Monero Soars 23% While Litecoin Slips 3.3% in January 12 Crypto Shake-Up

Privacy coin rockets as 'digital silver' stumbles—another day in the volatile crypto casino.

The Privacy Play Pays Off

Monero isn't just holding the line—it's blasting through it. While regulators worldwide sharpen their knives over transaction transparency, this privacy-focused asset just posted a staggering twenty-three percent gain. It's a defiant rally that highlights a persistent, bullish demand for financial anonymity, proving that for some investors, opacity is the ultimate feature, not a bug.

The Established Name Takes a Hit

Meanwhile, Litecoin, one of the O.G.s of the crypto world, is moving in the opposite direction. A three-point-three percent dip might seem minor in this space, but for a veteran asset often touted for its stability, it's a noticeable stumble. It raises questions about whether 'digital silver' is losing its luster against flashier, more narrative-driven competitors.

The day's action underscores the market's split personality: a fierce appetite for niche utility against the weary tread of established players. One asset surges on its core promise of secrecy; another dips, perhaps a victim of its own maturity in a sector that still prizes explosive growth over steady gains. It's a perfect snapshot of crypto—where today's hero can be tomorrow's afterthought, and the only constant is the relentless churn of capital chasing the next story. Just ask your traditional portfolio manager—if you can find one who hasn't retired to avoid watching this spectacle.

Major Crypto Events Today

Source: Forex Factory

24-Hour Crypto Market Update: Prices, Volume & Trends

The global cryptocurrency market today recorded a capitalization of $3.21 trillion, reflecting a 0.9% upward trend in the last 24 hours. Total trading volume noted $66.8 billion.

Bitcoin’s (BTC) dominance over the industry remains intense, with 57%, while Ethereum (ETH) carries 11.8%. As of now, 18971 cryptocurrencies are being tracked. The largest gainers in the industry over the last 24 hours are Polkadot and the XRP Ledger Ecosystem.

(Note: BTC and ETH are often viewed as less volatile historically, but still risky. The data recorded from CoinMarketCap)

• Bitcoin (BTC) price today reached $91337.34, rose by 0.9% in the last 24 hours, with a trading volume of $19 billion and a market cap of $1.82 trillion.

• Ethereum (ETH) price today stands at $3120.95, soaring 1.07% in 24 hours with a trading volume of $11.62 billion and a market cap of $376.95 billion.

(Trending data is based on a combination of 24-hour price movement, trading volume, and CoinMarketCap.com trending metrics.)

• AgentLISA (LISA) is priced at $0.1647, slipping 0.01% with trading volume (TV) of $3.31 billion.

• Bitcoin (BTC) stands at $91,346.23, gaining 0.91%, supported by $19.71 billion in TV.

• Ethereum (ETH) is at $3,123.50, rising 1.13%, with a daily TV of $11.79 billion.

• Solana (SOL) is priced at $141.37, jumping 3.82%, alongside $3.73 billion in TV .

• XRP price today stands at $2.06, down 0.95%, with $2.03 billion in TV.

(Ranked by 24-hour percentage gain)

• IP is trading at $2.49, surging 24.89%, with trading activity of about $112 million.

• Monero (XMR) stands at $584.58, up 23.32%, recording heavy trading activity of around $297 million.

• Canton (CC) is priced at $0.1479, gaining 14.19%, with trading activity of nearly $21.8 million.

(Ranked by 24-hour percentage loss)

• Polygon (POL), formerly MATIC, trades at $0.1625, down 7.28%, with trading volume of about $360 million.

• MemeCore (M) at $1.65, slipping 4.29%, while recording a volume of around $7.35 million.

• Litecoin (LTC) price today at $78.49, falling 3.37%, supported by a trading volume of roughly $390 million.

• Stablecoins noted a 0.1% negative change over the past 24 hours, with a market capitalization of $311.5 billion and trading volume of $50.6 billion.

• The Decentralized Finance (DeFi) market rose 0.8% over the last 24 hours, recording a market cap of $111 billion and trading volume (TV) at $3 billion. Defi dominance globally marked 3.5%.

Fear and Greed Index Today

Source: Alternative Me

Today’s Fear and Greed Index stands at 27 (Fear), down from 29 yesterday. Persistent price weakness, cautious trading, and macro uncertainty pressure sentiment. Compared to 26 last week and 23 last month, fear has eased slightly but remains dominant.

Latest Crypto Market News Today, 12 January

(Note: All of these updates affect traders, as they affect liquidity,  sentiment, and potential returns, and thus have to be monitored closely.)

Fed Chair Jerome Powell said a DOJ grand jury subpoena followed his Senate testimony, but stressed it targets the Fed’s independent rate decisions, not building renovations or Congress statements alone.

Last week’s US jobs data sent mixed signals. This week, markets watch December CPI, the Supreme Court tariff delay, and the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book for economic direction ahead.

Seven Labour committee chairs urged the UK government to ban crypto political donations, warning of hidden fund sources, disclosure loopholes, and foreign interference risks.

Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan said stablecoin development will proceed step by step, with initial work first, while gold-linked stablecoins remain under cautious study.

Coinbase is lobbying US lawmakers to protect stablecoin rewards, warning it may withdraw bill support if Senate rules limit rewards to banks only, nationwide discussions.

Guizhou Maotai has launched Guizhou Aimaotai Digital Technology, an owned unit with 600 million yuan capital, expanding into live streaming, blockchain, chips, and internet services.

Comparative Insight

The crypto market shifted from decline to recovery from January 11 to 12. Capitalization rebounded from $3.18T (−0.5%) to $3.21T (+0.9%), Bitcoin and Ethereum turned positive, trading volume cooled, and sentiment improved slightly from Extreme Fear (25) to Fear (27).

What This Means for Crypto Users

Crypto users should expect short-term volatility as market gains remain selective. Strong BTC and ETH dominance signals relative stability, but sharp altcoin swings and macro events mean traders must stay alert, manage risk carefully, and avoid emotional decisions. 

Risk Context: This commentary is only informational and not for long-term conditions. It does not indicate the direction of the price or indicate an action to be taken on the investment.

CoinGabbar’s Opinion

Based on the last 24 hours, crypto investment remains high-risk but selectively beneficial. Major assets show stability, yet fear-driven sentiment and uneven altcoin moves suggest cautious positioning, disciplined trading, and short-term strategies are safer than aggressive long-term bets right now.

Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Do Your Own Research before investing. CoinGabbar is not liable to any financial loss. The crypto assets are risky, and you may lose all your investments. Not all regions can offer some of the services or assets discussed.