2026-01-12 17:20:44

Weekend Crypto Market Snapshot

Major cryptocurrencies held steady over the weekend with Bitcoin trading around $90,500, showing resilience amid broader market conditions. Meanwhile, Monero (XMR) delivered a standout performance, surging to $600 and marking a fresh all-time high—a remarkable 33% jump throughout the week that caught many traders' attention.

On the macro front, recent statements from Federal Reserve leadership regarding policy compliance have created ripples across traditional markets. The commentary sparked notable movements in precious metals, with both gold and silver posting solid gains as investors reassessed their portfolio positioning.

The mixed signals from policy discussions combined with selective strength in certain altcoins suggest market participants are carefully parsing economic signals. XMR's breakthrough particularly highlights how specific digital assets can decouple from broader crypto trends when fundamental narratives align with trader sentiment.

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Fren_Not_Food

· 3h ago

XMR's recent surge is truly incredible, soaring 33% in just a week... I kind of regret not buying earlier.

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MissedAirdropBro

· 6h ago

XMR is taking off directly this week. My friend just got in on Friday and is now very happy... The Fed is starting to throw smoke screens again, and gold and silver are rising along with it. I really can't keep up with this rhythm.

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ForkInTheRoad

· 9h ago

XMR's recent surge is a bit outrageous, up 33% in a week... But on the other hand, it's interesting that privacy coins are reaching new highs; it seems everyone is starting to care about the risks.

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InscriptionGriller

· 9h ago

XMR's recent surge... Hey, finally a coin dares to be bold. 33% in a week, now that's real spirit, unlike some projects that run after a pump and dump. Bitcoin is still dithering, but this privacy coin is experienced, and there are still some clear-headed people in the capital pools. The Fed folks are chatting again, stirring up the gold and bond markets. Basically, it's still the retail investors re seeking a safe haven. Looking at XMR's trend, it's a real-life lesson in "choosing the right track, making money while lying down."

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SwapWhisperer

· 9h ago

XMR's 33% surge this time is truly amazing. Who predicted it? Bitcoin stays steady at 90,000 without making a sound, while smaller coins are going crazy. This is the charm of DeFi.

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TrustlessMaximalist

· 9h ago

XMR has broken 600? Damn, the weekly increase is incredible. Has privacy coin finally caught someone's attention?

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Layer2Arbitrageur

· 9h ago

honestly xmr pumping 33% while btc just sits there... if you're not analyzing the liquidity gaps between cex/dex pairs rn you're leaving thousands in basis points on the table lol

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BridgeJumper

· 9h ago

XMR this wave is really amazing, a 33% weekly increase and still so steady... Feels like privacy coins are finally making a comeback?

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