Four Altcoins to Consider Amid Improving Crypto Conditions
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Macro Environment Favorable: Easing global liquidity and lower rate expectations are driving capital into higher-risk markets, particularly with a resurgence in institutional demand for Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, indicating potential recovery in the crypto market.
- Market Sentiment Rebounding: Positive performance in the first five trading days of the year historically correlates with an average annual return of 14.26%, providing favorable conditions for risk assets.
- Chainlink ($LINK) Innovation: Chainlink has confirmed a new patent for its CCIP protocol, offering real-time transaction risk management, and the SEC has approved a Chainlink ETF, further solidifying its market position.
- Render Network ($RENDER) Surge: Render Network has seen over 80% growth in the past week, with surging demand for its decentralized GPU computing platform, particularly in AI model training and virtual environment creation, highlighting strong market demand.
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.
