What is the crypto market brewing at the start of the year? Recently, the market has been quite interesting—BTC has stabilized around 86k, ETH is holding firm above $3000, and SOL is eager to break new highs, overall seeming to be consolidating at the bottom.

Market analysis teams have provided many interesting insights. After a three-month adjustment period, liquidity has begun to improve, and expectations for rate cuts have shifted. Q1 looks promising—most opinions suggest BTC could reach 140k, and ETH could surge to 5000. Structurally, this wave appears to be compressing energy in preparation for a breakout. Short-term charts also show positive signals: January is generally optimistic, with a possible correction before March after local highs, then a large-scale upward move. This rhythm overlaps with the timing window of US stimulus policies. After forming a top mid-year, the market may turn weaker in the second half.

Regulatory progress is also advancing substantively. The CLARITY Act is scheduled for a hearing in January, which is significant for the industry framework. Although XRP unlocks are ongoing, the lock-in mechanisms are designed to keep selling pressure manageable. Most importantly, institutional capital continues to flow in—ETF funds are pouring in steadily, and DeFi ecosystem activity is warming up, indicating that professional funds are seriously positioning.

But don’t get too optimistic; short-term liquidity remains thin, and volatility could be high. Close attention should be paid to Federal Reserve movements and employment data. Overall, it feels like the crypto market is shifting from retail-driven to institution-led, patiently waiting for policy support to come.

On a side note, crypto is not just about price speculation. Some people are using trading ecosystem profits to fund educational charities, providing free apps to help children worldwide access knowledge resources. This model of giving back profits to society is quite pragmatic and seems to be building credibility for the industry’s future.