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Ripple has completed its monthly XRP release for January, returning 700 million tokens to escrow, leaving 34 billion XRP in reserve. A misleading memo falsely claimed Ripple dumped $8 billion on investors, causing confusion in the community.

Bitcoin faces key resistance at $95,000 on its path to potentially reach $100,000. While it's in a recovery phase and showing signs of a reversal, the cryptocurrency is still correcting from prior peaks, with market sentiment reflecting a modest 82% chance of hitting six figures this year.

Charles Gasparino criticizes XRP investors, dubbing them a "cult of bagholders" and questioning their financial understanding. Despite initial gains post-SEC settlement, XRP's value plummeted by 45%, leading to further scrutiny from Gasparino and frustration within the community.

Shiba Inu lead ambassador Shytoshi Kusama has been quiet on social media since early December, sparking speculation. Meanwhile, SHIB developer Kaal Dhairya emphasized a focus on sustainable growth for 2026. Shiba Inu recently experienced a price surge, marking its first green weekly candle of the year.

Shiba Inu's burn rate dropped by 17% after an initial surge at the beginning of 2026, despite a significant supply reduction of 3,200,022 SHIB. The asset rebounded to $0.000008, maintaining a positive market trend with a 3% price increase.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is gaining attention in early 2026 as meme coins drive market surges. On-chain analytics highlight increased discussions about its performance, with a notable rise in price and trading volume, showcasing strong market momentum.

Ripple Labs minted 68 million RLUSD stablecoins recently, signaling increased activity and demand in the market. This strategic move likely prepares for exchange listings and enhances cross-border payment liquidity. The stablecoin's adoption has risen significantly, as seen in its market ranking and partnership with AMINA Bank, boosting its trading volume and reserves. Ripple is actively managing supply to maintain value, utilizing a burn mechanism to prevent market oversaturation.

Crypto analyst Steph is Crypto identifies a potential 71% gain for XRP, highlighting a triangle setup on its weekly chart. Following recent price increases, XRP has shown signs of recovery after 393 days of sideways trading and regained over $2.

Samson Mow ignited debate on Bitcoin's scarcity compared to gold after research revealed a method to produce gold from mercury. While Bitcoin's supply is fixed at 21 million coins, gold's value may diminish as its production becomes flexible, challenging traditional views on scarcity.