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Crypto Market Live Updates 2nd JAN: Bitcoin, ETH, XRP Prices & Breaking News

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Qadir AK

January 2, 2026 06:39:51 UTC

Bitcoin Stuck in Tight Range, Upside Still Favored

Bitcoin remains locked in a tight range, making the next move hard to call in the short term. At this stage, it feels like a coin flip. Still, price behavior suggests a slightly higher chance of a move to the upside. A bearish outcome is possible, but the consolidation has dragged on for too long to cleanly fit a broader downside setup. This extended pause often points to strength building rather than a major breakdown.

January 2, 2026 06:14:27 UTC

Bitcoin Dominance Weakens as Ethereum Takes the Lead

Bitcoin dominance continues to mirror its 2019 pattern. The chart shows no clear break above the 21-week moving average so far. Even if dominance briefly moves above this level, history suggests it may not last, as a similar move in 2019 quickly faded. The broader trend remains downward, signaling a shift in market focus. This decline in Bitcoin dominance points to Ethereum gaining strength and leading the market as capital rotates into ETH and select altcoins.

January 2, 2026 06:05:45 UTC

Bitcoin News Today: BTC Defies Expectations, Sets Stage for 2026 Upside

Bitcoin’s 2025 rally did not play out as many expected. Despite strong institutional adoption, there was no blow-off top. BTC is now holding near the $85K level, where buying activity appears to be supporting the price. This suggests quiet accumulation rather than panic selling. Based on current price action and market structure, signs point toward a potentially bullish 2026. Still, investors should stay cautious, as markets carry risks ranging from sudden shocks to liquidity issues and model failures.

January 2, 2026 05:59:50 UTC

PEPE Eyes Meme Coin Crown as Bull Run Continues

With the bull market still alive, PEPE is emerging as a top contender among meme coins. Comparisons with SHIB show strong potential. Last cycle, SHIB jumped from a $3.5 billion market cap to $41 billion in under a month. Today, social buzz strongly favors PEPE, with exchanges actively using it to boost engagement. If SHIB reached $41 billion and DOGE hit $88 billion, analysts believe PEPE could aim even higher, with $69 billion now in focus.

January 2, 2026 05:49:30 UTC

Bitcoin Whales Load Up as Big Rally Brews

New data shows Bitcoin whales quietly accumulated a large amount of BTC throughout 2025. Despite heavy buying, prices stayed mostly flat, suggesting these large holders were still building their positions. The reason is simple: they are preparing for the next major move. Market watchers believe this steady accumulation could set the stage for a powerful rally ahead. If history is any guide, the upcoming Bitcoin surge could be larger than anything seen in past cycles.

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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