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Solana's latest step in introducing hardware with a crypto touch experienced a surprise this week, after the token linked to the latest Seeker smartphone, $SKR, soared more than 200% just a few days after launch, according to CoinGecko data.

This rally occurred after the long-awaited token generation event (TGE) and airdrop related to Solana Mobile's second-generation device, which is an Android phone priced at US$500 designed for on-chain use. Although the initial volatility was anticipated, the scale and speed of the increase caught significant attention across the crypto market.

Polymarket is involved in a scandal related to social media posts about Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos. The prediction market platform claims that Bezos recently recommended young entrepreneurs to work regular jobs before starting their own businesses.

Bezos quickly denied the claims. This exchange has raised concerns about the use of social media prediction markets in spreading unverified news and misleading information.

Polymarket Post Received Response from Bezos

The price of silver skyrocketed to a new all-time high today at US$101. This rally has been ongoing for several months and surged sharply in January 2026. Currently, silver has surpassed gold as the best-performing asset amid the current macroeconomic conditions.

Bitcoin, on the other hand, has not followed the same path — at least for now. This difference raises an important question for the crypto market: what does the silver breakout mean for Bitcoin's next direction?

Why is the Price of Silver Rallying

Ethereum seems to be stabilizing after experiencing a sharp correction. ETH is trading in the range of US$2,950 after falling about 15.6% from the peak level in January before bouncing back from the main support area. Although Ethereum's price movement still appears weak on the surface (down 11% in a week), some signals behind the scenes indicate that conditions are beginning to change.

The bearish momentum reset has been completed, aggressive accumulation from whales, and a sudden recovery in network usage are now beginning to be seen simultaneously. These three signals raise an important question: is Ethereum preparing for a stronger rally, or is this just a short-term bounce?

Welcome to the US Crypto News Morning Briefing—an important summary that encapsulates the most significant developments in the world of crypto assets for today.

Take a cup of coffee and get ready—Binance is quietly taking steps in one corner of Europe that could change the way crypto assets operate across the continent.

Crypto News Today: Binance's Move in Greece is a Late Entry but with Big Ambitions

Fortune reports that Binance has officially applied for a pan-European MiCA license through its new subsidiary in Greece, Binary Greece.

The last weekend of this month is expected to be quite calm as geopolitical tensions begin to ease. With concerns regarding Greenland having decreased, the crypto market may stabilize and gain a clearer direction.

BeInCrypto has analyzed three altcoins that seem to have the potential to deliver positive performance this weekend.

Tezos (XTZ)

XTZ welcomes the weekend with significant momentum as the Tallinn upgrade is about to take place. This update aims to enhance the efficiency, speed, and security of the network. Protocol upgrades usually affect price movements in the short term, making Tezos one of the assets closely monitored by traders for volatility opportunities.

Hedera is still struggling to regain momentum after recent declines, causing HBAR's price movement to remain within a narrow range. HBAR briefly tried to stabilize, but the recovery halted as holder behavior influenced market sentiment.

This uncertainty could still be advantageous for Futures traders, as current positions indicate there will be sharp movements if key levels are breached.

Hedera Traders Have Much to Lose

The derivative data shows that short HBAR traders face significant risks if the price rises. The liquidation map indicates that the largest short cluster is around the US$0.114 level. If the price moves to that level, approximately US$4.5 million in short positions will be liquidated, forcing them to make quick purchases.

This altcoin has recorded a rally of over 415% since the beginning of the year. The question now is, will this rally continue or will it be followed by a correction?

If an investor bought Surge (SURGE) at the best entry point on January 2 with a capital of €10,000, then last Monday its value had grown to around €51,500.

Market Cap Surge (SURGE) US$61 Million

Currently, Surge (SURGE) has a market capitalization of around US$61 million, placing it at rank 587 on the CoinGecko list. With this position, SURGE is still classified as a small-cap altcoin.

According to accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), regulatory clarity is no longer a major obstacle in the development of the cryptocurrency asset ecosystem.

PwC notes that global cryptocurrency regulation is moving towards greater alignment. Identifying 6 key trends for the year 2026.

PwC Discovers Key Global Regulatory Trends

The first main trend relates to stablecoins. PwC highlights that the industry is now beginning to shift from establishing frameworks to enforcing regulations. Regulators are now imposing strict rules regarding reserves, redemption rights, governance, and information transparency.

Rain extends its upward trend and successfully sets a new all-time high in the last two days. This rally is primarily driven by long-term holders, who continue to accumulate, causing the price of RAIN to break through the new all-time high.

Although this breakout shows strong demand, the underlying price structure indicates that this movement could be part of a larger rally.

Whale Rain Moves to Buy

Whale activity plays a crucial role in the recent surge of RAIN. In the last 48 hours, addresses holding 1 million to 100 million RAIN have accumulated a total of 165 million tokens. At the current price, this purchase is worth approximately US$1.66 million, indicating increasing confidence from large holders.

SENT launched on January 22 and immediately caught attention. Since the opening candle after the launch near US$0.010, the price of SENT has risen about 140%, even though the overall market is still shaky. That strength is very important. However, the short-term chart shows something crucial beneath the surface.

This price increase is driven by quick trading, not sustained confidence. For now, SENT looks like a momentum arena, not a neat trend.

15-Minute Chart Shows Surge in Momentum, Not Continuation Movement

Ondo (ONDO) creates a striking paradox. Its token price has dropped more than 80% from its all-time high (ATH), yet the total value locked (TVL) has set a new record.

This difference raises questions about the true potential of this project. At the same time, industry leaders are projecting positive prospects for the tokenization sector in 2026.

Price of Ondo Drops Sharply After Unlocking

Ondo is a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol focused on the tokenization of real-world assets (RWA). This protocol allows users to access traditional financial products, including US Treasury bonds, credit funds, and tokenized stocks on the blockchain.

Monero enters a volatility phase after experiencing a correction from the latest all-time high. The price of XMR dropped sharply, triggering mixed reactions in the market.

Although this asset has stabilized above the US$500 level, the risk of decline remains high. Technical and derivative data show caution signals even though the price of XMR has managed to hold in the short term.

Monero Traders Are Starting to Be Cautious

Derivative data shows that traders' confidence is weakening. Monero's Open Interest fell by nearly 20% over the last 72 hours, from US$272 million to US$217 million. This decline indicates that traders are closing positions rather than increasing exposure, signaling greater uncertainty about price direction in the near future.

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has signaled a major shift in its approach to law enforcement in the crypto world.

Authorities now view digital assets not just as mere "crypto fraud," but as a key tool in modern industrial-scale fraud operations.

DOJ Transforms Crypto Assets into Fraud Infrastructure as AI Turns Scams into Industrial Operations

In the 2025 Year in Review report, the DOJ highlighted three high-profile cases that demonstrate how crypto has already been integrated into traditional crime, among others:

The price of XRP attempted to rebound a few sessions ago, but that movement failed to hold. After rising from January 20 to January 21, XRP stalled near US$1.98 and then dropped again. Now, XRP is parked near US$1.90, back down to a zone where the risk of correction begins to dominate.

The chart shows a clear bearish structure starting to form. Beneath the surface, fund flows, holder behavior, and exchange activity are all heading in the same direction. Although long-term holders continue to buy, profit-taking from other groups keeps pressuring XRP. Now, the question is: is confidence alone enough to prevent a sharper correction?

After briefly soaring above US$3,000 yesterday, Ethereum (ETH) has now dropped again below that level amid broader market volatility. Analysts are currently assessing where the lowest price for Ethereum might be.

By combining technical analysis, on-chain data, and market cycle theory, several scenarios have emerged regarding how the next significant movement of ETH could occur.

Analysts Explain Bottom Scenario for Ethereum

The recent price movement of Ethereum reflects the uncertainty that surrounds the cryptocurrency market in general, as geopolitical tensions heat up and cool down, triggering significant volatility.

Ledger, a French hardware wallet provider, is reportedly planning an initial public offering (IPO) in the United States.

This move will place Ledger among the increasing number of digital asset companies looking to go public in the US, amidst a supportive regulatory environment.

Crypto wallet manufacturer Ledger considers IPO in the US

According to a Financial Times report, Ledger has partnered with investment banks Goldman Sachs, Jefferies, and Barclays to explore the possibility of a stock listing that could value the company at more than US$4 billion.

Changpeng Zhao, founder of the world's largest crypto asset exchange, Binance, predicted that crypto assets will become the default currency for artificial intelligence agents during a panel discussion at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Alongside executives from ING Group, BNY Mellon, and Primavera Capital Group, CZ outlined his vision of how blockchain technology and AI will come together to transform the global financial landscape.

AI Agents Will Transact with Crypto Assets

CZ mentioned artificial intelligence as one of the three new sectors that will truly change the financial world.

The Sandbox (SAND) is a blockchain-based metaverse platform where users can create, own, and monetize digital assets. SAND recorded a price increase of 60% in January, despite the market generally experiencing a correction and fear sentiment resurfacing.

The following article discusses the factors indicating both opportunities and risks for SAND traders in January.

What is Driving the Price of SAND in January?

The Sandbox (SAND) has risen above US$0.17, strengthening more than 60% since the beginning of the year. Its upward momentum is very similar to the recent rally of Axie Infinity (AXS).

Pi Coin (PI) owned by Pi Network recorded a slight increase after the team announced the latest update for App Studio and a survey that offers rewards in the form of Pi credits.

These changes aim to expand access, encourage creativity, and enhance the utility of Pi in applications, even for users without a technical background.

What Are the Latest Updates for Pi App Studio?

In a recent blog, the Pi Core Team announced two major updates. The first update features Pi payment integration through App Studio.