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By 2026, the price of Bitcoin has fallen back to $76,447.3, setting a record for consecutive declines, and the market faces liquidity challenges and a lack of confidence. Analysts believe that Bitcoin may experience a structural change, with a long-term target price of $150,000. Ethereum and Ripple are affected by regulatory developments and market sentiment, each facing short-term pressures and long-term growth potential. Investors should pay attention to key price levels and changes in market structure.

The release of Jeffrey Epstein's files suggests he had informants tracking Ripple and XRP from early on, igniting debate among the XRP community. Notably, it highlights concerns raised by Blockstream co-founder Austin Hill regarding Ripple and Stellar's impact on the crypto ecosystem.