Bitcoin Holds Steady at $90K, Faces Resistance at $95K
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Price Stability: Bitcoin is trading steadily around $90,000 in the first week of 2026, down approximately 2% since the start of the year, reflecting cautious market sentiment, especially after failing to break the strong resistance at $95,000.
- Cautious Market Sentiment: Investors are acting cautiously due to uncertainties surrounding tariffs in Washington and the Fed chairmanship, leading to a loss of momentum after Bitcoin peaked below $94,800 on Monday following a New Year rally.
- Macro Economic Impact: Better-than-expected economic data has limited Bitcoin's momentum toward its all-time high of $126,000, as reduced likelihood of a rate cut in March puts downward pressure on prices in the short term.
- Long-term Optimism: Despite short-term uncertainties, analysts remain optimistic about Bitcoin's long-term prospects, predicting a potential rise to $200,000 by year-end, with a sustained break above $95,000 possibly triggering systematic buying and pushing prices back into six figures.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
