Silver Prices Near Record Highs at $83.9 per Ounce
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 12 2026- Silver Price Surge: Spot silver reached $83.9 per ounce on January 12, 2026, marking a significant milestone driven by strong industrial demand and constrained supply chains, which may attract more investors to precious metals as a hedge asset.
- Market Volatility Impact: While silver approaches historical highs, its direct impact on cryptocurrencies remains indirect, primarily influenced by macroeconomic conditions, prompting investors to closely monitor market reactions and strategic adjustments.
- Bitcoin Performance: Bitcoin currently holds a market cap of $1.82 trillion with a 24-hour trading volume of $20.11 billion, and despite a 20.51% decline over the past 90 days, it is still regarded as
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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.
