Major altcoins plunged further on Wednesday amid a deepening liquidity crisis, driven by capital rotation into gold and cascading whale liquidations. Analysts point to sustained Bitcoin ETF outflows and hawkish Federal Reserve signals as compounding factors, with near-term volatility expected before a potential rebound in late 2026.
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1 posts last weekPolygon Unveils POL Tokenomics: Burns, Staking & Open Money Stack
Polygon Foundation CEO Sandeep Nailwal has explicitly detailed the value-accrual mechanisms for the network’s POL token, framing it as a direct beneficiary of ecosystem growth through deflationary burns and staking rewards. The announcement arrives amid mixed on-chain signals—surging fee revenue but declining active addresses—and short-term price volatility, as the network advances its ambitious ‘Open Money Stack’ initiative to capture the global money movement market.
about Polygon Unveils POL Tokenomics: Burns, Staking & Open Money StackBitcoin Faces $6B Liquidation Risk Ahead of Fed Decision
The Bitcoin market is balancing on a knife-edge ahead of the Federal Reserve’s imminent policy signal, with over $6 billion in leveraged positions at immediate risk of liquidation. Derivatives data reveals a market propped up by short-covering rather than genuine bullish conviction, while weak spot demand leaves the cryptocurrency highly vulnerable to a sharp move in either direction. Traders are now fixated on two key price levels that could trigger a cascade of liquidations, setting the stage for a volatile reaction to the central bank’s guidance.
about Bitcoin Faces $6B Liquidation Risk Ahead of Fed DecisionCrypto Rebounds as US Government Shutdown Averted
Cryptocurrency markets are showing tentative signs of recovery following last week’s broad financial decline, though analysts warn the rebound may be fragile. The uptick coincided with Senate action to avert a U.S. government shutdown, sparking synchronized gains across multiple asset classes. However, significant macroeconomic headwinds continue to threaten market stability as Bitcoin’s recent dip to $103,000 demonstrates the ongoing volatility in risk assets.
about Crypto Rebounds as US Government Shutdown AvertedBitcoin Rallies as U.S. Government Shutdown Nears End
Bitcoin surged 4.4% to $106,491 as the U.S. Senate advanced legislation to end the government shutdown, easing macroeconomic concerns and boosting total crypto market capitalization by 4.7% to $3.68 trillion. Crypto executives believe the resolution will restore institutional confidence and stabilize Treasury market flows, with experts now seeing a potential path to $150,000 by year-end if favorable conditions persist.
about Bitcoin Rallies as U.S. Government Shutdown Nears EndBitcoin Needs 10% Rally to Break Even Amid Market Uncertainty
Bitcoin faces a challenging path to recovery after falling 20% from its peak, requiring a 10% rebound to break even for the quarter. Market analysts point to U.S.-China tensions and reduced liquidity as key factors driving the current range-bound trading pattern. Despite the headwinds, experts maintain cautious optimism for a positive year-end finish.
about Bitcoin Needs 10% Rally to Break Even Amid Market UncertaintyBitcoin Plunges 17.5% Amid DeFi Crisis, Market Sell-Off
Bitcoin tumbled below $104,000 on Tuesday, marking a 17.5% decline from its recent peak as a deepening DeFi crisis and macroeconomic concerns triggered a broad market sell-off. The cryptocurrency’s sharp correction reflects growing investor caution amid rising bad debt in decentralized finance protocols, with analysts suggesting this leverage flush could ultimately reset the market for more sustainable growth.
about Bitcoin Plunges 17.5% Amid DeFi Crisis, Market Sell-OffFed’s QT End Puts Bitcoin at Critical Liquidity Juncture
The Federal Reserve’s decision to end quantitative tightening has placed Bitcoin at a pivotal liquidity crossroads, creating both opportunities and challenges for the cryptocurrency market. While short-term volatility persists with Bitcoin ETF outflows totaling $197.5 million and Ethereum funds seeing $66.2 million in withdrawals, analysts suggest the current market differs significantly from 2019’s post-policy environment due to higher interest rates and substantial institutional participation. The long-term outlook remains decidedly bullish, with experts forecasting Bitcoin could reach $200,000 by Q3 2026 if macroeconomic conditions remain favorable.
about Fed's QT End Puts Bitcoin at Critical Liquidity JunctureFirst Solana Staking ETF Approved, May Bring Billions
Solana has entered the mainstream financial arena with the landmark approval of the first Solana staking ETF by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. This regulatory green light represents a transformative milestone that analysts predict could unlock $3-6 billion in new institutional capital within the first year alone, positioning Solana in the “big league” of digital assets and accelerating altcoin adoption among yield-seeking investors.
about First Solana Staking ETF Approved, May Bring BillionsBitcoin Plunges 3.5% as Short Selling Triggers $724M Liquidations
Bitcoin experienced a sharp 3.5% decline to $107,500 on Thursday, driven by aggressive short selling in derivatives markets that triggered a cascade of liquidations totaling $724 million. The sell-off revealed a fundamental market schism as spot buyers on Coinbase accumulated while short sellers dominated perpetual futures on offshore exchanges, creating opposing pressures that exacerbated the downward momentum and wiped out overleveraged long positions.
about Bitcoin Plunges 3.5% as Short Selling Triggers $724M LiquidationsBitcoin Options Signal Limited Upside as Volatility Drops
Bitcoin’s recovery appears constrained as options data reveals suppressed volatility and market maker activity limiting price rallies. Following the Black Friday crash that triggered crypto’s worst cascading liquidations, Bitcoin is trading around $113,500 with limited upside potential. Analysts see potential for a near-term drop to $100,000 while maintaining long-term bullish sentiment as the market continues to stabilize.
about Bitcoin Options Signal Limited Upside as Volatility DropsCrypto Market Correction Triggers $635M in Liquidations
The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant pullback on Wednesday, triggering over $635 million in leveraged position liquidations. Analysts attribute the downturn to profit-taking, gold’s rebound, and a strengthening US dollar. Despite the short-term pressure, market experts view this as a healthy correction within an ongoing bullish trend.
about Crypto Market Correction Triggers $635M in Liquidations