0xbtFeed TIMEZONE: London, UK (GMT+1)
Blockonomi
Cryptocurrency News & Your Guide to the Blockchain Economy
01/17/2026 01:51 PM Bitcoin ETFs Lose Accumulation Momentum Despite Short-Term Inflow Spikes
TLDR: Bitcoin ETF holdings have moved sideways since early 2025, signaling stagnation rather than renewed institutional accumulation. Recent ETF inflows are tactical and short-lived, failing to provide the persistent marginal demand needed to absorb supply. Weak ETF demand risks clogging OTC desks, increasing the probability of Bitcoin supply hitting open markets. Crypto ETFs remain under [...]
The post Bitcoin ETFs Lose Accumulation Momentum Despite Short-Term Inflow Spikes appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 01:50 PM Best Cryptocurrency to Invest in Today as Ethereum (ETH) Eyes $3,500, Analysts Weigh In
Crypto markets are entering the final stretch of Q1 2026 with renewed interest from both retail and institutional traders. Bitcoin continues to influence macro sentiment, but the rotation narrative is shifting toward Ethereum and lower cost altcoins that may offer stronger upside. Analysts say that investors are beginning to ask not only where the market [...]
The post Best Cryptocurrency to Invest in Today as Ethereum (ETH) Eyes $3,500, Analysts Weigh In appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 12:02 PM Solana Price Prediction: CZ’s YZi Labs Backs Genius Terminal but DeepSnitch AI Presale Offers 100x Gains with Limited Time Remaining
Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs announced a multi-8-figure investment backing Genius Terminal to revolutionize blockchain data and analytics infrastructure. When CZ puts eight figures behind blockchain infrastructure, it confirms that institutional capital is flooding back into crypto at levels we have not seen since the peak of the last bull cycle. The entire market is heating [...]
The post Solana Price Prediction: CZ’s YZi Labs Backs Genius Terminal but DeepSnitch AI Presale Offers 100x Gains with Limited Time Remaining appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 10:02 AM Best AI Crypto: While Coinbase Battles US Regulators, $DSNT Outperforms ICP and LINK with 130% Surge
Coinbase stepping back from a key US crypto bill shows just how tense the regulatory backdrop has become. While Coinbase battles regulators, capital is moving toward the best AI crypto opportunities of 2026. For many, that search ends with DeepSnitch AI. The project is reshaping how over 100 million traders analyze and protect their investments, [...]
The post Best AI Crypto: While Coinbase Battles US Regulators, $DSNT Outperforms ICP and LINK with 130% Surge appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 09:01 AM Ethereum Staking Contract Surpasses $256 Billion as 46% of Supply Remains Locked
TLDR: Ethereum’s staking contract grew 38.4% to hold 77.85 million ETH valued at approximately $256 billion. Protocol rate limits prevent rapid ETH withdrawals, protecting exchanges from sudden supply shocks and floods. Nearly half of Ethereum’s total supply is locked, signaling strong validator confidence in long-term prospects. Concentrated staking raises liquidity concerns if mass validator exits [...]
The post Ethereum Staking Contract Surpasses $256 Billion as 46% of Supply Remains Locked appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 08:27 AM Venezuelan National Charged in $1 Billion Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Scheme
TLDR: Jorge Figueira allegedly laundered approximately one billion dollars using cryptocurrency and shell companies. The FBI traced funds through multiple crypto wallets to individuals and businesses in high-risk jurisdictions. Figueira converted cash to cryptocurrency then back to dollars through liquidity providers to conceal origins. If convicted of conspiracy to launder money, Figueira faces a maximum [...]
The post Venezuelan National Charged in $1 Billion Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Scheme appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 08:00 AM Why Institutional Investors Choose Gold Over Bitcoin in Current Market
TLDR: Gold achieved its strongest annual performance since 1979 with 61.4% gains reaching record $4,600 levels. JP Morgan and Bank of America forecast gold prices hitting $5,000 in 2026 with 79% Polymarket probability. Tokenized gold products Pax Gold and Tether Gold control nearly 80% of digital commodities market share. Current institutional preference for gold represents [...]
The post Why Institutional Investors Choose Gold Over Bitcoin in Current Market appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 07:35 AM CZ Predicts 2026 Could Be Most Divisive Year in Crypto History
TLDR: CZ identifies 2026 as an uncertain year with traditional four-year bear cycles clashing against pro-crypto policies. Institutional adoption surged in 2025 with ETF approvals, while retail participation lags despite Bitcoin at $90,000. The Trump administration’s focus on stock market performance could drive rate cuts, benefiting cryptocurrency markets. The Binance ecosystem extends beyond the exchange [...]
The post CZ Predicts 2026 Could Be Most Divisive Year in Crypto History appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 07:08 AM Audi F1 Team Signs Nexo as First Official Digital Asset Partner for 2026 Debut
TLDR: Nexo becomes Audi Revolut F1 Team’s inaugural official digital asset partner through a multi-year agreement. Partnership launches ahead of Audi’s Formula 1 debut in the 2026 season with global activation strategies planned. Collaboration focuses on premium fan experiences, exclusive access, and digital-first engagement initiatives. Both brands share innovation-driven values with an emphasis on disciplined [...]
The post Audi F1 Team Signs Nexo as First Official Digital Asset Partner for 2026 Debut appeared first on Blockonomi.
01/17/2026 06:12 AM BTC Bulls Maintain Momentum as $94K Holds: What’s Next for Bitcoin?
TLDR: $94K support is a key turning point, indicating strong buyer presence at this level. BTC’s price action suggests consolidation before a breakout toward $106K and beyond. Failure to hold $94K could lead to a deeper pullback, with $80K as a key risk zone. High liquidity clusters above $97.5K suggest potential for sharp upward movement. [...]
The post BTC Bulls Maintain Momentum as $94K Holds: What’s Next for Bitcoin? appeared first on Blockonomi.
2019 ©