Crypto Market Sees Record Derivatives Volume, Bitcoin Breakout, and Shift in Analyst Sentiment
The cryptocurrency market has started the year on a strong note, with CME Group's average crypto derivatives volume hitting a record $12 billion in 2025, while Bitcoin's price broke above $92,000, sparking increased whale activity. Meanwhile, analysts are tempering their expectations for 2026, and Goldman Sachs has upgraded Coinbase to a "buy" rating.