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QED Investors expects AI-driven credit models, execution-focused growth, and valuation discipline to shape the global fintech sector in 2026.

WTI crude climbed above $57.50 as ongoing Ukraine tensions supported prices while traders awaited fresh US oil inventory data.

Gold prices stabilised after a sharp sell-off as expectations of future US rate cuts and renewed safe-haven demand helped offset recent losses.

Crypto markets head into 2026 with stronger fundamentals but deeply bearish sentiment, as Bitcoin lags expectations despite growing US regulation and institutional adoption.

Crypto exchange-traded products shed $446 million over Christmas, as investors stayed cautious and rotated into newer XRP and Solana funds.

BlackRock’s BUIDL tokenised money market fund has paid out $100 million in Treasury yield dividends, highlighting institutional adoption of onchain finance.

Privacy coins and gold-backed tokens emerged as 2025’s standout altcoin winners, supporting Arthur Hayes’ view that altcoin gains have become selective and decoupled.

Crypto market sentiment has remained in extreme fear for 14 consecutive days, even as Bitcoin trades far above its 2022 crisis levels.

Crypto markets face a volatile Q1 2026 as a potential Fed pause could pressure Bitcoin and ether, while “stealth QE” may help cushion downside risks.

Silver prices surged in Shanghai as backwardation emerged, signalling tight physical supply in China amid strong industrial and investment demand.

Canton’s CC token surged over 25% on Christmas Eve as institutional progress on regulated tokenisation fuelled demand despite weak market sentiment.

The NFA has accused Japan-based Forex Wizard of misleading investors, running an undisclosed forex pool and delaying a $500,000 withdrawal.