KLEA Crypto Daily: Thursday, January 15, 2026

Published: January 16, 2026 – 00:04 UTC

Here’s a look back at the key stories from January 15, 2026.

US Senate Delays Crypto Bill After Coinbase Pulls Its Support

A U.S. Senate committee postponed a planned debate on a sweeping cryptocurrency market structure bill after Coinbase’s chief executive publicly withdrew support. The delay injects new uncertainty into one of Washington’s most closely watched digital-asset efforts.

Bitcoin Treasury Survey Shows Investors Expect Major Balance Sheet Growth in 2026

Bitcoin treasury investors and observers are optimistic heading into 2026, expecting public companies to hold significantly more bitcoin and expand digital credit offerings. This confidence is reflected in the first-ever audience survey conducted by bitcointreasuries.net.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Close Up 0.2%

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both closed up by 0.2%, indicating positive performance in the stock market.

Bank of America Warns $6T in Deposits Could Move to Stablecoins

Bank of America's CEO issued a warning that a significant portion of U.S. bank deposits could shift to stablecoins if regulations do not restrict interest-bearing tokens. This potential migration could amount to around $6 trillion, impacting the banking system's balance sheets.

Dash Is Fated For A Reversal

Dash has surged from $37 to nearly $80, reflecting renewed interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies. However, caution is advised as momentum indicators suggest the rally may be entering a vulnerable phase, with overbought conditions signaling potential short-term pullbacks.

Internet Computer Price Forms Major Bullish Flag as Exchange Supply Falls: Is a Breakout Near?

The Internet Computer (ICP) token saw a significant 34% rise, reaching $4.78, driven by market recovery and ecosystem events. Changes in tokenomics, including a plan to reduce inflation by 70%, have boosted investor confidence in the project.

OpenAI Backs Merge Labs BCI Startup in Seed Round

OpenAI invests in Merge Labs’ brain-computer interface technology, joining Sam Altman’s personal stake in the $850M-valued neurotech venture.

BitMine Acquires Additional Ethereum from FalconX

BitMine has recently purchased 24,068 ETH from FalconX, as reported by BlockBeats, indicating significant activity in the crypto space.

Bitcoin Fails to Hold Above $97K as Rally Cools

Crypto markets are mostly flat today as ETF inflows stay elevated and analysts note Bitcoin is undergoing a transitional phase.

Silver Market Cap Surpasses Nvidia, Becomes Second Largest Asset Globally

Silver's market capitalization has exceeded $5 trillion, making it the second-largest asset globally, surpassing Nvidia and trailing only behind gold.

Federal Reserve’s Goolsbee Emphasizes Inflation Reduction as Key Objective

According to PANews, Federal Reserve official Goolsbee stated that reducing inflation to 2% remains the most important goal. He noted that there is significant room for interest rates to decrease, but emphasized the need for strong evidence of declining inflation.

Bitcoin Hits Two-Month High as Derivatives Turn Neutral

Bitcoin’s latest push into the upper $90,000s is shifting trader sentiment in derivatives markets, with signs of a move away from defensive hedging. The Bybit x Block Scholes Crypto Derivatives Analytics report highlights a shift towards risk-taking as Bitcoin breaks out to a two-month high.

Coinbase Withdraws Support For Crypto Bill Over Stablecoin Rewards Ban

In a dramatic turn, Coinbase Global Inc. CEO Brian Armstrong pulled support for the Senate Banking Committee's crypto market structure bill, causing a significant delay in the legislation. The bill's provision to eliminate stablecoin rewards was a key point of contention, leading to industry skepticism about resolving disputes.

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