January 6, 2026
Crypto markets enter 2026 on a strong footing, but liquidity is the real test
Crypto markets have started 2026 with renewed momentum after a sluggish end to last year, supported by fresh institutional inflows and fading year-end selling pressure. Bitcoin is up more than 7% since 1 January, Ether has gained around 9%, and several large-cap altcoins have posted double-digit weekly advances, indicating a broad-based recovery rather than a single-asset bounce.