Sideways Price, Rising Tension, What Comes Next

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Jan 13
3 min read

Week 2 Year 2026 Highlights – Catch Up on Everything You Missed!

Key Highlights:

YouTube Channel | Is Bitcoin Preparing for Volatility Again
The Moon House | Momentum Aligns: Why SOL Could Move Fast
The Inner Circle | Hang out with sharp minds
WEEX x SOC | Trade With Awareness, Not Noise

House of Crypto YouTube Channel:

January 13th Video: https://youtu.be/yd9qW8PnaL0?si=_Li-ylb3duM4wyCx

Peter explains why Bitcoin whales are closing leveraged long positions during prolonged sideways price action, noting this typically precedes sharp volatility rather than signaling bearish conviction. He combines Bitfinex long data, Bitcoin value days destroyed, CPI risk, and liquidity signals to argue long term holders are accumulating while leverage resets, positioning Bitcoin and select altcoins for a larger move as liquidity and risk appetite improve.

January 8th Video: https://youtu.be/NetDnQ_Bxo0?si=vskYlrBsFEBBgzW3

Peter explains why he remains confident holding Bitcoin and altcoins, arguing that crypto markets are driven primarily by liquidity and risk conditions rather than news or hype. He points to rising Federal Reserve balance sheet liquidity, falling credit spreads, and global debt refinancing extensions as signals that smart money and institutions are positioning for a 2026 bull market, with Ethereum and large cap altcoins expected to outperform as risk conditions improve.

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Here’s what our experts have been sharing over the past week:

SOL Poised for Acceleration on Bitcoin Strength

SOL shows bullish structure on shorter time frames, with price positioned for a fast move if Bitcoin accelerates higher. Our MoonHouse expert suggests momentum can build quickly once broader market pressure turns supportive. Strength in Bitcoin acts as the key catalyst for continuation. Near term price action favors upside if momentum conditions align.

Bitcoin Holds Firm as Sentiment Stays Balanced

Bitcoin starts the week showing strength after a strong prior rally, with early gains holding as momentum cools. Market sentiment remains stable, with Fear and Greed sitting at 27 and signaling caution without panic. Last week sees strong upside among select altcoins, led by Monero, Polygon, Render, and Atom. Broader macro focus shifts to rate expectations and key economic data that may drive near term volatility.

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Here’s what our community’s hive mind has been discussing over the past week:

That Macro Guy Flags Manufacturing Lag and Alt Season Caution

That Macro Guy explains that the business cycle remains sluggish, with services expanding while manufacturing continues to lag, keeping the broader cycle from fully turning up. He notes that manufacturing strength is critical for a sustained upswing and stronger alt performance, and until PMIs move above expansion levels, he stays cautious on alts while closely watching for signs that the cycle finally shifts this year.

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This week’s focus covers key US data and policy developments that directly impact risk assets and crypto positioning. It is context driven analysis designed to help traders anticipate volatility instead of chasing it.

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Stay tuned - see you next week!