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Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced modest volatility. After reaching an intraday high of $98,508, BTC retraced to a low of $96,632 and is currently trading at approximately $97,019, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.24% from the previous close.
Ethereum (ETH) has shown relative stability, with an intraday high of $2,722.37 and a low of $2,632.04. It is currently trading at $2,660.36, marking a marginal increase of 0.026% from the prior close.
Solana (SOL) faced a downward trend, hitting an intraday high of $205.83 before declining to a low of $198.11. It is now priced at $199.79, down 1.68% from the previous close.
In the broader market, investors are keenly awaiting the upcoming U.S. inflation report. Economists forecast a 2.9% year-over-year increase in the January Consumer Price Index. A higher-than-expected inflation rate could influence Federal Reserve policies, potentially impacting cryptocurrency markets.
Additionally, JPMorgan reports that while the total cryptocurrency market capitalization rose by 8% last month to approximately $3.4 trillion, the growth of the crypto ecosystem has decelerated, with total trading volumes decreasing by 24%.
On the regulatory front, the U.S. has established a new crypto task force, and the controversial accounting rule SAB 121 has been rescinded, signaling potential positive developments for the crypto industry.
BTC is currently testing key support at $96,000, with resistance forming around $99,500. A decisive break above resistance could open the door to $102,000, while losing support may see BTC retest the $92,000 zone. Meanwhile, market sentiment remains cautious ahead of the U.S. inflation report, which could impact liquidity flows into risk assets like crypto. Regulatory shifts, including the repeal of SAB 121, are also shaping the narrative, potentially paving the way for broader institutional participation.
The News Room
Sol Strategies Named Staking Provider for 3iQ’s Proposed Solana Staking ETF in Canada
3iQ Corp. has selected Sol Strategies as the staking provider for its proposed Solana Staking ETF, pending approval from Canadian regulators. 3iQ, which manages $1 billion in assets, filed preliminary prospectuses on Jan. 28 to list the Solana Staking ETF and an XRP ETF on the Toronto Stock Exchange, which would be the first ETFs globally to offer exposure to SOL and XRP. The move aligns with growing institutional interest in regulated staking solutions. Sol Strategies, which holds 189,968 SOL (~$38M), sees the partnership as a milestone for institutional Solana staking.
Bank of England Chief Calls for Strict Stablecoin Regulations, Continues UK CBDC Exploration
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey emphasized the need for a “high bar” of regulation for stablecoins, distinguishing them from Bitcoin, which he labeled a pure investment risk rather than money. Speaking in London, Bailey noted that stablecoins perform monetary functions, making their regulation crucial, especially in payments. He also confirmed that the BoE is still exploring a UK central bank digital currency (CBDC) in collaboration with the government, citing the need to embrace digital technology in payments. The BoE plans to launch a "Digital Pound Lab" later this year as part of its ongoing CBDC research.
North Carolina Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Permit State Investments in Crypto
North Carolina lawmakers have introduced HB92, the Digital Assets Investments Act, which would authorize the State Treasurer to invest in Bitcoin exchange-traded products. The bill, co-sponsored by Speaker Destin Hall, sets a 10% cap on crypto investments and requires assets to have a $750 billion market cap, a threshold currently met only by Bitcoin. Hall emphasized the bill aligns with President Trump’s vision for a national Bitcoin stockpile. Similar initiatives have been introduced in Texas, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Oklahoma, reflecting growing state-level interest in Bitcoin investments.
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