Bitcoin’s Path to $100K: Weekly Crypto Recap for Week 2, January 2026
: Weekly Crypto Recap for Week 2, January 2026
Digital assets saw big ups and downs this week. Political issues in the US added to the mix, making markets jumpy. Bitcoin is trying hard to get back strong, but gold and stocks are doing better right now. On-chain data shows a clear split between big players (whales) and small traders. This could mean a big move is coming. Let’s dive into the key metrics pointing to Bitcoin’s next push toward $100K.
Political Noise Shakes Markets
Talks of protests and probes into the Federal Reserve Chair are stirring things up. Everyone watches for rate cuts, but politics is driving wild price swings. These moves often ignore real blockchain growth or user adoption. Stay focused on fundamentals amid the chaos.
Bitcoin’s Steady Climb Amid Altcoin Fireworks
Bitcoin gained 10.7% since mid-December. It bounced from $89,600 to $97,800. But altcoins stole the show:
- Ethereum: +16.3%
- Solana: +17.7%
- Monero: +53% to new all-time high
Money seems to flow into riskier coins, even with economic worries. This rotation hints at building risk appetite.
Social Media Goes Quiet on Crypto
Seen fewer crypto posts on X? Blame possible algo tweaks. Bitcoin’s social buzz dropped, even as prices rose. This cuts visibility and cools retail hype. But market health looks solid under the surface.
Sentiment Turns Bullish
Sentiment beats raw social volume. Bullish posts now outnumber bearish ones, above average. Holiday gloom flipped with New Year gains. Ethereum fans are extra upbeat, matching Christmas Eve highs.
Crypto Lags Behind Gold and Stocks
S&P 500 and gold hit new peaks daily. Gold jumped 37% in six months; Bitcoin fell 20%. Politics pushes folks to safe assets like gold. Bitcoin’s lag means catch-up potential if it follows stocks up.
Key Insight: Mean reversion could spark a Bitcoin rally as fear fades.
The $282M Hack That Pumped Monero
A thief grabbed $282 million in Bitcoin and Litecoin, then swapped to Monero. This buying spree sent Monero to all-time highs. But crime-fueled pumps fade fast. It reminds us: not all price action is from real growth.
Traders Bet on Higher Prices
Words like “higher” and “above” dominate chats on Telegram and Reddit since mid-December. Most expect recovery. Good vibe, but watch for over-optimism leading to pullbacks.
: The Bullish Divergence
Biggest green flag? Whales (10-10K BTC wallets) buy while retail sells. Prices follow whales historically. Coins shift from weak to strong hands, setting up for gains.
Data shows: Whales added 34,000+ BTC since Jan 10. Retail cut holdings by 0.34% in five days. Huge wealth transfer to holders.
Bitcoin ETFs Hit Record Volume
ETFs traded $19.6B in one day – highest ever. Spikes link to inflows, but Brian warns: frenzy days can top locally. Steady flows beat one-off booms for long runs.
MVRV Ratio: Neutral Zone
30-day MVRV at +5%, 365-day at -5%. Market is balanced – not too hot or cold. Prime for swings. Buy best when both go deep red.
Massive Bitcoin Supply Shock
19,700 BTC left exchanges in four hours – second biggest in six months. Exchange supply now 1.18M BTC. Less supply + ETF demand = scarcity boost for prices.
Bullish Outlook Ahead
Noise from politics and tired retail hides strong signals.
Track these trends with on-chain tools. Join communities for real-time insights. The path to $100K looks clearer than ever.
Top Takeaways This Week
- Whale accumulation outpaces retail selling.
- Supply shock tightens Bitcoin availability.
- Altcoins lead gains; BTC has room to run.
- Sentiment flips positive despite social silence.
