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January 2, 2026 05:59:50 UTC
PEPE Eyes Meme Coin Crown as Bull Run Continues
With the bull market still alive, PEPE is emerging as a top contender among meme coins. Comparisons with SHIB show strong potential. Last cycle, SHIB jumped from a $3.5 billion market cap to $41 billion in under a month. Today, social buzz strongly favors PEPE, with exchanges actively using it to boost engagement. If SHIB reached $41 billion and DOGE hit $88 billion, analysts believe PEPE could aim even higher, with $69 billion now in focus.
January 2, 2026 05:49:30 UTC
Bitcoin Whales Load Up as Big Rally Brews
New data shows Bitcoin whales quietly accumulated a large amount of BTC throughout 2025. Despite heavy buying, prices stayed mostly flat, suggesting these large holders were still building their positions. The reason is simple: they are preparing for the next major move. Market watchers believe this steady accumulation could set the stage for a powerful rally ahead. If history is any guide, the upcoming Bitcoin surge could be larger than anything seen in past cycles.