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Summary of the last 12 hours in crypto world

This report synthesizes key information from cryptocurrency-related messages, highlighting significant news, emerging opportunities, and market observations. The cryptocurrency landscape remains dynamic, with major players like Binance announcing new listings and institutional investors like Strategy and BitMine continuing to accumulate significant amounts of Bitcoin and Ethereum, respectively. Simultaneously, cybersecurity firms like CertiK are planning IPOs, indicating a growing maturity and mainstream adoption trajectory for the sector.

The "Degen Alpha" section focuses on new tokens and airdrops. Zama has successfully raised $44 million in a public sale, positioning itself to enable confidential smart contracts with Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE). Catcoin is also preparing for an Ethereum launch, aiming to revive its community from its previous success on BSC. Several other new projects, including Eva, Splatworld, Djinn, Seqr Protocol, Sentientx, and USYC, have been introduced across various blockchains and sectors like AI and yield generation.

Market trends and project developments are also prominent. There's a discussion around the challenges posed by bots in the market and the evolving strategies of exchanges to incentivize liquidity. Notable news includes the SwapNet router exploit resulting in $17 million in user losses, and the winding down of Levana Protocol. On the regulatory front, Japan is reportedly set to approve its first crypto ETFs in 2028, while the UK faces challenges with banks blocking or delaying payments to crypto platforms. The market sentiment is currently leaning towards "Extreme Fear," with a sentiment value of 20/100.

## News and Developments

### CertiK Plans IPO at $2B Valuation Binance-backed onchain analytics firm CertiK is reportedly planning an initial public offering with a target valuation of $2 billion. The firm previously raised $88 million in a Series B3 round at a $2 billion valuation in 2022. * **Source:** [theblock.co/post/386882/certik-ipo-2-billion-valuation-first-public-web3-cybersecurity-listing](https://theblock.co/post/386882/certik-ipo-2-billion-valuation-first-public-web3-cybersecurity-listing)

### Zama Raises $44 Million in Public Sale Zama, an infrastructure protocol enabling confidential smart contracts and private computation using Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE), successfully raised $44 million in a public sale. The auction saw significant investor participation, with a Total Value Locked (TVL) of $118.5 million committed and $44 million paid by winning bids. The Token Generation Event (TGE) is expected on February 2, with a listing on MEXC scheduled for the same day. * **Official Website:** [www.zama.ai](https://www.zama.ai/) * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/zama/status/2015757062236520495](https://x.com/zama/status/2015757062236520495)

### Binance Futures to List TSLAUSDT Perpetual Contract Binance Futures will list the TSLAUSDT Perpetual Contract on January 28, 2026, at 14:30 UTC. The contract will offer a maximum leverage of 5x. * **Announcement:** [www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/40c76b4deaa247f09774e5d1ee747cb8](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/40c76b4deaa247f09774e5d1ee747cb8)

### Strategy Acquires Significant Bitcoin Holdings Strategy has acquired 2,932 BTC for approximately $264.1 million, increasing its total holdings to 712,647 BTC, acquired for about $54.19 billion. * **Source:** [x.com/saylor/status/2015772525347635641](https://x.com/saylor/status/2015772525347635641)

### BitMine Increases Ethereum Holdings BitMine acquired 40,302 ETH, worth around $116.6 million, in the past week. The company now holds over 4.24 million ETH, valued at approximately $12.3 billion. Their total crypto and cash holdings amount to $12.8 billion. * **Source:** [coindesk.com/business/2026/01/26/bitmine-the-largest-ethereum-treasury-makes-biggest-ether-purchase-of-2026](https://coindesk.com/business/2026/01/26/bitmine-the-largest-ethereum-treasury-makes-biggest-ether-purchase-of-2026) * **Press Release:** [www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bitmine-immersion-technologies-bmnr-announces-eth-holdings-reach-4-243-million-tokens-and-total-crypto-and-total-cash-holdings-of-12-8-billion-302669744.html](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bitmine-immersion-technologies-bmnr-announces-eth-holdings-reach-4-243-million-tokens-and-total-crypto-and-total-cash-holdings-of-12-8-billion-302669744.html)

### SwapNet Router Exploited, $17 Million Lost The SwapNet router was reportedly exploited, leading to user losses of approximately $17 million. * **Source:** [x.com/matchametaxyz/status/2015542139791569260](https://x.com/matchametaxyz/status/2015542139791569260) * **Source:** [www.theblock.co/post/386986/matcha-meta-swapnet-incident](https://www.theblock.co/post/386986/matcha-meta-swapnet-incident)

### Aperture Finance Exploited for $4 Million Aperture Finance experienced an exploit resulting in a loss of $4 million. * **Source:** [x.com/ApertureFinance/status/2015565097884864850](https://x.com/ApertureFinance/status/2015565097884864850)

### Levana Protocol Winding Down Levana Protocol has announced it will be winding down operations. * **Source:** [x.com/Levana_protocol/status/2015513111068049874](https://x.com/Levana_protocol/status/2015513111068049874)

### IntoTheSpace Announces Refund Process and Platform Rollout IntoTheSpace has announced a refund process and platform rollout. * **Source:** [x.com/intodotspace/status/2015161304281956685](https://x.com/intodotspace/status/2015161304281956685)

### Kraken Launches 'DeFi Earn' in US, EU, and Canada Kraken has introduced 'DeFi Earn' in the US, EU, and Canada, utilizing yield-bearing Veda vaults. * **Source:** [www.theblock.co/post/386908/kraken-defi-earn-us-eu-canada-yield-bearing-veda-vaults](https://www.theblock.co/post/386908/kraken-defi-earn-us-eu-canada-yield-bearing-veda-vaults) * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/krakenfx/status/2015809818661970210](https://x.com/krakenfx/status/2015809818661970210)

### Chaos Labs Introduces Chaos Vaults Chaos Labs has launched Chaos Vaults, an AI-powered platform designed for on-chain yield generation for exchanges and institutions, now integrated with Kraken DeFi Earn. * **Source:** [chaoslabs.xyz/posts/introducing-chaos-vaults](https://chaoslabs.xyz/posts/introducing-chaos-vaults) * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/chaoslabs/status/2015812383164244472](https://x.com/chaoslabs/status/2015812383164244472)

### Zerohash in Talks for $250 Million Funding Zerohash is reportedly in discussions to raise $250 million at a $1.5 billion valuation, following the termination of a potential Mastercard takeover. * **Source:** [www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/26/zerohash-is-in-talks-to-raise-usd250-million-at-usd1-5-billion-valuation-after-walking-away-from-mastercard-takeover](https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/01/26/zerohash-is-in-talks-to-raise-usd250-million-at-usd1-5-billion-valuation-after-walking-away-from-mastercard-takeover)

### Hyperliquid Surpasses Binance in BTC Perp Depth Hyperliquid's Open Interest (OI) has reached $790 million, surpassing Binance in BTC perpetual futures depth. * **Source:** [x.com/chameleon_jeff/status/2015820241524379991](https://x.com/chameleon_jeff/status/2015820241524379991) * **Source:** [x.com/HyperliquidX/status/2015812710483845519](https://x.com/HyperliquidX/status/2015812710483845519)

### UK Banks Block/Delay Crypto Payments A survey indicates that UK banks block or delay approximately 40% of payments directed to crypto platforms. * **Source:** [www.theblock.co/post/387022/uk-banks-block-delay-payments-to-crypto-platforms-exchange-survey-finds](https://www.theblock.co/post/387022/uk-banks-block-delay-payments-to-crypto-platforms-exchange-survey-finds)

### Gabriel Shapir0: Crypto Being Co-opted by Fintech Gabriel Shapir0 has expressed concerns that centralized fintech entities are gaining undue control over crypto and DeFi, potentially undermining decentralization. He advocates for direct on-chain securities issuance as a solution. * **Source:** [x.com/lex_node/status/2015469163792204226](https://x.com/lex_node/status/2015469163792204226)

### Everything Exchange Raises $6.9M in Seed Funding Everything, a Hong Kong-based startup building a unified trading platform, has raised $6.9 million in seed funding. * **Source:** [x.com/trdEverything/status/2015717013755167195](https://x.com/trdEverything/status/2015717013755167195)

### Tether Gold Dominates Gold-Backed Stablecoin Market Tether Gold (XAU) now holds a significant share of the gold-backed stablecoin market, which has grown to over $4 billion. Tether announced purchasing 27 tons of gold in Q4 2025. * **Source:** [tether.io/news/tether-gold-accounts-for-more-than-half-the-entire-gold-backed-stablecoin-market-as-xaut-surpasses-4-billion-in-value/](https://tether.io/news/tether-gold-accounts-for-more-than-half-the-entire-gold-backed-stablecoin-market-as-xaut-surpasses-4-billion-in-value/) * **Source:** [reuters.com/technology/tether-says-it-bought-27-tons-gold-fourth-quarter-2026-01-26](https://reuters.com/technology/tether-says-it-bought-27-tons-gold-fourth-quarter-2026-01-26)

### Coinbase CEO on Crypto Adoption Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, believes that even crypto skeptics will eventually use the technology daily without realizing it. * **Source:** [x.com/brian_armstrong/status/2015833570099552456](https://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/2015833570099552456)

### First AVAX ETF Tradable on Nasdaq The first-ever AVAX ETF is now available for trading on Nasdaq. * **Source:** [x.com/avax/status/2015772051324223880](https://x.com/avax/status/2015772051324223880)

### Microsoft Unveils Maia 200 AI Chip Microsoft has introduced its latest AI chip, the Maia 200, which is beginning to be deployed in its data centers.

### Claude Integrates Work Tools for Direct Interaction Claude now allows users to open and interact with work tools, such as Slack and Figma, directly within the platform, eliminating the need to switch tabs. * **Source:** [claude.com/blog/interactive-tools-in-claude](https://claude.com/blog/interactive-tools-in-claude)

### US Investigates John Daghita An investigation has been launched into John Daghita, who is alleged to have stolen over $40 million from the US government. He is reportedly the son of a contractor hired to manage the government's seized crypto stockpile. * **Source:** [www.coindesk.com/policy/security/us-opens-investigation-into-alleged-crypto-scammer-john-daghita/](https://www.coindesk.com/policy/security/us-opens-investigation-into-alleged-crypto-scammer-john-daghita/)

### Palladium and Platinum Reach Significant Gains Palladium and platinum are on track for their largest monthly gains since 2008 and 1974, respectively, amidst broader commodity price surges.

### Trump Imposes Tariffs on South Korea Donald Trump announced an increase in tariffs on South Korean autos, lumber, pharma, and other goods from 15% to 25%.

### TradingView: BTCUSDT Analysis A trading idea suggests that BTCUSDT is defending the 88,500 support level and targeting a retest of 90,600. * **Tradingview Link:** [www.tradingview.com/chart/BTCUSDT/hLm6snZE-BTCUSDT-Buyers-Defend-88-500-Support-Targeting-90-600-Retest/](https://www.tradingview.com/chart/BTCUSDT/hLm6snZE-BTCUSDT-Buyers-Defend-88-500-Support-Targeting-90-600-Retest/)

## Degen Alpha

### New Projects and Tokens Mentioned:

* **Eva** * **Blockchain:** Solana * **Sector:** AI * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/Eva_Everywhere](https://x.com/Eva_Everywhere)

* **Splatworld** * **Blockchain:** Solana * **Sector:** AI * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/splatworldvr](https://x.com/splatworldvr) * **Website:** [splatworld.io](http://splatworld.io/)

* **Djinn** * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/Djinnmarket](https://x.com/Djinnmarket)

* **Seqr Protocol** * **Blockchain:** Base * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/seqrbase](https://x.com/seqrbase)

* **Sentientx** * **Sectors:** AI, Robotics * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/Sentientx_io](https://x.com/Sentientx_io) * **Website:** [sentientx.ai](http://sentientx.ai/)

* **USYC** * **Blockchain:** Arc * **Sector:** Yield Generation * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/USYCProtocol](https://x.com/USYCProtocol) * **Website:** [usyc-protocols.tech](http://usyc-protocols.tech/)

* **Catcoin (CAT)** * **Launch:** Ethereum, January 28th, 8 PM UTC. * **Description:** Reviving the OG 2021 BSC Catcoin team, the first cat-themed meme coin. * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/officialcatcoin](https://x.com/officialcatcoin) * **Website:** [catcoin.io](https://catcoin.io/) * **Note:** Advised to wait for lock, renounce, tax adjustments, and sniper exit.

* **PrivacyDex (PRIVACY)** * **Description:** A privacy-native DEX execution layer offering a full suite of privacy tools. * **Market Cap:** Approximately $800k. * **Potential:** Long-term potential is being monitored, with a positive chart outlook and continuous team delivery. * **X/Twitter:** [x.com/PrivacyDex_Ecosystem](https://x.com/PrivacyDex_Ecosystem) * **Website:** [privacydex.org](https://privacydex.org/)

### Upcoming Token Launches (Next 2 Weeks) A list of 7 upcoming Token Generation Events (TGEs) includes projects with significant funding: Moonbirds ($BIRB), Infinex ($INX), Zama ($ZAMA), Echelon ($ELON), Rainbow ($RNBW), Tea ($TEA), and MegaETH ($MEGA). * **Moonbirds:** [moonbirds.com](https://moonbirds.com/) * **Infinex:** [infinex.xyz](https://infinex.xyz/) * **Zama:** [www.zama.org](https://www.zama.org/) * **Echelon:** [echelon.market](https://echelon.market/) * **Rainbow:** [rainbow.me](https://rainbow.me/) * **Tea:** [tea.xyz](https://tea.xyz/) * **MegaETH:** [www.megaeth.com](https://www.megaeth.com/) * **Note:** Users are advised to conduct their own research (DYOR) on tokenomics, vesting, and circulating supply.

### Airdrop Mention There is a mention of a potential WLFI airdrop coming soon, with a requirement to have USD1 on Binance accounts.

## Patterns and Insights

### Market Dynamics and Bots A recurring theme is the difficulty of navigating a market filled with bots. The use of negative fee incentives for market makers is discussed as a strategy to generate high trading volumes, though it's noted that this doesn't necessarily equate to fake volumes but can attract "mercenary capital" with limited longevity. The discussion touches upon the potential for exchanges to operate "b-books" or parallel hedge funds, raising concerns about user protection.

### Meme Coin Narratives and Elon Musk Engagement A significant narrative revolves around a meme involving Elon Musk, with a concerted effort described to "flood the timeline" with this image. The belief is that widespread exposure will force Musk to either engage with the meme or attempt to suppress it, both of which are seen as bullish outcomes. This strategy involves a large team ("500 full time raiders") working to achieve maximum visibility and engagement. The potential for this meme to reach mainstream attention and significant financial value is highlighted.

### Institutional Accumulation and ETF Flows * **Bitcoin ETFs:** Recorded net outflows of -966 BTC (-$84.66M) on January 26 and -17,911 BTC (-$1.57B) over the past week. * **Ethereum ETFs:** Recorded net outflows of -7,601 ETH (-$21.92M) on January 26 and -206,122 ETH (-$594.46M) over the past week. * **Solana ETFs:** Showed positive net flows with +17,472 SOL (+$2.15M) on January 26 and +63,847 SOL (+$7.85M) over the past week. * **Source:** [x.com/lookonchain/status/2014725026415837425](https://x.com/lookonchain/status/2014725026415837425)

### RSI Analysis * **Market RSI:** Currently at 45.01. * **Highest RSI:** Kinesis Silver ($KAG) at 80.98, River ($RIVER) at 70.58, Tether Gold ($XAUT) at 69.07, JUST ($JST) at 67.19, PAX Gold ($PAXG) at 65.73. * **Lowest RSI:** syrupUSDT ($SYRUPUSDT) and HTX ($HTX) at 0.00. * **Oversold Alert (4h):** FIGR_HELOC (RSI: 21.65).

### On-Chain Activity Insights * A #BitcoinOG (address ending in `...d2bc2d3d2df5fa441b5bae0ab9d8b07283ae`) is noted for aggressive ETH accumulation, though also for closing positions with significant losses and withdrawing funds to Binance. This address also engaged in extensive long positions on Hyperliquid, incurring substantial losses and funding fees before shifting to Aave for ETH-longing. * **Hyperliquid Trader Data:** [legacy.hyperdash.com/trader/0xb317d2bc2d3d2df5fa441b5bae0ab9d8b07283ae](https://legacy.hyperdash.com/trader/0xb317d2bc2d3d2df5fa441b5bae0ab9d8b07283ae) * **Arkham Explorer:** [intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xb317D2BC2D3d2Df5Fa441B5bAE0AB9d8b07283ae](https://intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xb317D2BC2D3d2Df5Fa441B5bAE0AB9d8b07283ae) * **Arkham Explorer (Aave Loop):** [intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xcA08371f6e9204Dd6927dcc2dB5504EA062b2998](https://intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xcA08371f6e9204Dd6927dcc2dB5504EA062b2998) * An Ethereum OG whale (address ending in `...b5Ab08D153218C1A6a5318B14eeb92DF0Fb168D6`) deposited all their 135,284 ETH ($393.4M) into Gemini after being dormant for 9 years. * **Arkham Explorer:** [intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xb5Ab08D153218C1A6a5318B14eeb92DF0Fb168D6](https://intel.arkm.com/explorer/address/0xb5Ab08D153218C1A6a5318B14eeb92DF0Fb168D6)

### Commodity Market Strength There is a significant discussion around the strong performance of commodities like gold, silver, palladium, and platinum. Gold is on track for its biggest monthly gain since 1999, and silver for its largest on record. Copper has hit a record high, and other metals and natural gas have also seen substantial price increases, suggesting a broader market trend towards hard assets amid global tensions.

### Sentiment Analysis The overall crypto sentiment is recorded as "Extreme Fear" with a value of 20/100.

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### Disclaimer This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Always conduct your own research (DYOR) before making any investment decisions.