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Crypto Market Volatility Driven by Bitcoin ETF Outflows and Regulatory Uncertainty |
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January 23, 2026 |
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Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs See Major Outflows Amid Regulatory and Market Pressure
ETF Flows: U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs recorded combined net outflows exceeding $1.5 billion over three trading sessions amid volatile markets. Regulatory Shifts: Crypto regulation is becoming a global priority in 2026, with key U.S. agencies coordinating oversight efforts and Senate crypto bill delays raising uncertainty. Security Concerns: South Korean prosecutors investigate the loss of $48 million in seized Bitcoin due to a phishing attack, highlighting custodial vulnerabilities.
Watch: Upcoming joint SEC and CFTC crypto oversight event on January 27 may set the tone for U.S. regulatory landscape.
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Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs See Over $1.58 Billion Outflows Over Three Sessions Amid Volatility
U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs faced $1.58 billion in net outflows over three days, while Ethereum ETF outflows also contributed to over $1 billion combined withdrawal as traders adjusted positions during recent crypto market instability.
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South Korean Prosecutors Probe Disappearance of $48M Seized Bitcoin in Phishing Scam
Authorities in South Korea are investigating the loss of approximately $48 million of bitcoin seized in criminal proceedings after a suspected phishing attack, exposing law enforcement crypto custody risks during ongoing crypto market recovery.
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Capital One to Acquire Stablecoin Fintech Brex for $5.15 Billion
Capital One announced a $5.15 billion acquisition of fintech and stablecoin infrastructure company Brex, integrating its spend platform and AI capabilities to expand its foothold in stablecoin payments and business finance.
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Global Crypto Regulation Gaining Momentum in 2026 Amid U.S. Senate Bill Delays
Crypto regulation is projected to become a global reality this year with ongoing legislative delays in the U.S. Senate and increased coordination between SEC and CFTC leadership under Trump appointees, alongside growing regulatory focus on stablecoins and market structure.
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Nearly $2.3 Billion in Bitcoin and Ethereum Options Expire, Signaling Potential Volatility
Market positioning around Bitcoin and Ethereum was tested as options worth close to $2.3 billion expired, raising concerns about upcoming price volatility driven by mechanical hedging flows at key strike levels.
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