Global cryptocurrency markets have gained momentum at the start of 2026 as Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) broke above key technical levels, reigniting speculation over a potential move back toward $100,000.
What Happened: Entrepreneur and Bitcoin investor Lark Davis said the crypto market has staged a strong rebound to begin 2026, adding more than $250 billion in total market capitalization.
Bitcoin is up about 7%, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) has gained nearly 9%, major altcoins are posting double-digit gains, and meme coins have surged sharply.
Davis attributed the rally to five main drivers:
- The end …