold’s surge above $5,000 is being treated as a durable macro shift, while bitcoin lingers near $87,000 amid a supply overhang and low participation. On-chain data shows older holders selling into strength and newer buyers taking losses, pointing to consolidation rather than a fresh rally. Derivatives and prediction markets echo a cautious outlook for BTC as gold’s bid strengthens.
Bitcoin trails gold as yen intervention concerns weigh on risk assets
Fears of yen intervention and a potential unwind of carry trades pressured risk assets, leaving bitcoin under $88,000 while gold climbed past $5,000. CryptoQuant data indicates older BTC holders are selling at a loss for the first time since 2023, a sign of internal fragility. Traders now look to the Fed meeting and mounting U.S. shutdown odds as key near-term catalysts.
Ark Invest bought $21.5 million of crypto company shares as bitcoin fell under $90,000
Ark Invest snapped up $21.5 million in shares of Coinbase, Circle, and Bullish amid last week’s crypto pullback. The move aligns with Ark’s buy-the-dip playbook and signals selective confidence in crypto-exposed equities despite BTC’s slump below $90,000. It’s a reminder that institutional flows may surface in picks-and-shovels plays even when tokens are consolidating.
Bitcoin risks fourth straight monthly loss, a streak not seen since 2018
BTC is on track for a fourth consecutive red month—something not seen since 2018–2019—even as options flow shows pockets of optimism. Roughly $8.5 billion in options expire Jan. 30 on Deribit, with a hefty $100,000 call interest and max pain near $90,000. How price gravitates into expiry could shape February’s tone.
Japan ETFs said likely to trade by 2028 as SBI, Nomura ready products
Japan’s FSA is reportedly preparing to allow crypto ETFs by 2028, with SBI and Nomura poised to participate and potential market size estimated at ¥1 trillion (~$6.4B). Listings would still require Tokyo Stock Exchange approvals and trail the U.S. by several years. The move could broaden retail access and formalize crypto exposure in Japan’s investment landscape.
Bitcoin rebounds from one-month low while derivatives flash near-term stress: Crypto Markets Today
BTC bounced off $86,000 alongside CME futures open but remains in a grinding downtrend of lower highs and lows. Options skew, IV backwardation, and heavy near-term protection signal caution, while altcoins showed relative strength amid thin liquidity and elevated liquidations. In short, volatility is front-loaded as markets brace for immediate price risk.
Olanda, quattro arresti per furto di NFT da 1,6 milioni
Dutch police arrested four suspects linked to the theft of 169 NFTs worth an estimated €1.4 million, seizing data devices, cash, vehicles, and even a residence during raids. Authorities suggest phishing and fake wallet apps were likely used, underscoring persistent operational security risks for NFT and crypto holders. It’s a timely reminder to harden wallet hygiene and verify software sources.
Fed rates decision, Tesla earnings, Bybit roadmap: Crypto Week Ahead
With BTC stuck between $85K–$95K, the week’s key drivers include the Fed’s rate decision (widely expected on hold), Tesla’s update with more than 11,500 BTC on its balance sheet, and Bybit’s 2026 roadmap reveal. A dense macro calendar and several token unlocks add crosscurrents to already thin liquidity. Expect headlines to matter more than usual in a range-bound market.
Bitcoin hash rate slides during U.S. winter storm while markets shrug off mining disruption
A winter storm knocked roughly 10% of Bitcoin’s hashrate offline, spotlighting how geographic and pool concentration can amplify infrastructure shocks. Academic research shows such concentration can slow block times and raise fees—even if price barely budges in the short run. The episode renews debates about mining resilience and decentralization.
