On Jan 12, 2026, 02:45 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Bitcoin has crossed the 92,000 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 92,000 USDT, with a narrowed 1.44% increase in 24 hours.

According to ChainCatcher, DL News reports that the cryptocurrency market is anticipated to see merger and acquisition (M&A) transactions exceed the record $37 billion set in 2025 by 2026. Data from Architect Partners reveals that publicly disclosed crypto M&A transaction values surged sevenfold in 2025, reaching $37 billion, significantly surpassing analysts' expectations of $30 billion. The number of transactions increased by 74% year-on-year to 356, with 39 deals exceeding $100 million and 17 surpassing $500 million. Karl-Martin Ahrend, co-founder of crypto M&A advisory firm Areta, stated that transaction activity in 2026 will depend on regulatory clarity, interest rates, risk appetite, and valuation attractiveness. Traditional financial institutions are most interested in the stablecoin and payment sectors. The report highlights an expected trend of more traditional companies acquiring crypto capabilities rather than developing them internally.

Bitcoin price started a downside extension below $92,000. BTC is now recovering from $89,220 and might face barriers for a fresh increase near $92,000. Bitcoin started a recovery wave above $90,000 and $90,500. The price is trading above $91,000 and the 100 hourly Simple moving average source: https://www.newsbtc.com/analysis/btc/bitcoin-price-recovery-bid-emerges/

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According to ChainCatcher, U.S. President Donald Trump has denied any involvement with the U.S. Department of Justice in filing a criminal case against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. Trump stated that the federal court's subpoena to Powell is unrelated to any decisions regarding interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.

According to NBC, Trump stated that the Justice Department's investigation into Powell was unrelated to interest rates. Furthermore, Trump denied involvement in the Justice Department's subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve.

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According to PANews, Goldman Sachs economists anticipate that the U.S. economy will be bolstered by tax cuts, real wage growth, and rising wealth this year, with inflation expected to remain moderate. The bank's '2026 U.S. Economic Outlook' report, released on January 11, suggests that due to uncertain labor market prospects, the Federal Reserve is likely to implement two 25 basis point rate cuts in June and September. Goldman Sachs forecasts a GDP growth rate of 2.5% year-over-year in the fourth quarter of 2026, with an annual rate of 2.8%. By December, the core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) inflation rate is projected to be 2.1% year-over-year, while the core consumer price index (CPI) is expected to slow to 2%. The baseline unemployment rate is predicted to stabilize at 4.5%, although there is a risk of a period of 'no employment growth' as companies seek to leverage artificial intelligence to reduce labor costs. In terms of trade, Goldman Sachs assumes that the upcoming midterm elections will make the cost of living a significant political issue, prompting the White House to avoid any substantial tariff increases.

The U.S. Department of Justice on Friday threatened to file criminal charges against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, which Powell denounced as "political pressure and intimidation." He stated that he would continue to uphold the principles of impartiality and selflessness in fulfilling his duties, undaunted by political pressure and impartial to any side.

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The four-stage model of the debt crisis has been historically proven, stark and inevitable. The United States is already deeply mired in expansion, triggering its effects and increasing the risk of further damage.

Jinse Finance launches its daily cryptocurrency and blockchain news bulletin, "Jinse at 8 AM," issue 2934, providing you with the latest and fastest news on the digital currency and blockchain industry.

Golden Weekly is a weekly blockchain industry summary column launched by Golden Finance, covering key news, mining information, project updates, technological advancements, and other industry dynamics.

Vitalik Buterin published an open letter on Friday in support of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, who was convicted in August of conspiracy to commit illicit currency transfers and faces up to five years in prison.

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Zhou Investment took advantage of the pullback to buy Broadcom, while reducing its holdings in Palantir and Rocket Lab.

This week, 10 blockchain startups raised $613.5 million in funding. Rain raised $250 million in its Series C funding round, the largest round of funding this week.

With oversubscription of 14 times, many players on Polymarket questioned whether the project team manipulated the project.