Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increased

Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increased

<p class="text-left mb-4 ">US President Donald Trump began his speech at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos. Meanwhile, the cryptocurrency market experienced a sharp sell-off amid increased uncertainty and volatility. The decline, led by Bitcoin and XRP on January 21st, spread to major altcoins like Ethereum and Solana. With investors focused on global macroeconomic messages, market risk appetite weakened significantly.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">According to market data, <a href="https://jrkripto.com/tr/coin/btc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="text-primary underline">Bitcoin</a> lost over 2.9% overnight, falling to $88,484. XRP fell 2.2%, trading at $1.89. Ethereum experienced an even sharper decline; the second-largest cryptocurrency dropped 6.1% to $2,917. Solana fell 1.6%, trading around $127. This picture indicates that investors preferred to reduce their positions ahead of Trump's speech in Davos.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 "> <figure class="my-6"> <img src="https://minio-api-1.jrkripto.com/blog/btcusdt-2026-01-21-17-03-11-7f20b248.webp" alt="BTCUSDT_2026-01-21_17-03-11.png" width="auto" height="auto" class="w-full rounded-lg border" /> </figure> </p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">The nervousness in the markets before Trump's speech began was particularly linked to expectations regarding his statements on US trade policies and the global economy. Trump, who had previously delivered harsh messages regarding new tariffs and trade policies targeting Europe, was expected to follow a similar line in Davos. This expectation increased selling pressure on cryptocurrencies, which are considered risky assets.</p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">Trump's Davos speech began</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">With the start of Trump's speech in Davos, the economic messages gained a clearer framework. The US President emphasized that the country's economy was in a strong recovery process and that inflation was under control. Stating that core inflation was at 1.5 percent, Trump said that the US economy was experiencing one of the fastest recoveries in its history. He also stated that the fourth-quarter growth expectation was 5.4 percent and that the US economy had reached twice the growth rate predicted by the IMF. In his speech, Trump also touched upon the US's global position, arguing that his country was one of the most attractive economic centers in the world. The US President, criticizing Europe, stated that green energy policies and mass immigration have deepened economic and social problems in some European countries. However, he emphasized that European countries, Japan, and South Korea are important partners of the US.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Trump also highlighted the US performance in trade and energy. Praising the increase in American exports and the rise in domestic steel production, Trump noted that the monthly trade deficit had been reduced by 77 percent. He stated that US natural gas production had reached an all-time high and also drew attention to oil purchases from Venezuela.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">These statements indicate that pricing in the cryptocurrency market, as in global markets, will continue to be shaped by macroeconomic expectations. In particular, strong growth and low inflation messages regarding the US economy are seen as critical signals for interest rate policies and the trajectory of the dollar. This suggests that volatility in crypto assets may remain high in the short term.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">You can continue to follow the latest statements regarding Trump's speech in Davos on the JrKripto Telegram channel.</p>

21 Jan 2026
Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin

Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin

<p class="text-left mb-4 ">Ripple's dollar-backed stablecoin, RLUSD, is preparing to launch spot trading on Binance, one of the world's largest cryptocurrency exchanges. According to a statement from Binance, RLUSD will begin trading on January 22nd at 11:00 AM Turkish time, initially with support for the Ethereum network. XRP Ledger (XRPL) integration is expected to be implemented at a later date.</p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">Ripple stablecoin opens to Binance users</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Under the new listing, Binance users will be able to directly access the stablecoin through the RLUSD/USDT and XRP/RLUSD trading pairs. This step is seen as a significant milestone in moving RLUSD beyond the Ripple ecosystem. Until now, <a href="https://jrkripto.com/tr/coin/rlusd" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="text-primary underline">RLUSD</a> has catered to a more limited user base, but with the Binance listing, it will gain significant global visibility and liquidity.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 "> <figure class="my-6"> <img src="https://minio-api-1.jrkripto.com/blog/ekran-g-r-nt-s-2026-01-21-142303-86da8736.webp" alt="Ekran görüntüsü 2026-01-21 142303.png" width="auto" height="auto" class="w-full rounded-lg border" /> </figure> </p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">RLUSD is positioned by Ripple as a stablecoin specifically focused on institutional use cases. While the market is currently dominated by strong players like Tether's USDT and Circle's USDC, Ripple aims to offer a more regulated and transparent alternative with RLUSD. The company emphasizes that RLUSD is fully backed 1:1 by the US dollar, with reserves consisting of dollar deposits, short-term US Treasury bonds, and cash equivalents. Transparency is also ensured through monthly reserve reports.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">The Binance listing expands the use cases for RLUSD. The exchange announced that the stablecoin will be included in its portfolio margin system and plans to add it to Binance Earn products in the future. This will allow RLUSD to be used not only for spot trading but also for collateral, yield generation, and various investment strategies. Such integrations are particularly attractive to professional and institutional investors. According to statements from Ripple, the market capitalization of RLUSD has quickly surpassed $1.3 billion. While this figure remains modest compared to giants like USDT, it signals remarkable growth for a new stablecoin. According to CoinGecko data, USDT's market capitalization is around $96 billion. Nevertheless, RLUSD's listing on a high-volume platform like Binance provides a significant advantage that can accelerate the scaling and adoption process. Ethereum support plays a critical role in RLUSD's integration into the DeFi ecosystem. Smart contract-based applications, decentralized exchanges, and liquidity pools offer significant use cases for stablecoins. With the XRP Ledger integration enabled, RLUSD is expected to have a low-cost and fast payment and transfer infrastructure. This could make RLUSD more competitive, especially for cross-border payments and remittance solutions. All these developments coincide with a period of increasingly fierce competition in the stablecoin market. In this process, where regulators are increasing their oversight and institutions are seeking more compliant and transparent alternatives, Ripple's RLUSD move is being closely watched. With its Binance listing, RLUSD has gained a significant distribution and liquidity advantage that is difficult to achieve in a short period of time.</p>

21 Jan 2026
Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Moves

Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Moves

<p class="text-left mb-4 ">Crypto asset management company Grayscale Investments has taken the spot altcoin ETF race a step further with a new filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The company submitted an S-1 filing to the SEC with the aim of converting its existing Grayscale NEAR Trust product into an exchange-traded fund. Following the filing, the NEAR Protocol token price recovered by over 3% despite sharp sell-offs in the overall crypto market. According to Grayscale's S-1 filing dated January 20th, the company aims to restructure its existing trust structure under the name "Grayscale NEAR Trust ETF." If approved, the fund's shares will trade on the NYSE Arca under the ticker symbol GSNR. GSNR is currently traded on the OTCQB market. Management fees and operational details of the fund are expected to be disclosed in subsequent filings with the SEC. Another notable aspect is the inclusion of the possibility of staking in the filing. Grayscale stated that, subject to regulatory approval, NEAR tokens held in the fund could be staked through trusted third-party staking providers. This approach has reignited discussions about whether spot ETFs could expand beyond price tracking and open the door to on-chain yield models. The fund's operational structure also includes major institutional names. CSC Delaware Trust Company serves as the trustee, while Bank of New York Mellon acts as the transfer agent and administrative services provider. Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company serves as the joint transfer agent. Coinbase will act as the prime broker, and custody services will be provided by Coinbase Custody Trust Company LLC. The ETF will track the spot NEAR price using a reference index created by CoinDesk. This move by Grayscale is a continuation of a long-standing strategy the company has employed: typically launching its products as private trusts, then enabling their listing on OTC markets, and finally applying to the SEC for ETF conversion. The conversion of Digital Large Cap Fund, Chainlink Trust, and XRP Trust products into ETFs in 2025 was among the latest examples of this approach. The recent establishment of new trusts focused on Binance Coin and Hyperliquid in Delaware also indicates that new ETF applications may be on the way.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Bloomberg ETF analyst James Seyffart, in his assessment of the development, emphasized that crypto ETP applications continue to arrive at the SEC's desk. For market participants, this intensity strengthens the expectation that altcoin ETFs may become more visible in the medium term.</p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">NEAR Rises After S-1 Filing with SEC</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">On the price side, <a href="https://jrkripto.com/tr/coin/near" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="text-primary underline">NEAR </a>Protocol showed a remarkable reaction. The token is trading at $1.54, with a rise of over 3% in the last few hours. While the intraday trading range is in the $1.50-$1.60 band, the 24-hour trading volume has increased by 22%. Activity is also noticeable in the futures market. According to CoinGlass data, open interest increased by approximately 2% in a short period, reaching $229 million; similar increases were observed in open interest on Binance, OKX, and Bybit.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 "> <figure class="my-6"> <img src="https://minio-api-1.jrkripto.com/blog/nearusdt-2026-01-21-10-56-38-5ec9f4f5.webp" alt="NEARUSDT_2026-01-21_10-56-38.png" width="auto" height="auto" class="w-full rounded-lg border" /> </figure> </p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">However, NEAR's performance over a broader timeframe remains weak. The token has lost approximately 92% of its value since its peak above $20 in early 2022. The net asset value of the Grayscale NEAR Trust has also decreased by 45% since September, falling to $2.19. While the ETF application may have a positive psychological impact on the price in the short term, a long-term recovery seems likely to depend on broader market conditions.</p>

21 Jan 2026
Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoin

Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoin

<p class="text-left mb-4 ">Bitcoin fell below $90,000 due to a sharp decline in risk appetite in global markets and the impact of Donald Trump's speeches. Consequently, a large liquidation wave occurred in the crypto market targeting leveraged positions. According to market data, a total of $1.09 billion in positions were compulsorily closed in the last 24 hours. Approximately 92% of this amount consisted of long positions opened with the expectation that the market would continue upward. Investors had been using high leverage in recent weeks due to increasing optimism, and these positions were rapidly liquidated due to the market reversal. In total, more than 183,000 investors were liquidated, with the largest single liquidation recorded being a $13.52 million BTCUSDT transaction.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">The <a href="https://jrkripto.com/tr/coin/btc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="text-primary underline">Bitcoin </a>price lost approximately 3% during the day, falling to $87,800 by evening. Although it recovered above $89,000 with the opening of Asian trading, this movement indicated a break from the sideways trend seen last week.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 "> <figure class="my-6"> <img src="https://minio-api-1.jrkripto.com/blog/btcusdt-2026-01-21-10-21-48-b1015239.webp" alt="BTCUSDT_2026-01-21_10-21-48.png" width="auto" height="auto" class="w-full rounded-lg border" /> </figure> </p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">On the other hand, the decline was sharper for Ethereum: ETH lost around 6.5% of its value, falling below $3,000. Solana experienced a daily decline exceeding 4%, while its weekly loss exceeded 12%. Cardano saw a drop of approximately 2% in the last 24 hours and nearly 15% in the last seven days. </p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">Trump's speeches affected the market</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Among the main factors causing investors to move away from risky assets were US President Donald Trump's threats of new tariffs against European countries and the sharp sell-off in Japanese government bonds. Trump's signal of economic sanctions and tariffs against European countries that opposed his proposals on Greenland brought trade tensions and policy uncertainty concerns back to the forefront in the markets.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">At the same time, the rise of long-term government bond yields in Japan to record levels created pressure that spilled over into global bond markets. The increase in bond yields led to a tightening of financial conditions, putting pressure particularly on speculative and high-beta assets. Cryptocurrencies, as part of the risky asset basket, also could not escape selling in this environment.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Liquidation chains generally indicate that the market is overpositioned in one direction. In such periods, even a small price movement can accelerate the decline by causing successive closings of leveraged trades. Indeed, recent data showed that a significant portion of investors took aggressive positions expecting a rise, and therefore, the selling pressure intensified as the price pulled back.</p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">Gold price at new highs</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">The fact that gold prices headed towards new highs in the same period was another important signal showing that capital is shifting from risky assets to safe havens. In global markets, which have long been supported by the artificial intelligence theme and abundant liquidity, tolerance to political and macroeconomic shocks seems to be decreasing. In the coming days, investors will be watching the trend in global interest rate markets and new messages from political headlines.</p>

21 Jan 2026
Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,000

Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,000

<p class="text-left mb-4 ">Strategy, continuing its Bitcoin accumulation strategy without slowing down, has crossed another significant threshold with its latest purchase. The company, formerly known as MicroStrategy, announced that it purchased 22,305 Bitcoin between January 12-18. According to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), approximately $2.13 billion was spent on this purchase, with an average cost of $95,284 per Bitcoin. This brings the company's total Bitcoin holdings to 709,715 BTC.</p><h2 class="text-left text-foreground text-3xl font-bold mb-3 mt-1">The total value of all their Bitcoins has exceeded $64 billion</h2><p class="text-left mb-4 ">With this latest move, the total cost of Strategy's <a href="https://jrkripto.com/tr/coin/btc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" class="text-primary underline">Bitcoin</a> portfolio is approximately $53.9 billion, with an average purchase price of $75,979. Considering current prices, the market value of the Bitcoins held by the company has exceeded $64 billion. This indicates a gain of over $10 billion on paper. This amount corresponds to more than 3% of Bitcoin's total supply of 21 million.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 "> <figure class="my-6"> <img src="https://minio-api-1.jrkripto.com/blog/ekran-g-r-nt-s-2026-01-20-164202-e085c12a.webp" alt="Ekran görüntüsü 2026-01-20 164202.png" width="auto" height="auto" class="w-full rounded-lg border" /> </figure> </p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">Michael Saylor, the company's co-founder and CEO, signaled this purchase via X over the weekend. Saylor shared an image showing Strategy's Bitcoin portfolio, simply using the phrase "₿igger Orange." This post reinforced expectations of a larger purchase, surpassing the 13,627 BTC acquisition made two weeks ago. This Bitcoin purchase coincided with a period of increased market volatility. Bitcoin retreated from its peaks above $97,000 earlier in the year, falling to levels around $90,500. This decline was influenced by the uncertainty surrounding the US's new tariff plan targeting European countries and the expected Supreme Court ruling on the matter. The tariffs, covering France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the Scandinavian countries, could go into effect on February 1st. These regulations bring the legal aspects of trade policies, first raised during the Donald Trump administration, back to the forefront.</p><p class="text-left mb-4 ">The pullback in Bitcoin was also reflected in Strategy shares. Shares of the company, trading under the ticker symbol MSTR, fell approximately 5% in pre-market trading to around $165. Despite this, the stock remains up over 12% year-to-date. Institutional interest continues; Vanguard Group announced a purchase of approximately $200 million worth of MSTR through its Value Index Fund, while VanEck also announced it is among Strategy's largest shareholders. Strategy's recent acquisitions are closely linked to the company's aggressive capital structure strategy. The Bitcoin purchases are financed with funds from the issuance of Class A common stock MSTR, as well as perpetual preferred shares under the ticker symbols STRK, STRC, STRF, and STRD. This structure is part of the company's "42/42" plan, which aims to raise a total of $84 billion in capital by 2027. Strategy, however, maintains its long-term perspective. Saylor had previously stated that the company's capital structure was designed to withstand even a 90% drop in Bitcoin, a scenario that could last for years. Nevertheless, it appears that a volatile period is ahead for investors in the short term.</p>

20 Jan 2026
Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increased
Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increasedabout 12 hours ago
Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin
Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoinabout 14 hours ago
Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Moves
Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Movesabout 18 hours ago
Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoin
Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoinabout 18 hours ago
Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,000
Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,0001 day ago
Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increased
Trump's Davos Messages: Crypto Volatility Increasedabout 12 hours ago
Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin
Binance is Listing Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoinabout 14 hours ago
Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Moves
Grayscale Files ETF Application for NEAR: Price Movesabout 18 hours ago
Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoin
Trump's Tariff Announcement Hits Crypto: Sharp Drop and Massive Purge in Bitcoinabout 18 hours ago
Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,000
Strategy Acquires Another 22,000 Bitcoin: Total Assets Exceed 700,0001 day ago

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