#PrivacyCoinsDiverge Why Privacy Cryptocurrencies Are Splitting Paths in 2026
In early 2026, privacy‑focused coins are no longer behaving as a single asset class — they are diverging sharply in price action, liquidity, adoption, and investor sentiment. Rather than moving together with broad crypto markets like Bitcoin or Ethereum, privacy coins are charting their own distinct trajectories, creating both risks and opportunities for traders and long‑term holders.
Monero (XMR), the flagship privacy coin, has been a standout performer. After a prolonged consolidation phase, its price broke above m