The total crypto market cap (TOTAL) and Bitcoin (BTC) exploded as the US Consumer Price Index (CPI) held steady in December 2025. Following the release of the report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), crypto tokens shot up, resulting in altcoins enjoying gains. Privacy tokens continued to dominate the market with Dash (DASH) marking a 48% rise in 24 hours.
In the news today:-
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- Strive shareholders approved the acquisition of Semler Scientific, but an unexpected 1-to-20 reverse stock split triggered sell-offs in both companies’ shares. The all-stock deal transfers Semler’s 5,048 BTC to Strive, giving the combined firm nearly 12,798 BTC and making it the 11th-largest corporate holder.
- Russia is advancing legislation that would allow non-qualified investors to participate in the country’s cryptocurrency market. A draft bill is ready and expected to be reviewed during the spring session of parliament, according to State Duma officials.
The Crypto Market Jumps
The total crypto market cap climbed to $3.21 trillion, rising $143 billion in 24 hours. TOTAL is attempting to flip $3.21 trillion into a support zone. Holding this level would signal improving market structure and confirm renewed confidence among investors following recent volatility across major digital assets.
Bullish sentiment strengthened after the US CPI remained unchanged at 2.7% year over year. Stable inflation data boosted risk appetite, pushing Bitcoin and altcoins higher. This macro tailwind positions TOTAL for a move toward $3.26 trillion, provided momentum and capital inflows remain consistent in the near term.
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Despite the strength, downside risks persist as profit-taking may emerge. Investors could lock in recent gains after the sharp rally. If selling pressure rises, TOTAL may lose $3.21 trillion and revisit $3.16 trillion, a previously tested support that would determine whether the uptrend can sustain.
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Bitcoin Finally Crosses The $95,000 Mark
Bitcoin trades near $95,375, holding firmly above the $95,000 support level. A 4.5% daily gain pushed BTC above its 50-day EMA, reinforcing bullish structure. This technical shift suggests improving momentum as buyers regain control after weeks of consolidation and hesitant price action.
Bullish momentum continues to build as volume and trend indicators align. If investor confidence holds and demand remains steady, Bitcoin price could extend its rally toward $98,000. Sustaining levels above the 50-day EMA would strengthen the uptrend and keep the short-term outlook constructive.
However, risks remain from profit-taking behavior. Short-term Bitcoin holders may sell into strength after the sharp rebound. Such activity could drag BTC back to $93,471 or even $91,298, erasing recent gains and invalidating the bullish thesis if support fails.
Dash Exceeds Expectations
Privacy coins remain investor favorites midway through January 2026, outperforming the broader crypto market. Dash led altcoins today after surging 48.5%, reflecting renewed demand for privacy-focused assets. Rising risk appetite and sector-specific momentum continue to funnel capital toward established privacy tokens like DASH.
Dash trades near $58, just below the $59 resistance, after rallying from $37 within 24 hours. The move marks a near two-month high. If investor conviction holds and volume remains supportive, DASH price could extend gains toward $63 and potentially higher levels.
Downside risks persist if sentiment shifts. Profit-taking or weakening market conditions could pressure the Dash price lower. A reversal may drag DASH toward $53, with deeper selling exposing $44. Losing these supports would invalidate the bullish thesis and erase a large portion of recent gains.
