PwC Accelerates Crypto Push as Bitcoin Surges Past $92K: Saylor’s Tracker Update and Key Market Shifts

The crypto market is on fire right now. Bitcoin (BTC) has climbed 1.39% to hit $92,590.24, while Ethereum (ETH) is up 0.92% at $3,164.40. This strong momentum signals big changes ahead, especially with major players like PwC jumping deeper into the space. In this roundup, we dive into PwC is intensifying its efforts in the cryptocurrency sector, Michael Saylor’s latest Bitcoin moves, and other game-changing news.

PwC Steps Up Big in Crypto Under Trump Era Boost

One of the Big Four accounting giants, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), is making a bold move into crypto. After years of playing it safe, the firm is ramping up investments. Paul Griggs, head of PwC US, shared in a recent interview that this shift started last year. It comes thanks to crypto-friendly US regulators and new laws from Congress on things like stablecoins.

Griggs highlighted the “Genius Act” and stablecoin rules as key to building trust in digital assets. He said asset tokenization will keep growing, and PwC wants in on it. This shows how Trump administration policies are pulling blue-chip firms into crypto, opening doors long shut.

“The ‘Genius Act’ and stablecoin details will boost confidence in this asset class. Tokenization is evolving, and PwC must join the ecosystem.” – Paul Griggs

This is huge for mainstream adoption. When firms like PwC get involved, it brings audits, compliance, and trust to crypto projects.

Metaplanet Gains Edge from Weak Yen in Bitcoin Race

Japan’s Metaplanet is killing it as a Bitcoin holder. Analyst Adam Livingston notes the falling yen gives it a big advantage over US rivals. Japan’s debt-to-GDP ratio is 250%, pushing yen down. Metaplanet borrows cheap at 4.9% interest in yen, which loses value over time. This drops their real Bitcoin cost.

They now hold 35,102 BTC, ranking fourth globally. Last week, they bought 4,279 more BTC for $451 million. Smart play in a weak currency world.

Michael Saylor Drops Fresh Bitcoin Tracker – More Buys Coming?

Michael Saylor, founder of Strategy (MSTR.US), is back with his Bitcoin Tracker on X. Fans watch closely for buy signals. Next week could reveal new purchases. Saylor’s updates often spark market moves, as MicroStrategy stacks BTC aggressively.

This ties into the bull run, with BTC testing $93K. Keep eyes on MSTR for corporate treasury trends.

US Lawmakers Target Insider Trading in Prediction Markets

Prediction markets like Polymarket hit $44 billion in volume last year. But concerns grow over insider trading. Rep. Ritchie Torres wants the Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act of 2026. It would ban federal officials from trading on non-public info.

The push follows a bet on Maduro’s ousting that turned $32,500 into $400K+ before a US raid. Regs could clean up this hot sector while keeping innovation alive.

Solana’s Alpenglow Upgrade Promises Lightning-Fast Confirmations

Solana is gearing up for a massive upgrade: Alpenglow. Set for early to mid-2026, it swaps Tower BFT and Proof of History for sub-second finality – 100-150 milliseconds, 100x faster than 12.8 seconds now.

Key parts:

• Votor: Lightweight voting for 1-2 round finality.
• Rotor: Stake-weighted paths cut latency to 18ms.

This could make Solana the go-to for high-speed apps like DeFi and gaming.

Global Crypto Adoption: Iran, Turkmenistan Make Waves

Iran Opens Arms Sales to Crypto Payments

Iran’s defense arm, Mindex, now takes crypto for weapons like Emad missiles and Shahed drones. Options include digital currencies, barter, or rials. This dodges Western sanctions, showing crypto’s role in geopolitics.

Turkmenistan Legalizes Mining and Trading

Turkmenistan’s new law greenlights crypto mining and exchanges. Foreigners can mine after registering, pools are okay, and exchanges need KYC, AML, and cold storage. A step for Central Asia’s crypto growth.

Institutional Stacks Grow: Quantum Solutions Hits 5,418 ETH

Japan-listed Quantum Solutions, backed by Cathie Wood, added 187.53 ETH at $3,943 average. Total: 5,418 ETH ($20.58M cost), 15th among public holders. They also own 11.6 BTC. Ethereum treasuries are rising.

Plus, Q4 2024 saw Ethereum stablecoin volume top $8 trillion – a record. This fuels Layer 1 strength.

Other Quick Hits

• MARA sent 288 BTC ($26.3M) to Wintermute – likely liquidity move.
• Big unlocks ahead: HYPE ($313M, Jan 6), ENA ($42M, Jan 5), APT ($21.6M, Jan 11), more for LINEA and MOVE. Watch for sell pressure.
• WLFI (Trump-linked) passed a vote to use treasury for USD1 push – 77.75% yes.

What’s Next for Crypto?

With PwC diving in, Saylor stacking, tech upgrades like Alpenglow, and global regs shifting, 2026 looks bright. Bitcoin’s push to $100K feels close. But watch unlocks and geopolitics. Stay tuned – this bull run has legs.

Prices as of January 5 report. Market data can change fast.