#walrus $WAL The global cryptocurrency market has started 2026 with renewed momentum after finishing 2025 on a subdued note. Prices across major assets recovered from year-end corrections, and total market capitalization has climbed back above approximately $3.1 trillion as risk appetite returns. Bitcoin has reclaimed levels above the mid-$90,000 range, while Ethereum sits above $3,200. Fresh capital flows — particularly through regulated investment products — are a strong driver of sentiment. �

Technext +1

Bitcoin (BTC) is trading in the low-to-mid $90,000 range, a recovery from late-2025 lows and a test of key resistance near $95,000. �

Technext

Ethereum (ETH) remains above $3,000 and has shown stable performance supported by positive network fundamentals. �

Coinpedia Fintech News

Altcoins such as XRP and Solana have registered notable gains, with some posting double-digit percentage increases in early January. �

Barron's +1

This early-year recovery reflects capital rotation from passive risk assets back into digital assets after a drawdown, and investors appear moderately optimistic as macro constraints ease. �