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• [New] Bitcoin is expected to mature and gain institutional adoption despite near-term uncertainty, with a long-term bullish outlook targeting $250K by end-2027, even as 2026 remains unpredictable with wide price ranges and potential for new highs. Piper Alderman
• [New] Bitcoin is expected to reach a new all-time high in the first half of 2026. Crypto Briefing
• [New] Bitcoin is projected to reach a new all-time high by the first half of 2026. Crypto Briefing
• [New] Building on the success of Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs and the more crypto friendly Trump administration, in 2026 could mark a turning point for other cryptocurrency ETFs, signalling the potential for expanded institutional interest in a broader range of digital assets. FinExtra
• [New] Both U.S. dollar-denominated assets and cryptocurrencies could suffer significant losses in the months ahead. Yahoo Finance
• [New] If the U.S. CLARITY Act passes, it will clearly define Bitcoin as a digital commodity under CFTC oversight, providing certainty for large-scale institutional capital inflows. ODaily
• [New] Institutional demand for Bitcoin is projected to outstrip supply by nearly 4.7 times in 2026, with institutional demand reaching 775,000 BTC against an annual production of 164,250 BTC. Ainvest
• [New] The wave of expected positive crypto legislation has pushed bitcoin bulls to up their bitcoin price predictions for 2026. Forbes
• [New] Broader predictions signal that the bull cycle could continue in 2026 with new all-time highs for Bitcoin and major altcoins if institutional flows remain strong and regulatory clarity improves. Investing Haven
• [New] Standard Chartered recently revised its Bitcoin price target for 2026 to $150,000, roughly half of its original projection but still in line with many institutional models that expect large crypto capital inflows through ETFs. Investing Haven
• [New] 2026 will see continued mainstream progression for Bitcoin, AI, stablecoins and more. Crowdfund Insider
• [New] By integrating Bitcoin into its financial infrastructure, SpaceX is positioning itself as a crypto-native entity, a move that could normalize institutional Bitcoin holdings and attract further corporate adoption. Ainvest
• [New] Jakarta, Pintu News - By 2026, cryptocurrencies will have become an important part of the global financial landscape, offering new opportunities for people to access global markets, build long-term value, and interact with systems that go beyond traditional banking. Pintu News
• [New] The SEC's shift from enforcement to a proactive regulatory framework, coupled with the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, has provided financial institutions with the clarity needed to allocate 2-5% of portfolios to Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation and fiat risks. Ainvest
• [New] By 2026, the most successful mining companies will no longer compete solely on hashrate but will be enterprises that control the entire chain of energy, hardware, and operations, thereby reducing the production cost per Bitcoin. ODaily
• [New] Following the GENIUS Act, which brought new rules for stablecoins to the US in 2025, the CLARITY Act is now set to introduce further and, above all, clearer laws for dealing with cryptocurrencies in 2026 - and has therefore been eagerly anticipated by the crypto sector for some time. Trending Topics
• [New] US intervention in Venezuela could see Bitcoin prices rise to $200,000 in the first quarter of 2026. DL News
• [New] Bitcoin is the best expression of the dollar debasement trade and will regain its throne as the number one performing macro asset in 2026. DL News
• [New] Total inflows into spot bitcoin ETFs could exceed $100bn to $120bn by the end of 2026. CMC Markets
• [New] Bitcoin ETFs enable Wells Fargo to have exposure to the price of Bitcoin without dealing with private keys, wallets, and custody risks. CryptoNinjas
• [New] Traditional banks are issuing bullish crypto forecasts for 2026, with some predicting Bitcoin could reach $170,000 and Ethereum near $9,000 as regulatory clarity for cryptocurrency aligns with rising institutional confidence. MEXC Blog

Last updated: 01 February 2026