Cryptocurrency Market Declines Broadly, BTC Drops to $90,577.18
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Market Decline: As of January 10 at 11:00 a.m. KST, major digital assets broadly declined, with Bitcoin (BTC) down 0.43% to $90,577.18, indicating weak market sentiment that could impact investor confidence.
- Ethereum Underperformance: Ethereum (ETH) fell 0.51% to $3,086.02, reflecting increased risk aversion among investors towards mainstream cryptocurrencies in a declining market, which may lead to reduced liquidity.
- Increased Volatility: Among the top 100 cryptocurrencies, Polygon (POL) recorded the largest gain of 15.66%, while Midnight (NIGHT) posted the steepest decline of 10.93%, highlighting the market's high volatility and shifts in investor risk appetite.
- New Listings: New cryptocurrencies listed on CoinMarketCap within the past 24 hours include Moonbirds (BIRB), Zama (ZAMA), Metapass (MPX), and AlphaPride (ALPHA), suggesting that despite the overall market downturn, new listings may provide fresh opportunities for investors.
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.
