The analysis projects an explosive 2026 for crypto, despite immediate short-term bearishness. Macroeconomic factors like Q3 GDP (4.3% vs 3.3% expected) and potential political shifts, including a new Fed Chair and tariff policies, are discussed as influencing market volatility. Bitcoin's current price is around 87,500. Key support is identified at the 84,000-85,000 range, with strong resistance at 100,000 and max pain at 96,000. A critical support level is noted at 74,000, below which a severe drop to 60,000-65,000 is possible, coinciding with the 200-week moving average. However, a 30-40% chance of the bottom being in is suggested. For Ethereum, a buy signal on the weekly chart aligns with historical major bottoms around the 2600-2400 support zone. Bitcoin has experienced a 45% rally after similar historical signals, indicating potential for a relief bounce. Preferred altcoins for 2026 include Ethereum, Solana, Chainlink, and XRP, with a particular emphasis on Chainlink's fundamental strength and XRP's potential due to TradFi interest. The discussion highlights institutional manipulation as a key driver of current price movements, designed to accumulate assets at lower levels before an anticipated upward swing driven by rate cuts and quantitative easing in 2026. Political influence on the Federal Reserve and the impact of tariffs on inflation are considered, with concerns about affordability for the broader electorate.