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Bitcoin ETF outflows, Tether supply shock, and options expiry drive cautious 2026 start |
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January 2, 2026 |
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Today’s Setup
2026 crypto market opens with ETF outflows, options expiry, and institutional moves
ETF outflows: Bitcoin spot ETFs saw $348 million in outflows on the final trading day of 2025 amid cautious investor sentiment. BTC options expiry: More than $2.2 billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum options expired on January 2, focusing trader attention on potential volatility. Tether's Bitcoin movements: Tether's recent Bitcoin transactions—an $800 million acquisition contrasted by a $779 million withdrawal—intensify Bitcoin supply dynamics.
Watch: Monitor Bitcoin price action for a potential major swing amid post-expiry market positioning and evolving ETF flows.
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Tether adds nearly $800M in bitcoin, holdings surpass 96,000 BTC
Tether increased its Bitcoin holdings by nearly $800 million, boosting total disclosed BTC to over 96,000 coins, ranking as the fifth-largest Bitcoin wallet. This accumulation is coupled with a recent $779 million Bitcoin withdrawal by Tether, intensifying supply constraints and market volatility.
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Over $2.2 Billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire as 2026 Begins
More than $2.2 billion worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options settled on January 2, with Bitcoin representing $1.87 billion and Ethereum $395.7 million, signaling a focal point for traders anticipating post-expiry volatility.
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Bitcoin ETFs saw $348M outflows on 2025’s final trading day amid market caution
Bitcoin spot ETFs recorded $348 million in net outflows on December 31, 2025, alongside $72 million outflows from Ethereum ETFs, while Solana and XRP ETFs posted modest gains amid cautious market positioning.
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Bitcoin price shows mixed signals entering 2026 with potential for major swing
Bitcoin's price action at the start of 2026 is conflicted, with technical indicators like RSI demanding a breakout and options activity raising concerns about capped upside, reflecting shifting sentiment post-2025.
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BitMine accelerates Ethereum staking accumulation topping $1.3B
BitMine has rapidly increased its Ethereum staking holdings, surpassing $1.3 billion, signaling rising institutional confidence in Ethereum's staking ecosystem.
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