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Binance continues its steps to simplify its product structure in the futures market. According to the latest announcement from the exchange, some altcoin contracts traded on the USDⓈ-M perpetual futures market will be removed from the platform as of January 30, 2026. This decision was made as a result of regularly reviewing the trading volume, liquidity conditions, and user interest in the relevant contracts, and it is emphasized that investors should closely monitor their open positions until the delisting date.Binance will delist four altcoins from futures tradingBinance continues to simplify its product range on the futures side. According to the latest official announcement published by the exchange, Binance Futures will remove four USDⓈ-M perpetual futures contracts from the platform as of January 30, 2026. The delisting decision covers the 42USDT, COMMONUSDT, CUDISUSDT, and EPTUSDT pairs. These contracts will be completely closed for trading after the completion of the automatic settlement process on the specified date. According to information shared by Binance, all open positions in these four contracts will be automatically closed and settled in cash at 09:00 UTC (12:00 Turkish time) on January 30, 2026. Users will not be able to place new orders in these contracts from 08:30 UTC (11:30 Turkish time) on the same day. The exchange strongly advises investors to manually close their positions before this time to avoid being subject to automatic settlement and potential price fluctuations. Such delisting decisions in the futures market are often based on different dynamics than delistings in the spot market. Binance regularly monitors and delists contracts in the futures market that do not achieve sufficient trading volume, have weak liquidity, or show decreasing user interest. This approach is seen as part of the exchange's goal to use its technical and operational resources more efficiently. Therefore, it is stated that these delistings reflect a decrease in market demand rather than a direct lack of confidence in the relevant projects. Binance also draws attention to the final hour before the delist. It was stated that the futures insurance fund will not be activated during this critical time period between 11:00 and 12:00 UTC on January 30th. This situation is highlighted as a factor that could increase the risk of liquidation in conditions of sudden price movements and falling liquidity. The exchange announced that any mandatory liquidations that may occur during this period will be reflected in the market in one go with "Immediate or Cancel" (IOCO) orders. If the balance in the user's account is sufficient to meet the maintenance margin requirements after this process, the liquidation will be stopped; otherwise, the remaining positions will be closed via the ADL (Automatic Leverage Reduction) mechanism. The announcement also emphasized that additional measures may be taken to protect users in extremely volatile market conditions. Binance Futures stated that it may update maximum leverage ratios, position limits, and maintenance margin levels without prior notice; and may make changes to funding rates, price index components, and mark price calculation methods. It is stated that such steps can be taken to ensure that the delist process proceeds in a more controlled manner.
Ripple has launched Ripple Treasury, a new platform focused on corporate treasury management. By combining the operational software infrastructure of GTreasury, which it previously acquired for $1 billion, with its own blockchain-based payment technologies, the company aims to bring traditional cash management and digital asset transactions under one roof. According to Ripple, this step will make many processes faster and more transparent for companies, from cross-border payments to liquidity management. What is the purpose of Ripple Treasury?The new platform focuses on operational problems frequently encountered in corporate treasuries. Reconciliation processes that can take days, limited visibility in cross-border payments, and the tracking of fiat currency and digital assets in separate systems are among the main issues that Ripple Treasury aims to solve. Ripple emphasizes that many of these problems arise due to manual processes and disconnected software.One of Ripple Treasury's standout features is its ability to enable companies to conduct cross-border transfers via Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin within three to five seconds. In traditional banking systems, such transactions often take several business days. The platform also allows for the management of fiat and digital assets through the same interface. This replaces the still-widely used spreadsheet-based tracking methods with direct API integrations. Ripple states that it positions its digital asset platforms as "digital banks" within this structure. This launch marks Ripple's first major product integration since acquiring GTreasury. Renaat Ver Eecke, CEO of Chicago-based GTreasury, described the acquisition as a milestone in treasury management during the announcement. With the new platform, Ripple and GTreasury aim to enable companies to utilize their idle cash more efficiently while maintaining existing treasury controls and reporting standards. Ripple had previously stated that the GTreasury integration would also enable access to short-term liquidity markets. In this context, access to repo markets is planned to be provided through the prime broker Hidden Road. Ripple acquired Hidden Road last year for $1.25 billion, an acquisition seen as a significant step strengthening the company's position in the corporate financial services sector. The launch of Ripple Treasury aligns with the company's global expansion strategy in the regulated financial services sector. Ripple recently obtained an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license and approval for crypto asset registration in the United Kingdom, paving the way for payment operations in the country. During the same period, it also received preliminary approval for an EMI license from the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier in Luxembourg. In the US, Ripple applied to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for a national bank license in July 2025. This step follows similar applications from crypto-focused companies such as Circle Internet Group and BitGo. According to the Financial Times, Nomura-backed Laser Digital is one of the latest companies to take steps in this direction. Despite all this expansion and acquisitions, Ripple has made it clear that it has no plans for an IPO. The company states that thanks to its strong balance sheet and growth-focused strategy, it doesn't need an IPO and prefers to continue investing in areas such as Ripple Treasury, Hidden Road, and its stablecoin platform Rail.
Bitcoin traded sideways just below the $89,000 level, while the overall sentiment in the cryptocurrency market was one of cautious optimism. Ahead of the Federal Reserve's (Fed) interest rate decision, expected around 9 PM Turkish time, investors appeared hesitant to take risks, resulting in price movements remaining within a narrow range. Bitcoin traded around $88,800 in the morning, showing a limited recovery effort after the volatile start to the week. On the Ethereum front, a stronger performance was evident. Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, rose by nearly 2%, approaching the $3,000 level, while most large-scale altcoins also saw slight increases. However, it is argued that these increases do not signal the start of a strong trend, but rather represent short-term stabilization movements in a market currently in a waiting mode. This calm trend in the cryptocurrency market mirrors the global market sentiment. Asian stock markets are testing new highs, while US futures indices are also indicating a positive opening. Optimism, particularly towards technology stocks and AI investments, is keeping risk appetite alive in equity markets. The S&P 500 index closed at a record high, while the financial results to be announced this week by major technology companies are among the main agenda items for the markets.The weak performance of the US dollar is also one of the main factors supporting risky assets. The dollar index fell to its lowest levels since the beginning of 2022 during the week, and investors began pricing in more flexible messages from the Trump administration regarding the "weak dollar." This situation has led to sharp increases in precious metals such as gold and silver, while cryptocurrencies appear to have lagged behind this rally.Leveraged positions are noteworthyAccording to market analysts, Bitcoin's recovery from the $86,000-$87,000 range is related more to the clearing of leveraged positions than to a strong buying wave. The concentration of long liquidations in this region reduced excessive leverage in the market and allowed the short-term price structure to become more balanced. Therefore, the recent rise is considered more of a technical relief than a momentum boost.The Fed's interest rate decision and the messages it will deliver today will be decisive for the crypto market in the short term. The market is generally pricing in a decision to keep interest rates unchanged. However, signals regarding inflation and the future interest rate path may cause a new direction to be determined in risky assets. A more dovish tone could revive interest in crypto assets, while a cautious or tight stance could bring about a new price correction.On the other hand, it is frequently stated that the strong performance of global equity markets in recent months has drawn capital from crypto. Fund flows towards large technology stocks are among the factors limiting the rises in Bitcoin and altcoins. This situation shows that the crypto market is waiting for clarification on the macro front and is struggling to enter an aggressive upward trend without a strong catalyst. Looking at the current situation, Bitcoin appears to be struggling to hold its ground within a narrow range, while the market continues to search for direction. Without clarity on the Fed's decision, the balance sheets of major tech companies, and the trajectory of the dollar, a strong and sustained upward movement in the cryptocurrency market seems unlikely. For now, prices are holding steady, but momentum has not yet been generated.
Tether has officially launched USAT, its first stablecoin designed specifically for the US market and subject to federal oversight. Announced on January 27th, the launch was implemented under the GENIUS Act, which came into effect in the US in July 2025 and establishes the first federal framework for payment-oriented stablecoins. In this respect, USAT is Tether's first product built directly in compliance with the US regulatory architecture, unlike its globally used USDT. This time, Anchorage is behind the stablecoinThe company behind the new stablecoin, i.e., its issuer, is Anchorage Digital Bank, known as the first federally licensed crypto bank in the US. Tether emphasizes that issuing USAT through an institution with a national bank license strengthens the element of trust for both institutional investors and regulatory authorities. Bo Hines, formerly the executive director of the White House Crypto Council, has been appointed CEO of the project. USAT is technically designed as a stablecoin pegged one-to-one to the US dollar and was initially launched on the Ethereum network using the ERC-20 standard. According to CoinMarketCap data, the token entered circulation with a supply of approximately $10 million at launch. This limited initial supply suggests that the product will initially proceed with a controlled and institutional-focused growth strategy.Tether clearly distinguishes USAT from USDT. While the company states that USDT continues to be used globally and is gradually progressing towards compliance with the GENIUS Act, it emphasizes that USAT was developed from the ground up for the US market. This approach is considered part of Tether's strategy to both continue meeting global stablecoin demand and directly integrate into the new regulations taking shape in the US.Another notable detail stands out on the reserve management side. Global financial company Cantor Fitzgerald will serve as the official reserve custodian and preferred primary processor of USAT. Thanks to this structure, transparency of reserves and secure asset management are aimed to be provided at institutional standards from day one.The launch of USAT coincides with a period in which Tether's weight in the global dollar ecosystem is increasing. The company is already the 17th largest holder of US Treasury bonds in the world, surpassing countries such as Germany, South Korea, and Australia. This shows that Tether has become a significant player not only in the crypto markets but also on a macroeconomic scale.The new stablecoin will initially be accessible through Bybit, Crypto.com, Kraken, OKX, and MoonPay. Thus, both individual users and institutional investors will have the opportunity to access a digital dollar alternative that complies with federal regulations.Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino stated that USAT offers "an American-made, dollar-backed, and federally compliant token," adding that the legacy of trust and transparency that USDT has provided globally for over a decade is being brought to the US market. Bo Hines stated that USAT's focus is on stability, transparency, and responsible governance, ensuring the US maintains its leadership in digital dollar innovation.
South Korea-based blockchain and gaming company Wemade continues to expand its Global Alliance for KRW Stablecoins (GAKS) initiative, created for stablecoins pegged to the Korean won. The company announced that Chainlink Labs, a leading name in data infrastructure and oracle solutions, has joined the consortium. This step strengthens the goal of creating a compliance-focused and enterprise-standard-compliant technical foundation for won-backed stablecoins.Wemade and Chainlink Partnership EstablishedAccording to Wemade's statement, Chainlink will provide technical support for data integrity, infrastructure standards, and tokenized asset use cases within GAKS. The oracle layer aims to reliably run price data, on-chain verification mechanisms, and other data-driven functions needed in enterprise finance applications. It is also stated that Chainlink will play a role in enabling consortium members to benefit from oracle services under a standardized structure.Chainlink's participation is a continuation of the collaborations previously announced by GAKS. The consortium already includes blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, CertiK in the security and auditing field, and SentBe with its regulation-compliant money transfer infrastructure. Within this structure, Chainalysis provides threat monitoring and risk analysis, CertiK provides node verification and security audits, and SentBe provides regulated transfer infrastructure in different jurisdictions. GAKS was launched in November 2025 as part of a repositioning process in Wemade's blockchain strategy. In a statement on November 28, the company emphasized that it would support StableNet, a dedicated mainnet designed for won-backed stablecoins, as a technical and consortium partner, but would not assume the role of a direct issuer. This approach is seen as a strategy to limit risks by focusing on infrastructure before regulations become clearer. Wemade Vice President Kim SukWhan highlighted the importance of the collaboration with Chainlink, stating, "Through close cooperation with Chainlink, we will continue to build a robust and reliable KRW stablecoin ecosystem." The company emphasizes that this partnership is critical, particularly in terms of establishing a technical standard that meets the expectations of institutional users. On the other hand, policy discussions regarding stablecoins in South Korea are still unclear. Regulatory bodies in the country have differing views on who can issue won-indexed stablecoins and how they should be regulated. Speaking at the Asia Finance Forum in Hong Kong, Bank of Korea President Lee Chang-yong warned that won-based stablecoins could put pressure on foreign exchange management and capital movements. These statements show that the uncertainty in the legislative process continues. GAKS's "infrastructure first" approach reveals the position of industry players in this uncertain environment. The consortium aims to prepare a technical foundation that can be quickly deployed once regulations are clarified, without directly entering the issuance process. The StableNet testnet is planned to be released after a technical seminar to be held in Seoul on January 30th. According to industry analysts, Wemade's inclusion of Chainlink in its consortium has the potential to make South Korean won-based stablecoins globally competitive. This is because Chainlink's infrastructure is already used by major financial institutions such as Swift, UBS, and Mastercard. This strengthens expectations that KRW-backed digital assets could emerge as prominent non-dollar reserve alternatives.
DOT/USDT Technical OutlookPolkadot keeps standing out among Web3-focused projects in 2026. DOT is getting attention again, especially from institutional players thanks to its technology that connects different blockchains. Major platforms like Ledger and Robinhood have recently brought DOT back into focus. Polkadot ecosystem is becoming more user-friendly with improvements in staking and governance, Morover, Polkadot 2.0 is expected to offer more flexible tools for developers, which is sre to support its long-term growth. Narrowing Triangle Structure DOT is currently forming a tight triangle pattern. The price is squeezed between a descending resistance from above and a rising support from below, which means the market is approaching a decision point, and a strong move is possible. $1.65 – $1.85 zone is the triangle’s compression area. Price is holding here, and movements inside this range are still neutral. If price breaks above the upper trendline, the first target would be $2.00 – $2.05 and the next resistance levels are $2.15 and $2.30. If price breaks below the lower trendline the first target would be $1.65, below which the structure is considered fully broken.Summary : DOT is at a decision stage. Triangle patterns usually end with a sharp move. From a technical perspective, entering a position after a clear breakout and candle close outside the triangle is a safer approach. As long as price stays inside the triangle, the market remains in wait-and-see mode.These analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However,traders are responsible for their own actions and risk management. Morover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during trades.
WLFI/USDT Technical Analysis Fibonacci Levels WLFI still holds a positive market structure. The price of the coin has entered a cool-down / consolidation phase after the recent upward move, yet the main trend is still intact.The technical picture is clear:- $0.1416 – $0.1443 zoneThis is the main support and demand area, aligned with the 0.618 Fibonacci level.As long as price stays above this zone, the bullish structure remains valid.- $0.163 – $0.173 zoneThis is the short-term balance and consolidation range.Current price action shows that this zone is still working.- Above $0.19This is the upper boundary of the structure.Unless price breaks above this level, the move does not enter an expansion phase.However, upward pressure remains strong. - Below $0.13This is the clear structure breakdown level.A move below this zone would invalidate the positive scenario.Summary WLFI stays within its positive market structure as long as the 0.1416 – 0.1443 support zone holds,Unless price moves above 0.19 or below 0.13, the structure remains unchanged, and price is likely to continue moving sideways to slightly upwardThese analyses, not offering any kind of investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels considered to offer trading opportunities in the short and medium term according to the market conditions. However,traders are responsible for their own actions and risk management. Morover, it is highly recommended to use stop loss (SL) during trades.
The global crypto investment market experienced a sharp shift in direction during the last week of January. According to a weekly report published by CoinShares, there was a net outflow of $1.73 billion from digital asset investment products. This figure was recorded as the largest weekly fund outflow since mid-November 2025 and indicated a renewed weakening of risk appetite among institutional investors.CoinShares Research Director James Butterfill states that several key factors stand out behind these outflows. According to Butterfill, weakening expectations for expected interest rate cuts from the US Federal Reserve, negative momentum in crypto prices, and the fact that digital assets have not yet been included in the "debasement trade" narrative led investors to reduce their positions. In particular, increased uncertainty on the macro front led to a more cautious stance in institutional portfolios. The outflows were centered in the USLooking at the regional distribution, it is seen that almost all of the fund outflows originated from the US. While approximately $1.8 billion flowed out of crypto investment products in the US, this constituted the majority of the global total. In contrast, a more balanced picture prevailed in Europe and Canada. Switzerland, Germany, and Canada were among the regions that viewed the recent price pullbacks as buying opportunities. Net inflows of $32.5 million, $19.1 million, and $33.5 million were recorded in these three countries, respectively. On the other hand, some countries, such as Sweden and the Netherlands, saw more limited fund outflows. This indicates that rather than a one-way global risk aversion, regionally differentiated strategies came to the forefront. Bitcoin and Ethereum at the center of selling pressureAccording to asset-based data, the two largest crypto assets in the market were again at the center of selling pressure. Bitcoin investment products experienced weekly outflows of $1.09 billion. This was the sharpest pullback in Bitcoin funds since November 2025. During the same period, $630 million flowed out of Ethereum products. This chart revealed that negative sentiment was not limited to a single asset but spread across the entire market.On the other hand, a limited inflow of $0.5 million into Bitcoin short-position-based products showed that some investors continued to take positions expecting a decline. CoinShares, however, emphasized that overall sentiment has not significantly recovered since the sharp price drop in October 2025. Solana, LINK, and BNB stand outWhile the overall picture was negative, Solana was a notable exception. Solana-focused investment products recorded a net inflow of $17.1 million, positively diverging from the market. Smaller-scale inflows were also observed in BNB Coin and Chainlink products. This is considered a significant signal that investors are selectively taking positions rather than exiting the market entirely.
According to Bloomberg, UBS Group AG is considering offering cryptocurrency investments to select private banking clients. For the bank, which manages approximately $4.7 trillion in assets, this move represents a shift towards a more visible position in the digital asset space. There is no set launch timeline yet; the process is ongoing, with partners being selected and the service model being developed. According to sources speaking to Bloomberg, UBS plans to work with third-party partners rather than offering crypto investments directly within its own structure. Topics such as which assets will be covered, how the investment products will be structured, and which client segments will be targeted are still under consideration. Bank management is currently approaching this process cautiously and emphasizes that no final decision has been made. The Bloomberg report suggests this uncertainty will persist in the short term. This potential move signals a gradual shift in the traditional financial world's approach to cryptocurrencies. In recent years, major banks and asset managers have long viewed crypto as a high-risk and restricted area. However, the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, increased institutional demand, and clearer regulatory frameworks have softened this perspective. UBS's work on a model for its private banking clients shows that crypto is now on the radar not only of individual investors but also of high-income and institutional profiles.Tokenization on the agendaDespite this, UBS's priority is still tokenization. The bank sees the representation of traditional financial products such as stocks, bonds, and funds on the blockchain as a more strategic area compared to direct crypto trading. This approach is consistent with the bank's statements to date. UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti has previously emphasized that blockchain technology provides efficiency, cost advantages, and transparency in the banking sector, but has taken a more reserved stance towards crypto assets themselves.According to Ermotti, blockchain offers an infrastructure that increases customer trust and simplifies operational processes. Tokenization enables faster asset transfers, increased opportunities for fractional investment, and shorter settlement times. Therefore, instead of directly expanding its crypto investments, UBS prefers to establish a strong position on the infrastructure side. The crypto products planned to be offered to private banking clients are considered a complementary element of this framework. On the market front, the news has not generated much excitement. The main reason for this is that UBS is pursuing a controlled expansion strategy rather than a "full-throttle" entry into crypto. Nevertheless, from an industry perspective, this step has symbolic importance. A bank of systemic importance on a global scale putting crypto on the table as part of its private banking services could set a precedent for other financial institutions.
World Liberty Financial has entered into a new collaboration with Spacecoin, a startup developing satellite-based internet infrastructure. The announced partnership aims to bring decentralized finance (DeFi) applications to areas where traditional financial infrastructure is limited. In this context, World Liberty Financial plans to integrate its dollar-indexed stablecoin asset, USD1, into Spacecoin's satellite network. The goal is payment and settlement via satellite connection.In a blog post published by Spacecoin, it was stated that the two projects are working together on a token exchange system. While technical details were not provided, this system aims to pave the way for solutions that will enable payment and settlement transactions via satellite connection. Thus, the goal is to enable transactions with digital assets in regions where internet access is newly established or where financial infrastructure is insufficient.Zak Folkman, co-founder of World Liberty Financial, emphasized the long-term use cases when evaluating the motivation behind the partnership. According to Folkman, USD1 is positioned not only as an asset circulating within crypto markets, but also as a tool to support real-world payment and settlement processes. Collaborations built with alternative infrastructures like satellite connectivity offer new opportunities for coordination and value transfer in environments inaccessible to traditional financial channels.Spacecoin to be listed on Binance todayOn the Spacecoin front, recent technical steps are noteworthy. The company announced the successful launch of three satellites to be positioned in low Earth orbit. The initiative aims to establish a satellite internet network that can be an alternative to terrestrial broadband infrastructure. At the same time, Spacecoin, which defines itself as a decentralized physical infrastructure network, emphasizes that a reliable financial layer is needed for this technology to be sustainable.Spacecoin founder Tae Oh states that the collaboration with World Liberty Financial is critical at this point. According to Oh, in scenarios where users connect to the internet for the first time, not only communication but also the ability to conduct financial transactions is a fundamental need. Integrating a regulated stablecoin like USD1 into the satellite network can directly address this need.Meanwhile, Spacecoin is preparing to launch its SPACE token on January 23rd. The launch marks the first public token release for a project aiming to build a satellite-based decentralized internet network. Spacecoin, intended to integrate blockchain-based payments with satellites in low Earth orbit, is expected to be initially listed on Binance Alpha. This development follows recent steps taken by World Liberty Financial, which recently announced it had applied for its own trust bank charter, aiming to expand the use cases of USD1 and forge a stronger link with traditional finance. However, the project's association with the family of US President Donald Trump has led to cautious approaches in some circles.On the other hand, World Liberty Financial continues to expand its product and service portfolio. Last month, the company announced plans to offer USD1-backed real-world assets (RWA), aiming to attract institutional investors to the DeFi ecosystem. It was also previously announced that a WLFI-branded bank card was in development, although new details about this project had not yet been revealed. There are also proposals to support the supply of USD1 with funds allocated from the project's treasury. These funds are expected to encourage wider adoption of the stablecoin on both centralized and decentralized exchanges. According to market data, the circulating market capitalization of USD1 is approximately $3.27 billion.
Binance announced it will list its AI-focused Sentient (SENT) token on the spot market, while Coinbase made a noteworthy move on the same day. Binance, one of the world's largest crypto exchanges, announced that Seed Tag will be implemented for SENT and spot trading will begin on January 22, 2026, while Coinbase announced it will launch perpetual futures trading for SENT. Thus, Sentient has simultaneously entered the radar of investors in both spot and derivatives markets.Binance Lists SENT TokenBinance announced it will list its AI-focused Sentient (SENT) token. In its official announcement, Binance stated that Seed Tag will be implemented for SENT and spot trading will begin on January 22, 2026. According to the initial announcement, trading was planned to start at 15:00 Turkish time. However, due to a delay in the on-chain airdrop process, the trading opening time was updated. According to Turkish time, SENT trading will be accessible on the Binance spot market today at 16:00 GMT+3. According to information shared by Binance, SENT will be listed with SENT/USDT, SENT/USDC, and SENT/TRY pairs. It was specifically emphasized that the TRY pair will only be accessible via Binance TR. Users can begin depositing SENT one hour before trading begins. Withdrawal transactions are planned to open on January 23, 2026, at 15:00 GMT+3. The announcement also stated that no listing fee will be charged.The SENT token operates on the Ethereum network, and Binance shared the relevant smart contract address in its announcement. It was also stated that a total of 343.6 million SENT has been reserved for future marketing campaigns. Details regarding this token distribution are expected to be shared in a separate announcement. Binance notes that this supply may affect the circulating supply and price volatility in the short term. Another important topic concerning Binance Alpha users is the status of SENT on the platform. SENT will be removed from Binance Alpha when spot trading opens. SENT balances held in Alpha accounts will be automatically transferred to spot accounts within 24 hours. Users can also manually transfer their balances within this period. Since Binance Alpha is positioned as a pre-listing pool, an asset does not remain displayed in Alpha when it is listed on the spot market.The implementation of the Seed Tag indicates that SENT is considered a high-risk, early-stage project. Binance emphasizes that assets carrying the Seed Tag may have higher price volatility and that investors should exercise caution. In this context, users must complete risk awareness tests and accept the terms of use every 90 days to trade Seed-Tagged tokens. Additional risk warnings are also displayed on the trading screens.The Sentient project is being developed by Sentient Labs. The project aims to build a large-scale open "intelligence network" called GRID. The goal of this network is to have more than 100 AI models, agents, tools, and research projects work together as a single integrated system. Sentient stands out as one of the latest examples of the growing interest in decentralized AI infrastructures.Coinbase also announced a listingOn the other hand, there is a significant development for SENT not only in the spot market but also in the derivatives side. According to a statement by Coinbase Markets, perpetual futures for Sentient will be launched on January 22, 2026. The SENT-PERP market is planned to open after 17:00 Turkish time, provided sufficient liquidity is provided. Perpetual futures will be offered to individual users through Coinbase Advanced in certain regions, while institutional investors will be able to access these products through Coinbase International Exchange.
SHIB/USDT Technical AnalysisShiba Inu (SHIB) is drawing renewed attention this year. Recently, millions of SHIB tokens were burned, meaning the circulating supply decreased. This can theoretically have a positive effect on price. In addition, there is a general revival in the meme coin market, and SHIB is also benefiting from this trend. These developments take SHIB beyond being just an old meme coin and make it a coin worth watching again in 2026. Falling Channel Structure On the SHIB side, the descending channel structure is clearly being preserved. For a long time, the price has been facing selling pressure from the descending upper band and moving toward the lower band. The latest upward attempt also failed to move above the channel and has pulled back once again.The current price is trading close to the lower band of the channel. Since this area has produced reactions before, it is technically important in the short term. If the lower band is preserved, a limited recovery toward the channel’s mid-band may be seen in the first stage. In this scenario, the 0.0000098 – 0.0000109 range stands out as the first resistance area.The upper band remains downward sloping and strong. As long as the channel is not broken to the upside, rises will continue to remain reactionary in nature. For a clear trend change, sustained price action above the 0.0000122 – 0.0000128 band is required.In the downside scenario, if the lower band of the channel is lost, the 0.0000068 – 0.0000065 region comes back into focus.These analyses, which do not provide investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels that are thought to create short- and medium-term trading opportunities depending on market conditions. However, the responsibility for trading and risk management belongs entirely to the user. In addition, it is strongly recommended to use stop loss for the positions shared.
HBAR Technical AnalysisOn the HBAR side, a descending triangle structure has clearly formed. While downward trend pressure from above continues, the price is being compressed against a horizontal–slightly rising support line below. The structure indicates that a classic decision zone is approaching.The technical levels standing out on the chart are:0.102–0.105 band: Lower support of the triangle. The latest decline has reacted from this area.0.118–0.120 region: Upper trend of the descending triangle and the main short-term resistance.0.126–0.132 band: First strong resistance area after a potential breakout.In the short term, the price is trying to hold above support. As long as the 0.102 region is preserved, upward attempts may continue, but these attempts will remain limited unless the upper trend is broken.In the downside scenario, if the triangle support is lost, the structure breaks down and the 0.094–0.098 band quickly comes into play.In summary, HBAR is in the final stage of compression. The 0.102 support – 0.120 resistance range is the main area that will determine the breakout direction. It would not be correct to be hasty about direction before a breakout occurs. Descending Triangle Formation These analyses, which do not provide investment advice, focus on support and resistance levels that are thought to create short- and medium-term trading opportunities depending on market conditions. However, the responsibility for trading and risk management belongs entirely to the user. In addition, it is strongly recommended to use stop loss for the positions shared.
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.Ripple stablecoin opens to Binance usersUnder 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, RLUSD has catered to a more limited user base, but with the Binance listing, it will gain significant global visibility and liquidity. 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.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.
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.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.NEAR Rises After S-1 Filing with SECOn the price side, NEAR 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. 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.
