MegaETH is launching its public mainnet on Feb. 9, 2026, after processing 10.8 billion transactions and reaching 35,000 TPS in global stress tests. Learn why this real-time Ethereum Layer-2 could reshape on-chain gaming, trading, and high-performance Web3 applications.

Dogecoin has been moving between $0.119 and $0.151, with a brief rally to $0.156, and is now trying to reclaim the $0.1250 level after a recent 5% bounce. Some analysts say the current structure resembles past consolidation phases that preceded parabolic advances with gains of up to 215x, while others warn the coin is already in a bear phase that could bring a 50%-70% decline toward the $0.060-$0.035 area. As of the latest price action, DOGE trades around $0.125, roughly 1.4% lower on the week.

On 28 January, Pippin (PIPPIN) jumped 69% in 24 hours as trading volume rose over 600% and Open Interest increased. CoinGlass highlighted liquidity bands at $0.55 and $0.47 that could trigger liquidations, while StalkChain showed $120,889.40 in smart-money buys. Price hovered near the $0.71 high with resistance at $0.55–$0.56 and a target near $0.90.

Security has become a central filter for altcoin buyers as networks face long-term risks, including quantum computing. BMIC, Cardano and Ethereum are highlighted for their security designs, with BMIC's multi-phase presale and quantum-safe architecture positioning it as a leading choice for investors prioritizing asset protection.

The Central Bank of the UAE has approved USDU, a USD-pegged stablecoin issued by Universal Digital Ltd., for use within its regulatory framework and focused on institutional settlement. As of January 29, 2026, according to CoinMarketCap, USDU is priced at $1.00 with a fully diluted market cap of $10.01 billion.

On January 29, the UAE's Central Bank approved USDU under the Payment Token Services Regulation, marking the first USD-backed stablecoin authorized within its framework. Managed by Universal Digital, USDU targets professional clients for cross-border settlements, with reserves held at Emirates NBD and Mashreq Bank, and Aquanow designated as the global distributor outside the UAE.

Crypto analytics firm Santiment reports that the number of XRP wallets holding more than 1 million tokens has increased since Jan. 1, 2026, despite broader market sentiment sitting in fear. Large-holder accumulation and an 11.55% rise in "smart money" XRP holdings over the past 30 days are seen by some as a supportive long-term signal, while analysts remain divided on near-term price direction.

Santiment reports the first uptick in "millionaire" XRP wallets since September 2025, with a net gain of 42 in recent weeks. Despite XRP being down 4% year-to-date at the start of 2026, large holders are accumulating, a trend 21Shares argues could contribute to an emerging supply shock if demand strengthens.