Bitcoin (BTC) has dropped 2.2% on Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026, to trade at about $66,446 at press time. The flagship coin saw its fear-and-greed index drop to 12/100, which CoinMarketCap classifies as extreme fear.
Eric Trump, Brian Armstrong, and Arthur Hayes Predict Bitcoin Rebound
Eric Trump says Bitcoin could reach the $1 million mark in 2026. Speaking at the World Liberty Financial (WLF) forum held today in Palm Beach, Eric, the son of President Donald Trump, said that despite recent volatility, he remains bullish on Bitcoin.
“I do think it hits $1 million…You’re going to have volatility with something that has tremendous upside,” Eric stated.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong echoed similar sentiments. He sees the recent Bitcoin surge as a product of psychological factors rather than fundamental ones.
Speaking at the same forum, Armstrong stated that uncertainty regarding quantum computers and Fed leadership has fueled crypto fear. Still, Coinbase will continue accumulating Bitcoin for long-term gains. BTC has also been the best-performing asset of the past decade, according to Coinbase.
Mirroring these observations is Arthur Hayes, the co-founder and former CEO of BitMEX. In a Substack essay, Hayes expressed indifference to Bitcoin’s 50% drop from $126,000 to under $65,000, casually noting, “This is Fine.”
While not as bullish as Eric, Hayes is confident the BTC price could surge to $500,000-$750,000 by year’s end. In a theory dubbed “fiat liquidity fire alarm”, Hayes explains that massive AI-driven layoffs and heightened tariffs could trigger a bailout by the feds to avert a 2008 economic crisis in 2026. Quantitative easing would raise liquidity levels, effectively pushing Bitcoin to a new all-time high.
Bigger Market picture
The midterm BTC price outlook will be heavily affected by the global liquidity rotation. Other significant upcoming events that could impact Bitcoin’s volatility include the changes in Federal Reserve leadership and the passage of the Clarity Act.
The decentralized exchange has begun offering crypto perpetual swaps after receiving a test license from Bermuda’s regulator, operating under DAO governance and formal oversight.
Ethereum onchain data and a bear pennant on the daily chart suggest that bears may target the $1,100 level. Would a dip to that zone represent a generational buy opportunity?
Technical charts show Bitcoin price hanging on to softening support in the $68,000 to $65,000 zone, and a breakdown below the level could usher in new lows in the $50,000 range.
Two-year Bitcoin hodlers "absorbed" seller pressure in recent weeks, according to new research, but most analysts still expect new macro BTC price lows.
Litecoin isn’t the market favorite it once was. Since the beginning of the year, the price has dropped more than 36%, sliding to around $45 before showing signs of life during the recent market bounce. Even with that recovery, LTC price remains stuck below $55, a level that now acts as a ceiling rather than support. The broader signals still lean cautious, and momentum hasn’t fully shifted in favor of the bulls.
That said, the chart structure suggests this compression could resolve higher. If buyers manage to push past $55 with strength, a move toward $70–$75 could quickly come into play.
Drop in Open Interest Hints Long Liquidations
Litecoin’s open interest tells a clear story of fading conviction. Over the past few months, both price and open interest have trended lower, signaling long liquidation rather than aggressive new short positioning. In simple terms, traders are stepping away instead of building fresh bets. The steady decline in OI suggests deleveraging and reduced speculative participation, which often accompanies weak momentum phases.
Interestingly, previous spikes in open interest were followed by sharp price swings, but the current environment shows contraction instead of expansion. This drop in participation reflects caution across derivatives markets. It explains why LTC struggles to sustain recoveries; without rising open interest, breakout attempts lack the fuel needed for a sustained move higher.
What’s Next for the LTC Price Rally?
On the 4-hour chart, Litecoin is forming a tightening structure just beneath the $55–$56 resistance zone. Price continues to print higher lows along the rising trendline near $49–$50, suggesting buyers are gradually stepping in. However, the horizontal resistance around $55 remains firm, creating a developing ascending triangle setup.
Momentum indicators reflect indecision. The MACD is flattening near the zero line, showing weakening bearish pressure but no strong bullish expansion yet. Meanwhile, RSI hovers around the mid-40s to 50 region, signaling neutral momentum without clear dominance. If bulls manage a clean breakout above $56 with volume, LTC could target $61–$62 next. On the downside, a breakdown below $49 would invalidate the structure and expose $45 support.
The Bottom Line
The Litecoin price is sitting at a make-or-break level. The structure still favors a potential upside breakout, but momentum hasn’t fully confirmed it yet. As long as the price continues to defend the rising trendline near $49–$50, bulls retain a short-term edge. A decisive move above $56 could quickly shift sentiment and open the path toward $61 and possibly $65 if follow-through builds.
However, failure to hold the trendline would weaken the setup significantly. A breakdown below $49 would likely trigger renewed selling pressure, dragging LTC back toward $45. For now, patience is key—the next breakout or breakdown should define Litecoin’s direction for the coming sessions.
XRP is once again at the center of market discussions after new commentary from analysts highlighted how the long-term expansion of Ripple’s global payment network could eventually translate into higher public ledger activity and stronger price momentum for the token.
According to Jesse from Apex Crypto Insights, a factor investors often misunderstand is that most current payment activity on Ripple’s network does not yet use XRP directly. Instead, many banks and financial institutions rely on fiat-based settlement rails within RippleNet because they provide faster processing, lower costs than traditional systems like SWIFT, and eliminate cryptocurrency volatility risks. As a result, a large portion of institutional payment flows remains invisible to the public XRP Ledger today.
Three-stage adoption model shaping XRP’s long-term outlook
He describes Ripple’s expansion strategy as a multi-stage adoption cycle designed to gradually integrate XRP into global payment infrastructure.
Stage one (2017–2023): Institutional onboarding: During the early phase, Ripple focused on convincing banks and payment providers to adopt its technology using fiat-only settlement systems. This approach allowed institutions to benefit from faster and cheaper cross-border payments without needing to hold crypto assets. While this helped grow RippleNet’s global footprint, it meant that most transaction volume did not yet contribute to demand on the public XRP ledger, keeping direct price impact limited.
Stage two (2023–2026): On-demand liquidity expansion: The second phase, now underway, involves introducing On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) solutions that use XRP as a bridge asset between currencies. In an ODL transaction, funds are converted into XRP on one exchange, transferred across the ledger within seconds, and converted back into the destination currency. Each activation of a new payment corridor—such as U.S. dollar to peso or yen—turns previously private fiat-only volume into public XRP transaction activity.
Several corridors are already using this system at scale, including the Mexico corridor through Bitso since 2019 and expanding adoption across regions such as Asia-Pacific and parts of Latin America. Analysts note that as more corridors adopt ODL, daily XRP transaction flows could grow significantly, tightening spreads and increasing liquidity across exchanges.
Stage three: Network effects and liquidity flywheel: As more institutions shift to XRP-based settlement, liquidity is expected to deepen further, lowering transaction costs and encouraging additional corridors to adopt the technology. Over time, this “flywheel effect” could create sustained demand growth, particularly if major G20 currency corridors—such as U.S. dollar to euro or yen—move toward full ODL usage.
Why current private payment volume still matters for XRP
Although most RippleNet transactions today do not directly use XRP, analysts argue that the existing private payment volume effectively acts as potential future demand. Once institutions become comfortable with Ripple’s infrastructure and regulatory clarity improves, the economic incentive to reduce settlement costs—often estimated at 60% to 90% savings—could drive a gradual shift toward XRP-based liquidity solutions.
The expansion of automated market makers (AMMs), decentralized exchange liquidity, and institutional participation in providing XRP liquidity pools could further amplify transaction activity. In such a scenario, rising payment flows, increased trading activity, and growing speculative interest could collectively contribute to stronger price discovery over time.
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Solana price is showing renewed downside risk after bearish engulfing candles rejected key resistance, with weakening market structure opening the probability of testing sub-$80 support levels.
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The price of XRP is currently trading near $1.46, and some analysts say an important technical signal is starting to appear that could shape the token’s next major move. According to crypto analyst CryptoBull, investors should pay close attention to the Relative Strength Index (RSI) on the weekly and monthly charts, which is now showing unusually low readings.
What makes this signal interesting is that the RSI has fallen even lower than the levels seen during the 2020 market bottom, when XRP traded near $0.11. In simple terms, the RSI measures how strong or weak buying momentum is. When the indicator drops to extreme lows, it often means that selling pressure may be reaching exhaustion, creating conditions where prices can eventually recover.
EVERYONE take a close look so you understand why #XRP has bottomed and the next target prices are very high: the RSI on the weekly and monthly timeframe is BELOW the 2020 bottom of $0.11. The upside for the RSI is huge and it will put price well above $10 very soon. pic.twitter.com/hsqbN4KZb0
Because of this rare setup, the analyst argues that XRP may already be forming a long-term bottom, and if momentum begins to recover, the next phase of the market cycle could push prices significantly higher. Some projections shared by the analyst show that, over time, XRP could aim for double-digit price levels, with $10 being discussed as a possible long-term milestone if broader crypto market conditions turn bullish.
Short-term movement still cautious
In the near term, XRP is moving in a relatively narrow range between $1.46 and $1.50, showing signs of stability after recent volatility. The next important resistance level sits near $1.54, where a breakout could signal stronger buying interest. At the same time, support levels around $1.41 and $1.37 remain key zones traders are watching in case of temporary pullbacks.
XRP may also be entering the early stages of a new growth cycle. These long-term patterns often take years to develop, but once momentum returns, they can lead to powerful price movements driven by renewed investor interest and expanding market participation.
While short-term price swings are likely to continue, the combination of historically low RSI readings, steady price consolidation, and improving market sentiment is drawing attention from traders who believe XRP could be preparing for a much larger move in the next phase of the crypto market cycle.
Hyperliquid has launched the Hyperliquid Policy Center (HPC), a nonprofit research and advocacy group based in Washington D.C. The Hyper Foundation is backing the initiative with 1 million HYPE tokens, currently worth around $29 million.
Crypto lawyer Jake Chervinsky has been named the founding CEO. Chervinsky previously served as Chief Legal Officer at both the Blockchain Association and venture firm Variant.
He announced on X, “HPC is an independent research and advocacy organization dedicated to ensuring that DeFi can flourish in the United States. The future of finance will be decentralized.”
Why Does Hyperliquid Need a Policy Center?
Hyperliquid processed over $250 billion in perpetual futures volume last month alone, making it one of the largest decentralized exchanges in crypto. But perpetual derivatives, while hugely popular in offshore markets, are still largely absent from regulated U.S. finance.
Chervinsky pointed out that current U.S. financial regulations were not written for decentralized technology like Hyperliquid. HPC will focus on working with lawmakers and regulators to build clear rules for DeFi and on-chain market infrastructure.
The Hyper Foundation said it is “confident that under Chervinsky’s leadership, the Hyperliquid Policy Center will have a meaningful impact in favor of clear regulations for decentralized finance.”
HPC Founding Team and Open Roles
Chervinsky is joined by Policy Counsel Brad Bourque, formerly of Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, and Policy Director Salah Ghazzal, who previously served as Policy Lead at Variant.
HPC is currently hiring for Chief of Staff, Head of Communications, and Head of Government Relations.
HYPE Token Price and Recent Moves
HYPE is trading at around $29.20 with a market cap of approximately $7.5 billion. The token is down roughly 51% from its all-time high of $59.39, which it hit in September 2025.
The policy center launch comes just a week after Hyperliquid Strategies Inc. spent $129.5 million to buy 5 million more HYPE tokens at an average price of $25.9 per token.
With Congress currently working through the CLARITY Act and DeFi regulation still a major sticking point in the Senate, the timing of HPC’s launch lines up directly with one of the most active periods for crypto policy in Washington.
Chainlink price is once again trading at a critical turning point. After losing most of its gains, it slipped back into a price zone that previously acted as a prolonged accumulation base before the 2023 breakout. That shift alone changes the short-term narrative from expansion to compression.
Momentum has cooled, bullish continuation attempts have stalled, and traders are now watching whether this is a temporary reset or the early stages of a broader range-bound phase. The key question isn’t just whether LINK can bounce, but whether it can reclaim higher structure and rebuild strength above major resistance. Until that happens, the bias tilts toward consolidation rather than immediate breakout continuation.
LINK Re-Enters Macro Accumulation Zone as Momentum Weakens
On the weekly chart, LINK has slipped back into the same $6–$10 accumulation range that formed after the May 2022 breakdown. Back then, price entered the range after a sharp rejection, RSI dropped below 50, and volatility contracted for months before a base was established. The current setup looks similar. Momentum has faded again, RSI is hovering in the weak zone, and upside attempts are getting rejected near dynamic resistance.
The Gaussian Channel shows trend exhaustion rather than expansion, reinforcing the shift from trending to ranging conditions. $8 is immediate support for the LINK price rally, followed by the range floor near $6. A breakdown below $6 could open $4.50–$5. On the upside, LINK must reclaim $10 on a weekly close to target $12 and potentially $15. Until then, consolidation remains the dominant bias.
What’s Next for the Chainlink (LINK) Price Rally?
Chainlink is at a structural crossroads. While the current setup resembles the 2022–23 accumulation phase, one key difference could prevent a prolonged range: a strong market-wide expansion led by Bitcoin. If BTC breaks into sustained price discovery and liquidity flows back into large-cap altcoins, LINK could invalidate the slow-accumulation thesis much faster. A decisive reclaim of $10 with expanding volume would signal early strength and open the path toward $12–$15. However, without a broader risk-on catalyst, LINK is more likely to remain range-bound, building energy before its next major move.
Ethereum price is compressing into a tight bearish pennant, with declining volatility and converging structure signaling that a decisive move is approaching as downside risks continue to build.
Ever since the Bitcoin price slipped below the psychological $100,000 mark, sentiment across the crypto market has steadily deteriorated. The breakdown under $90,000 intensified the shift, pushing market mood from neutral into clear fear territory. Traders are now leaning increasingly bearish on Bitcoin and the broader market, with many beginning to speculate that a deeper reset could be underway.
As volatility rises and confidence weakens, comparisons to the 2022 bottom are starting to resurface. Here are the key reasons why the crypto market may be heading toward a similar reset phase.
Capital Flowing Out of the Markets
Although the BTC prices have dropped nearly 50% from their ATH above $126K, many fail to mark this rally as a bear market. Moreover, the market participants believe that a strong recovery could be initiated in a short while. However, the Glassnode data suggests that the crypto markets are yet again replicating the 2022-like pattern.
The above chart shows the sustained outflow is once again being seen in the crypto market, which is strongly reminiscent of the 2022 bear market. Since the start of the month, the BTC price has dropped, and the 30-day inflow has dropped as outflows have reached the previous bear market bottom levels. Meanwhile, the stablecoin inflows have also reduced at the same time.
Altcoin Sell-Pressure Just Hit a 5-Year Extreme
This chart shows the 1-year cumulative buy/sell volume difference for altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, alongside BTC’s price. The orange area represents net buying versus selling pressure on centralized exchanges. When it trends downward, it signals sustained net selling in altcoins.
Recently, the metric has plunged sharply into deeply negative territory, marking one of the most aggressive sell-offs in years. This suggests heavy distribution or even capitulation across the altcoin market. Interestingly, similar extreme readings in the past have aligned with broader market bottoms or late-stage corrections. The sharp drop implies risk-off behavior, liquidity withdrawal, and growing fear, conditions often seen during major market reset phases.
When Will the Crypto Markets Undergo a ‘Reset’?
This chart highlights Bitcoin’s long-term price cycles against the 200-week moving average (green line), a key structural support level across every major bear market. The shaded red zones mark the 2011, 2014, 2018, 2022, and a potential 2026 bear phase.
Source:X
Historically, Bitcoin has consistently retraced toward or slightly below the 200-week MA during deep corrections before establishing a macro bottom. Each touch of this level has marked high-probability accumulation zones for long-term traders. The current structure suggests price is once again approaching this critical support region. If the 200-week MA holds, it could form the base for the next expansion phase.
A decisive breakdown, however, would signal a deeper structural shift, which may ‘reset’ the crypto market and begin with a recovery phase.
The price of Bitcoin is currently moving in a consolidation phase, near short-term technical levels that could determine the next major direction. While the broader long-term trend has already been discussed extensively by analysts, recent short-timeframe chart activity shows the market is still forming a corrective structure rather than a full bullish breakout.
Support zone remains the key battleground
Bitcoin continues to hold an important short-term support area between $66,200 and $67,800, a range that many traders consider critical for maintaining the current recovery attempt. As long as this zone remains intact, the market can continue building an upward corrective structure, often described by technical analysts as an ABC formation, which is typically part of a broader “B-wave rally.”
A B-wave rally usually represents a temporary recovery within a larger corrective cycle. Because these moves are often irregular and unpredictable, analysts warn that expectations should remain flexible. Price action during such phases tends to be slower and less aggressive compared with the strong momentum seen in clear bull runs.
Resistance levels to watch next
For bullish momentum to strengthen, Bitcoin must first break above the $68,380 resistance level, which currently acts as the first structural signal that buyers are regaining control. A confirmed breakout above this level could shift market focus toward the next resistance zones around $69,250 and $70,800. Clearing these areas would open the door for a stronger upward continuation and increase the probability of higher price targets in the near term.
However, until these resistance levels are decisively breached, the market remains in a waiting phase, with price movements appearing relatively muted and lacking strong directional momentum.
Downside risk still present
If Bitcoin fails to hold the current support zone, analysts warn that the next larger support could lie near the $55,000 to $56,000 range. A breakdown below the upper support area around $66,257 would weaken the short-term bullish scenario and signal the possibility of another corrective leg downward before any sustained rally begins.
Arkham Intelligence released new on-chain data showing that six entities control a combined 4.25 million Bitcoin. That’s roughly 21% of all BTC that will ever exist, and most of it isn’t going anywhere.
Satoshi Nakamoto still tops the list with 1,096,358 BTC, worth around $75 billion. Arkham traced these coins using a known mining pattern called the Patoshi Pattern, linking them to 22,000 mined blocks. None of it has moved since 2010.
Coinbase comes in second with 993,069 BTC ($68 billion) on-chain, held on behalf of itself and its custody clients. BlackRock follows at 761,801 BTC ($52 billion), most of it tied to its spot Bitcoin ETF.
Strategy’s Real Bitcoin Holdings Are Bigger Than They Look
Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, reports total holdings of 714,644 BTC ($54 billion). But only 415,230 BTC shows up under its name on-chain. The rest gets attributed to Fidelity Custody because of how its custodial system groups wallets together.
The U.S. Government holds 328,372 BTC ($22 billion). Almost all of it came from law enforcement seizures, including the Bitfinex hack recovery, the Silk Road marketplace shutdown, and the LuBian Hacker address.
Tether holds 96,369 BTC ($6.5 billion) as part of its reserve management, making it the top private company holder.
The Biggest Bitcoin Wallets All Belong to Exchanges
The top four individual Bitcoin wallets are all exchange cold wallets. Binance owns the two largest, holding 249K and 157K BTC. Robinhood holds 141K BTC and Bitfinex holds 130K BTC.
These wallets store client funds, not the exchanges’ own Bitcoin.
How Much Bitcoin Is Actually Left to Buy?
An estimated 3.7 million BTC is permanently lost in wallets that can never be accessed. That brings the real supply well below the 21 million cap. Factor in Satoshi’s dormant coins, government holdings, ETF reserves, and corporate treasuries, and the amount of BTC that is actually available to trade keeps getting smaller.
The WLFI price just ripped 25% higher intraday and no, it wasn’t random. A so-called “golden ticket” style invitation for an event at Mar-a-Lago flipped sentiment fast, and traders wasted no time piling in. Momentum didn’t just tick up. It exploded.
Futures Volume Goes Parabolic
Futures activity spiked 225%, with volume reaching $921.63 million. Open interest surged 58% to $288 million. That’s not subtle positioning that’s aggressive exposure.
And when leverage floods in, liquidations follow. Over the past 24 hours, total liquidations hit $2.34 million. Shorts took the bigger hit at $1.69 million, while longs saw just $649.33K wiped out. That imbalance tells you exactly who got squeezed as the WLFI price squeezed higher.
Well, here’s the kicker. On-chain data also showed a spike in daily active addresses. Most likely tied to the Mar-a-Lago event buzz, which features 38 speakers on the panel. Whether it delivers “market-shaping insights” or not, perception alone was enough to spark intraday demand.
Whales Accumulate, Exchanges Drain
Behind the scenes, bigger players appear to be stepping in. The 10 million-to-infinity holder cohort has been trending upward, suggesting whale accumulation during this surge. At the same time, exchange outflows flipped inflows which is never a neutral signal. Tokens are moving off platforms, not onto them.
That shift matters. It suggests the 25% move may not be purely speculative froth. If supply keeps tightening on exchanges while demand spikes, the WLFI price chart could reflect that imbalance quickly. But let’s be real. Intraday hype doesn’t automatically equal sustainable trend.
Key Levels on WLFI Price Chart
Technically, a wedge pattern is in play on the daily timeframe. The $0.100 zone has emerged as a key demand area, showing intraday support and reclaiming the 20-day EMA in the process.
If bullish momentum continues, clearing $0.140 becomes critical. That level dynamically aligns with the 50-day EMA band and could open the door toward $0.160 by month’s end.
So what’s next? Short term, the WLFI price prediction leans constructive as long as $0.100 holds. But zoom out, and the longer-term outlook still depends on broader demand expansion.
The event could be a catalyst or just a spark. Either way, for now, the WLFI price isn’t moving quietly.
Bitcoin slips ~2% in 7d as MUFG touts stablecoins’ price-stable payments. An analyst at Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group has stated that stablecoins represent a more suitable currency option than Bitcoin for payment purposes, according to recent commentary from the Japanese…
Cumulative spot selling pressure across altcoins, excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum, has reached a five-year extreme, according to data released by CryptoQuant, marking one of the most persistent distribution phases in recent market cycles. The cumulative buy-sell difference for altcoins now…
Following the latest rebound in Bitcoin and Ethereum, Cardano’s price has also staged a modest recovery. ADA opened the session near $0.281 and continues to trade slightly above that level, around $0.282, after retreating from an intraday high of $0.2858. However, trading volume has continued to decline even as price action holds above local support at $0.275.
While this suggests underlying demand is attempting to build, repeated failures to reclaim the $0.30 resistance level could keep the broader bearish structure intact, raising concerns about the strength of the current bounce.
Cardano (ADA) Price Analysis For This Week
In the short term, the ADA price is trading within an average range where the volume is decreasing, and the volatility is compressing. The squeeze in the Bollinger bands validates this claim, which also points towards a major move incoming. With this, the price has entered a decisive phase where an upcoming move may either rise by more than 8% to reach $0.3 or undergo an 8% pullback to reach $0.25.
Cardano price continues to consolidate within a tight range near the midline of its rising parallel channel, reflecting market indecision. The RSI has hovered around the neutral 50 level for several sessions, keeping price action compressed within an accumulation zone. Meanwhile, the bands are beginning to squeeze, a setup that typically precedes expansion. A decisive move, backed by volume, could either drive ADA toward the $0.30 resistance or drag it back toward the $0.25 support region
Even if bulls manage a breakout above $0.30, the higher-timeframe structure still leans bearish, with lower highs intact. Notably, long-term volatility bands are also compressing, signaling the potential for a larger directional move ahead. A sustained push toward $0.36 would be required to invalidate the broader bearish bias and shift sentiment decisively in favor of the bulls. Until then, the risk of a deeper corrective move continues to shadow the ongoing recovery attempt of the Cardano (ADA) price rally.
Will the ADA Price Reach $0.5 in February?
In the past few days, the traders seem to have shifted their focus to Cardano as the platform’s social activity has surged to a large extent. The recent data from LunarCrush suggests that the creators, engagements, mentions and posts have risen significantly compared to the previous week or month.
The top trending discussion around Cardano is the integration of USDCx, a stablecoin, by the end of the month. Followed by the launch of the futures contract for Cardano by CME Group and the ongoing development regarding the Rosetta Java v2.0.0 upgrade. These suggest the market participants are optimistic over the ADA price rally, which may have a positive impact in the coming days.
BRICS nations, including Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and many other nations, have publicly discussed reducing reliance on the US dollar in cross-border trade.
But new news is circulating on X that BRICS nations are in talks with Ripple, a leading cross-border payment solution, to create a global digital currency and may use the XRP Ledger for payments between member countries.
So Coinpedia stepped in to fact-check whether the claim is real or just another rumor.
Who Made This Claim?
An X user known as “Ledger Man” claimed that BRICS countries were “talking with Ripple” to use the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for central bank digital currency infrastructure.
But is this claim actually true? Let’s break it down.
Coinpedia’s Key Findings: What’s Actually True?
No Official Confirmation From BRICS or Ripple
As of now, there is no official statement from BRICS governments or Ripple confirming any partnership involving the XRP Ledger.
However, major international partnerships involving central banks are always publicly disclosed, and no such announcement exists.
BRICS Is Developing Its Own Payment Infrastructure
BRICS nations are actively working on alternative payment systems such as BRICS Pay and cross-border settlement platforms to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar.
Instead of adopting XRP, BRICS is working on a gold-backed digital settlement unit to facilitate trade among member countries.
Therefore, their is no official document stating that XRPL has been selected as the underlying infrastructure.
Ripple Has Central Bank Partnerships, But Not With BRICS
However, there is no evidence that BRICS as an organization has entered into any agreement with Ripple.
Summary Table: Coinpedia’s Evidence Against the Theory
Claim Made by Theory
Coinpedia’s Counter-Evidence
BRICS working with Ripple officially
No official BRICS or Ripple confirmation
XRP Ledger selected for BRICS payments
No verified adoption announced
BRICS building XRP-based digital currency
BRICS developing independent CBDC systems
Conclusion
Claim
Are BRICS countries exploring Ripple XRP Ledger for digital payments?
Verdict
False
Fact-Check by Coinpedia
As per Coinpedia research and review of official sources, there is no verifiable evidence that BRICS countries are working with Ripple or using the XRP Ledger for digital payments. The rumor appears to have started from speculation around BRICS de-dollarization efforts and Ripple’s blockchain infrastructure expansion.Until then, this claim remains unverified and speculative.
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Bitcoin is trading sideways around $68,000, stuck in a $65K-$72K range since early February. Outflows of $105 million from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs are capping short-term rallies, while low volatility keeps the market in a holding pattern. Bulls highlight strong support near $50K and undervaluation versus gold, but bears warn of potential drops to $48K-$42K if key levels break. Recent $193 million in liquidations show risks are still high as traders wait for the next big move.
Retail crypto investors are increasingly moving beyond the largest cryptocurrencies and building long-term positions in select altcoins, according to insights shared by a senior executive at Caleb & Brown, a global crypto brokerage that works closely with high-net-worth and retail clients.
Speaking about recent client activity, the executive Jake Boyle revealed that investor interest has remained strong even during market pullbacks in early 2026, with many traders using volatility as an opportunity to accumulate assets they believe have long-term growth potential.
Newer projects attracting strong retail demand
Among the standout altcoins gaining traction is Canton Network, which has become one of the most popular projects across the firm’s client base. The executive explained that newer tokens often benefit from investor optimism because they have not yet gone through severe multi-year bear markets that can damage sentiment.
According to the brokerage, investors often find it psychologically easier to support newer assets that still appear to have “fresh upside potential,” rather than buying older altcoins that may still be trading far below their previous cycle highs. This sentiment-driven behavior has helped newer blockchain projects attract steady inflows from retail buyers looking for long-term opportunities.
Hyperliquid also sees growing investor attention
Another project drawing interest is Hyperliquid. Clients have been particularly focused on its trading behavior, as the token has occasionally shown price movements that differ from Bitcoin’s trend. In some recent market sessions, the asset recorded gains even while Bitcoin declined, prompting traders to view it as a potential diversification play within crypto portfolios.
Such performance patterns have encouraged investors to monitor altcoins that do not always move in perfect correlation with the broader market, especially during periods of volatility.
Despite the recent correction across digital assets, the brokerage reports continued “buy-side pressure” from clients. The executive attributed this to increasing investor education and greater awareness of historical crypto market cycles. Many clients now follow a strategy of accumulating assets during periods of market fear and reducing exposure during times of extreme optimism.
Because the firm maintains direct advisory relationships with clients, investors are often guided through historical market patterns, helping them remain confident during downturns rather than exiting positions prematurely.
Tokenization trend expected to reshape investing
Looking ahead, the executive believes that tokenized financial assets, including tokenized stocks and commodities, could further reshape investor behavior by reducing the divide between traditional finance and crypto markets. As tokenized assets become easier to trade alongside cryptocurrencies, capital may begin flowing more freely between asset classes, potentially increasing overall participation in digital asset markets.
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FAQs
Why are retail investors accumulating altcoins during market pullbacks?
Retail investors buy altcoins during dips to lower their average cost, betting on long-term growth as crypto cycles historically recover after fear-driven selloffs.
What could happen next if altcoin accumulation continues?
If accumulation persists, select altcoins may outperform in a recovery. Strong demand during fear often signals growing long-term conviction.
How could tokenized assets reshape crypto investing next?
Tokenized stocks and commodities could merge traditional finance with crypto, increasing liquidity and expanding participation across markets.
The Bitcoin price is hovering in a range of $60K to $70K and quietly sketching a structure that feels eerily familiar. If this is a bullish divergence phase like the one after the 2021 crash, then the current Bitcoin price prediction might frustrate impatient bulls more than outright bears ever did.
First Top Shock Repeats
Based on an analyst theory, March 2021 gave us the first major top. Because at this time, the momentum overheated. Retail was euphoric. RSI stretched thin. Then the sharp correction arrived.
Fast forward to December 2024, First time the 2021 Ath was flipped. This became the first top of this cycle, after 2021 crash.
Then second top came in October 2025 when 126K was reached. Now in 2026, the structure is uncomfortably similar.
Markets cool off after vertical expansion. That’s not drama, it’s mechanics and how BTC price action has been. The level it holds points to two main theories, first failure to hold $60K and market crashes more and second it repeats what it did afterwards 2022.
Therefore, if price avoids slipping under $60K while forming a bullish RSI divergence, it would resemble the 2022 reset phase that followed the 2021 crash. Not identical. But close enough to raise eyebrows.
Second Peak, Weaker Momentum
Lets have a look at follow up momentum after each primary bullish rallies. In march 2021 the primary rally marked first top and October 2021 showed a follow up momentum that delivered the second top. It looked strong. It felt bullish.
But momentum was already weaker than the first peak. Then came those slow, grinding weeks of red candles.
Now if we look at October 2025. Then its second top again and like previous history the next RSI divergence seems like an option.
Since, history doesn’t replay perfectly. Still, it tends to rhyme and this one feels almost scripted only if $60K isn’t lost.
The Boring Base Phase
Similar to 2022 exhaustion phase where momentum was range bound which is often called boring phase.
Now this phase in 2026 seems like a possibility. As weekly RSI is hovering near zones that previously marked exhaustion again.
But this is boring phase that tests investors patience and filters out weak hands. So it isnt this easy to look at fireworks in BTC price.
This is the part nobody enjoys. Compression. Sideways drift. Narrative fatigue. But structurally, this is where long-term cycles tend to rebuild.
Well, here’s the kicker. The previous peak-to-new-ATH cycle took roughly 30 months. From the 2021 top to the 2024 breakout, so the key player here was time, not hype ans neither was the catalyst.
If the same rhythm applies from the October 2025 second top, then that stretches meaningful expansion toward 2027–2028 and most of the 2026 could pass in compression.
Even the projected $120K to $130K zone wouldn’t arrive tomorrow. It would arrive late, if we look at history.
So, what’s next? If history’s cadence holds, the Bitcoin price may simply be grinding through its “base-building” chapter. No collapse. No instant moonshot. Just time doing what it has always done to Bitcoin/USD compress first, expand later.
And if this cycle truly isn’t different, then the real Bitcoin price analysis suggests breakout might be delayed, not denied.
Solana (SOL) price is struggling near the $85 mark, after failing to reclaim the $100 psychological level. The broader crypto market remains stable, but Solana is not showing relative strength. Instead, SOL is drifting inside a weakening structure that has produced consistent lower lows since the rejection near $130. The question now shifts from recovery to stability: Can $85 hold as a base, or is this just a pause before another leg lower?
Solana’s on-chain data reinforces the cautious price structure. SOL’s Total Value Locked currently sits near $6.58 billion, reflecting a noticeable moderation from prior peaks.
While the decline is not dramatic, it signals that capital inflows have slowed rather than expanded. In strong recovery phases, TVL typically rises alongside price as liquidity returns aggressively. That dynamic is absent for now. Transaction data paints a similar picture. Over the past 24 hours, decentralized exchange volume has reached approximately $2.67 billion, while perpetual futures volume stands near $1.01 billion. Active addresses are around 1.99 million.
The divergence between price stability and slowing network expansion often precedes range-bound consolidation. Markets tend to require renewed participation before sustaining upside breakouts. Until TVL and network activity flows begin trending higher, price rallies may struggle to hold momentum.
Solana Price Compresses Below $100: What’s Next?
Solana price remains inside a broader corrective channel that began after the rejection from the $120 region. Currently, SOL price is compressing between $80 and $90 range, making it a structural demand area. However, each rebound from this region has printed progressively lower highs. That formation suggests controlled distribution rather than aggressive accumulation. The drop below $100 transformed that level into a key resistance ceiling. Since then, each rebound has struggled to sustain follow-through. SOL’s immediate support now sits between $78-$80. A sustained break below $78 would likely expose the next demand region near $70-$72, where earlier accumulation phases occurred.
On the upside, price must first reclaim the $90-$95 resistance band before attempting a move back toward $100. A daily close above $100 would invalidate the sequence of lower highs and potentially restore short-term bullish structure. Until that happens, rallies appear corrective rather than reversing. The next sustained move will depend on whether network activity and capital flows begin to expand again. Until then, price action remains cautious, controlled, and technically compressed within a narrowing decision zone.
The first quarterly report for the Franklin Templeton XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF), trading under the ticker XRPZ, has offered an early look at how quickly institutional investors are entering the XRP market. The filing shows that the fund, launched in late November 2025, already controls a massive pool of XRP worth hundreds of millions of dollars, signaling a growing shift from retail-driven trading to institutional participation.
The ETF officially began operations on November 24, 2025, and is listed on NYSE Arca, giving traditional investors a simple way to gain exposure to XRP without directly buying or storing the digital asset. By the end of December 2025, the fund held more than 118.3 million XRP, valued at approximately $216 million, according to the quarterly filing.
Rapid asset build-up after launch
The numbers show that the fund scaled quickly within weeks of launching. Initial seed investments and large creation unit purchases helped expand holdings rapidly, bringing total net assets to over $216 million by year-end.
The ETF had 10.9 million shares outstanding at the end of the reporting period, reflecting strong early participation from authorized institutional investors who create ETF shares by contributing XRP or cash.
Although the fund recorded an unrealized loss of about $28.6 million during the quarter, this was mainly due to short-term price movements in XRP rather than operational issues. Since the ETF is designed to passively track the price of XRP, its value naturally rises or falls with the underlying asset.
Designed to simplify XRP investing
The ETF operates as a passive investment vehicle that seeks to mirror XRP’s price performance before expenses. Instead of requiring investors to manage private keys, wallets, or exchange accounts, the ETF provides exposure through the traditional stock market. Custody of the XRP holdings is handled by institutional digital asset custodians, while the fund’s daily net asset value is calculated using recognized benchmark pricing.
This structure is aimed at attracting institutional funds, retirement accounts, and investors who prefer regulated securities markets over direct cryptocurrency trading platforms.
Institutional adoption narrative strengthens
The accumulation of over 118 million XRP within just weeks of launch suggests that institutional demand for XRP-linked investment products is beginning to expand. As more asset managers introduce regulated crypto investment vehicles, ETFs like XRPZ could play a major role in bringing larger pools of capital into the XRP ecosystem.
With traditional finance firms now offering regulated access to digital assets, the early growth of Franklin Templeton’s XRP ETF signals that the institutional era for XRP investing may already be underway.
The altcoin market just set a new record that no one wanted. Crypto assets outside Bitcoin and Ethereum have now closed five consecutive months in the red, a streak that has no precedent in crypto history.
Michaël van de Poppe, CIO and Founder of MN Fund, highlighted this on X, calling it a first for the market.
“For the 5th month in a row, a red candle on #Altcoins. Interestingly enough; this has never happened before. Not once,” he wrote.
He also pointed out that social media interest in crypto has dropped to extremely low levels, reflecting just how far retail enthusiasm has fallen.
The selling pressure behind this streak is even more alarming. Crypto analyst Ash Crypto shared CryptoQuant data revealing that altcoins have faced nonstop dumping for over a year.
“For 13 consecutive months, alts have been sold non-stop, with net sell volume hitting $209 billion,” Ash Crypto said.
That figure is worse than anything recorded during the 2022 bear market or the FTX collapse. The buy/sell difference for altcoins sat near zero in January 2025. Since then, selling has moved in one direction only.
So Is the Bottom Close?
Despite the brutal data, van de Poppe is not writing altcoins off. His chart marks the current altcoin market cap zone around $714 billion as a “Dip buying” area.
He said that a slight recovery in the current monthly candle over the next few weeks could signal the correction is nearing its end.
“If this monthly candle can climb up slightly more over the course of the next few weeks, the chances of this correction to be over have significantly increased,” van de Poppe added.
The next two weeks will be telling. February’s candle close will either break the five-month losing streak or push the altcoin market deeper into bearish territory.
Kraken has integrated its over-the-counter (OTC) trading desk with ICE Chat, the institutional messaging platform operated by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). Announced on February 17, 2026, the move enables more than 120,000 ICE Chat users to directly engage with Kraken’s OTC desk through the same system they use for traditional financial market activity.
With this integration, Kraken becomes the first cryptocurrency platform approved to connect with ICE Chat. The development marks a meaningful step in aligning digital assets with established financial market infrastructure.
How the Integration Works
The integration allows institutional traders to communicate with Kraken’s OTC desk directly within ICE Chat, eliminating the need to log into separate crypto trading platforms. ICE Chat is widely used by banks, brokers, hedge funds, and trading desks for real-time negotiation and execution across equities, fixed income, commodities, and derivatives.
Kraken’s OTC desk focuses on large block trades in crypto spot and options markets. These trades are typically structured to minimize price slippage and market disruption, which is especially important for institutions managing sizable positions.
By embedding its services into ICE Chat, Kraken simplifies access to crypto liquidity while keeping the trading process inside familiar, regulated communication channels.
Why This Matters for Institutional Adoption
One of the key challenges in institutional crypto adoption has been workflow disruption. Large financial firms operate within tightly integrated systems for compliance, reporting, and communication. Introducing separate crypto platforms often creates operational friction.
ICE Chat includes compliance-focused tools such as AI-powered Smart Text Recognition, which helps firms monitor and archive trade-related communications. By integrating into this infrastructure, Kraken aligns its services with institutional compliance standards rather than requiring firms to adapt to new systems.
Kraken Institutional Head Gurpreet Oberoi described the integration as opening “a direct line into core institutional workflows,” underscoring the company’s strategy of embedding crypto access within traditional finance environments.
ICE’s Broader Push Into Digital Assets
The integration also reflects ICE’s expanding footprint in crypto and tokenized markets. The exchange operator, which owns the New York Stock Exchange, has moved beyond traditional exchange infrastructure into blockchain data services and digital asset investments.
Recent initiatives include partnerships to bring market data on-chain, investments in crypto-based platforms, and reported discussions around backing crypto payments firms. These steps highlight ICE’s growing commitment to digital asset infrastructure.
For the broader crypto market, the move reinforces the trend of deeper institutional involvement. As digital assets become more embedded in mainstream financial systems, infrastructure improvements like this could attract additional capital and strengthen overall market maturity.
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While the largest top cryptocurrencies in the industry are finding stable ground, a clear pattern of capital rotation is emerging. Investors who have watched the market for years are starting to look beyond the established altcoins. They are seeking new crypto protocols that offer new utility and room for growth. This movement suggests that the next wave of the bull market may not be led by assets that dominated the past.
Binance Coin (BNB)
As of mid-February 2026, Binance Coin (BNB) is trading at approximately $620. With a market capitalization of over $90 billion, it remains one of the most stable and liquid assets in the crypto space.
The coin serves as the primary utility token for the Binance ecosystem, offering trading fee discounts and access to the Binance Launchpad. Its deflationary model, which involves quarterly token burns, continues to reduce the total supply.
However, BNB faces significant technical hurdles on its path to higher valuation. The token is currently testing a heavy resistance zone at $600, a level that has acted as a psychological and technical ceiling for several months.
Solana (SOL)
Solana (SOL) is currently priced at roughly $85, following a period of consolidation. It holds a market cap of approximately $45 billion, solidifying its position as a leading smart contract platform. Known for its high speed and low transaction costs, Solana has become a favorite for retail traders and developers building decentralized applications. Recent institutional interest through spot ETFs has helped stabilize the price after past volatility.
Despite its popularity, Solana is struggling to break through key resistance levels. The most immediate barrier is at $95, which has rejected multiple recovery attempts. A more significant resistance zone sits at $120, where long-term holders often take profits.
Additionally, the network faces structural challenges regarding value capture, as a large portion of ecosystem fees goes to applications rather than the protocol itself. These factors have led some analysts to look for newer projects with lower market caps and clearer upside potential.
Mutuum Finance (MUTM)
As capital rotates out of larger caps, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is emerging as a top destination. This non-custodial Ethereum protocol allows users to borrow, lend, and earn yield without middlemen, currently priced at $0.04 in its 7th distribution phase.
The protocol offers highly competitive terms, including LTV (Loan-to-Value) ratios up to 80% on top-tier assets and dynamic APYs designed to provide sustainable, market-leading returns for liquidity providers.
The project’s fundamentals are exceptionally strong, having raised over $20.5 million from more than 19,000 individual holders. Since its early 2025 debut at $0.01, the token has already achieved a 300% surge, with a fixed supply of 4 billion tokens and a confirmed $0.06 launch price. This verifiable on-chain distribution ensures a clear path to value for early participants.
Why Analysts See High Potential in MUTM
Experts believe Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is strategically positioned to outperform established giants like BNB and Solana in terms of percentage returns due to its early-stage status and concentrated utility.
While BNB and SOL are pillars of the market, their massive market caps naturally limit their room for exponential growth; for instance, a $1,000 investment in BNB would require the project to hit a $160 billion valuation just to double. In contrast, MUTM operates as a low-cap entry with a significantly higher ceiling for appreciation.
A direct investment comparison highlights these distinct risk-reward profiles. A $1,000 position in BNB or SOL is likely to provide steady, slow growth as part of a balanced, mature portfolio. However, the same $1,000 invested in MUTM at the current price of $0.04 secures 25,000 tokens. As long as the protocol captures even a modest fraction of the DeFi lending market and reaches a price of $0.40, that initial investment would grow to $10,000.
V1 Protocol Launch and Verified Security
The technical engine of Mutuum Finance is already operational. The V1 protocol is live on the Sepolia testnet, where users can explore supply and borrowing flows. This beta version allows participants to interact with liquidity pools and receive mtTokens. These tokens act as yield-bearing receipts. Their value increases over time as interest is collected within the system, allowing users to earn passive profits without selling their original assets.
Security is the top priority for the Mutuum Finance’s team. The project has successfully completed a manual code audit with Halborn Security. It also holds a high 90/100 trust score from CertiK. These layers of protection ensure the integrity of the borrowing and liquidation logic.
Additionally, an active $50,000 bug bounty program encourages independent review of the code. By linking token value directly to platform usage through its buy-and-distribute mechanism highlighted in the official roadmap, Mutuum Finance offers a sustainable growth model for the years ahead.
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While the broader crypto market remains relatively stable with majors consolidating near short-term ranges, Origin (LGNS) is beginning to stand out on the technical front. The token has climbed roughly 7% on the week, not through explosive momentum, but through a steady grind higher that now places it directly beneath a multi-month descending trendline. This is not just another intraday resistance test. Now, price is pressing into that structure again, but this time with improving structure and stronger volume backing the move. The real question is whether it can break the structure that has defined its entire correction.
On the higher timeframe chart, LGNS has respected a clean descending resistance line, connecting prior swing highs from mid-cycle distribution to recent failed recoveries. Each test of this line previously resulted in sharp rejection and continuation lower. This time, however, the structure leading into resistance looks different. Instead of a vertical spike into the trendline, LGNS has formed a gradual series of higher lows beneath it. That subtle shift matters. Compression under resistance zone often precedes breakout attempts because it reflects sustained demand rather than reactive buying.
LGNS price is now consolidating just below the trendline barrier of $7, suggesting market participants are positioning ahead of a potential move.
A decisive breakout ideally accompanied by expanding volume and a strong close above the descending line hurdle of $7 would invalidate the lower-high sequence that has controlled price for months. That would mark the first structural shift from bearish to neutral, potentially opening a path toward the next supply band to $8-$10. However, failure here would reinforce the downtrend once again. Another rejection would likely send price back toward the $6 support region, where buyers have stepped in during the current recovery phase.
The next move from this compression zone will likely determine whether LGNS transitions into a recovery phase, or extends its multi-month downtrend once again.
Grayscale has officially launched its Sui Staking ETF, which started trading today on NYSE Arca under the ticker GSUI. The fund gives investors regulated exposure to the SUI token while also earning staking rewards, combining traditional ETF investing with crypto yield opportunities.
The listing went live after Grayscale filed the required Form 8-A with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and received approval from NYSE Arca. The ETF charges a 0.35% management fee, but this fee is waived for the first three months or until the fund reaches $1 billion in assets. This move is designed to attract early institutional and retail investors.
The fund is supported by well-known financial institutions. Bank of New York Mellon will handle administration and transfer services, while Coinbase will serve as custodian and prime broker. Market makers such as Jane Street and Virtu are expected to support liquidity, helping ensure smoother trading.
What Makes the Sui Staking ETF Different
Unlike traditional spot crypto ETFs that simply hold tokens, GSUI generates additional income by staking SUI tokens. Staking involves participating in the Sui network to help validate transactions and secure the blockchain. In return, staking rewards are earned.
This means investors could benefit from both SUI price appreciation and staking income. The dual return structure makes it one of the more innovative crypto investment products currently available in the ETF market.
Token Unlock Event in March 2026 Could Pressure SUI Price
Despite the positive ETF launch, short-term risks remain. On March 1, around 43.35 million SUI tokens are scheduled to unlock. A token unlock event increases the circulating supply, which can sometimes lead to selling pressure.
Historically, many token unlocks have been followed by price declines, especially when market demand is weak. SUI’s market cap is currently near $4 billion, and the token has fallen nearly 69% over the past year. This shows that investor sentiment around the altcoin remains cautious.
The SUI unlock is part of a larger wave of token releases. Over the next 30 days, nearly $911 million worth of tokens from multiple crypto projects are expected to enter circulation. This could affect liquidity across the broader altcoin market.
Investors should closely watch trading volume and price action. Heavy selling with rising volume could signal increased pressure, while stable prices would suggest strong buyer support. With Bitcoin dominance around 58%, the overall crypto market looks steady, but the Sui unlock will be an important test for altcoin strength in the coming weeks.
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FAQs
What is the Grayscale Sui Staking ETF (GSUI)?
The Grayscale Sui Staking ETF (GSUI) is a NYSE Arca-listed fund offering regulated SUI exposure while earning staking rewards for investors.
How does the GSUI ETF generate staking rewards?
GSUI stakes SUI tokens on the Sui network, earning validation rewards that may boost returns alongside potential price gains.
What fees does the Grayscale Sui Staking ETF charge?
GSUI charges a 0.35% fee, waived for three months or until assets hit $1B, lowering early investor costs.
Is the Sui Staking ETF better than a spot crypto ETF?
Unlike spot ETFs, GSUI adds staking yield to price exposure, offering dual returns but still carrying market risk.
In recent weeks, the crypto market has reportedly been consolidating or experiencing a small recovery during Asian trading hours, which is then liquidated with the start of the US trading session. Currently, the top two tokens, Bitcoin and Ethereum, surged beyond their respective resistance at $68,000 and $2,000. While the rally remains stuck within a consolidation, a deeper correction or a strong breakout may only prevent the bears from restricting the prices from securing the threshold at $70,000 for BTC & $2,500 for ETH.
Bitcoin Price Analysis for Today: Will Bulls Validate the Current Rebound?
Following a strong recovery from the lows below $60,000, the top crypto seems to have gone into a hibernating mode. The BTC price is maintaining a horizontal consolidation, trading within a pre-determined resistance and support at $71,321 and $65,522 for more than a week. At the same time, the volume has been consistently plunging, hinting towards a lowered participation of the traders. In such conditions, it would be interesting to watch how long the BTC price will sustain above $68,000.
The short-term price action indicates the price is stuck within a decisive symmetrical triangle and triggered a rebound from the support. Despite this rebound, the 50-day MA continues to act as an immediate resistance, while the MACD shows a drop in the selling pressure. Considering the chart patterns, it appears that the BTC price may remain consolidated below $68,000 and may hit an intraday low around $67,300. These upswings and pullbacks may continue until the price reaches the apex of the triangle, which may further initiate a strong price action.
Ethereum Price Analysis for Today: Can ETH Hold Above $2000?
Ethereum price has been failing to rise above the $2,150 resistance since its breakdown in the first few days of the month. Therefore, these levels have now become a local threshold to break, which may even attract a substantial buying volume. For now, the rise above $2000 appears to be short-lived, as the buying pressure has remained within an average range.
The ETH price is closely following the BTC price rally, as the second-largest token is also stuck within a decisive symmetrical triangle. The volatility is shrinking as the Bollinger bands have begun to squeeze in the short term. On the other hand, the stochastic RSI has entered the upper threshold, and the levels are heading for a bearish crossover that may push the prices lower. The chart patterns suggest the consolidation may continue, and the ETH price may close the day’s trade below $2000 but above the local support at $1914.
CryptoQuant founder Ki Young Ju warned on X that roughly 6.89 million BTC are currently vulnerable to quantum attacks. That figure includes an estimated 1 million BTC linked to Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto.
According to Ki Young Ju, 1.91 million BTC sit in old P2PK addresses where public keys are permanently visible on the blockchain. Another 4.98 million BTC may have had their public keys exposed through past transactions. Once a public key is visible on-chain, the risk does not go away.
“Coins that appear perfectly safe today could become spendable by an attacker tomorrow,” he said.
3.4 Million BTC Dormant for Over a Decade
Ki Young Ju noted that about 3.4 million BTC has not moved in over 10 years. Around 1 million of that is tied to Satoshi. At current prices, that is hundreds of billions of dollars sitting in addresses that quantum computers could eventually crack.
He framed the situation as binary. Either Bitcoin upgrades its protocol and freezes these coins, or quantum attackers eventually drain them. Anyone using old address types faces the same outcome: coins frozen by design or stolen by force.
Will the Crypto Community Agree?
This is where Ki Young Ju’s argument gets interesting. He said developers can build quantum-resistant solutions.
The problem is getting the Bitcoin community to actually agree on freezing coins, something that goes against Bitcoin’s core principle of immutability.
He pointed to past disputes as evidence. The block size debate lasted over three years and caused hard forks. SegWit2x failed to get enough community support. Freezing dormant coins would face similar, if not stronger, pushback.
“Technical fixes move fast. Social consensus does not,” he said. “Developers are not the bottleneck. Social consensus is.”
Ki Young Ju ended with a direct question to the community: Would you support freezing dormant coins, including Satoshi’s, to protect Bitcoin from quantum attacks? Or does that go against everything Bitcoin stands for?
If that question alone already divides the community, he said, the quantum debate needs to start now.
When privacy is optional, networks fracture into public and private activity, shrinking anonymity sets and weakening protection for those who do opt in.
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Ethereum’s Beacon Deposit Contract has reached 80.97 million ETH, now holding over 50% of the total supply for the first time in its 11-year history. This growth from 77.85 million a month ago reflects continued deposits following the 2022 Merge, where users lock ETH to secure the network and earn rewards. Long-term holders show commitment with steady inflows, while analysts note that rising staking reduces liquid supply, signaling tighter liquidity ahead for trading.
XRP is trading near $1.48, holding a $90 billion market cap, and remains the fourth-largest crypto behind Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether. Technical indicators show weekly and monthly RSI in oversold zones, signaling a potential rebound. Enthusiasts who held through February’s $1.36 dip are cheering a recovery, while Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse highlights growing institutional interest and 2026 adoption prospects. Analysts like Standard Chartered caution with a $2.80 target, watching support at $1.42–$1.48 for stability.
In the past 24 hours, no major change has been seen in the crypto markets, except for the Bitcoin price, which experienced a minor pullback. The token maintained a tight consolidation until the start of the US trading session and plunged by over $1500 in minutes. With this, the price closed the day’s trade at around $67,500, dropping from the highs around $69,200. The trading volume around BTC has been consistent, around $35 billion, hinting towards an average participation of the traders.
Interestingly, the other top cryptos within the top 10 remain stuck within a tight range. Ethereum consolidates below the local resistance at $2000 while XRP sustains at $1.45, Solana is close to $85, BNB is above $615, and Dogecoin is above $0.1. The crypto market capitalisation surged briefly above $2.3 trillion, but the volume dropped marginally from $98 billion to $84 billion. In the times when the crypto market sentiments have improved a bit, the Santiment data tells a different story.
The chart above shows that traders’ sentiment has become extremely negative. The market participants seem to have been extremely disappointed, angry, and fearful, as keywords such as ‘Angry’, ‘Frustrated’, or ‘offended’ have reached their highest levels since Trump was first elected. These extreme negative sentiments often signal an opportunity for those positioned as contrarians.
Bitcoin-Led Selling, Liquidations and Weak Institutional Demand
Bitcoin price fell 0.78%, contributing over 80% of the total market’s decline. The drop triggered $67.01 million in forced liquidations over 24 hours, with long positions making up 74% of the total. This suggests the market is following Bitcoin’s lead, and hence a sustained break below the $65,000 spot bid zone may trigger another wave of liquidations.
On the other hand, the spot Bitcoin ETFs have seen four consecutive weeks of outflows, with over $133 million leaving last week alone. The on-chain data suggests the current accumulation is notably weaker than during the November 2025 bounce. This suggests the institutional buying has cooled a bit, and hence, a reversal in weekly ETF net flows from negative to positive may signal renewed institutional confidence.
Near-Term Outlook: Here’s What to Watch Out for This Week
The immediate outlook hinges on Bitcoin’s ability to defend the $65,000 to $67,000 range. Key resistance sits at the 7-day simple moving average near $70,000. The next major macro catalyst is the release of U.S. PCE inflation data on February 28. Holding the support is pretty crucial to prevent a deeper correction, and a rise above $70,000 would help neutralize the short-term bearish structure.
Overall, the current dip is driven by Bitcoin’s weakness, amplified by liquidations and tempered by institutional inflows. The crypto market is looking for a base as the sentiment is stuck in extreme fear. Therefore, now the question arises for the week whether spot demand can absorb selling pressure at the $65,000 support or if fatigue sets in for a retest of lower levels.
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Robinhood Markets has announced a new plan aimed at giving everyday investors access to private companies before they go public, an area that has usually been limited to venture capital firms and large institutions.
The company has launched Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) and started its IPO roadshow for a public offering of about $1 billion in common shares. The shares are expected to trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker RVI.
Retail investors can request IPO shares at an expected price of $25 each. The offering includes 40 million shares 35 million from the fund and 5 million from Robinhood Markets. Goldman Sachs is managing the offering. Underwriters also have the option to purchase up to 6 million additional shares within 30 days.
What the Fund Will Invest In
RVI plans to invest in a group of well-known private companies, including:
Databricks
Revolut
Airwallex
Boom Supersonic
Mercor
Oura
Ramp
The fund also has an agreement to buy shares of Stripe after its IPO.
These companies operate in areas like fintech, software, consumer technology, and aerospace. Through this fund, individual investors may gain exposure to businesses that are still private — something that has traditionally required large capital or accredited investor status.
Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev said the goal is to give retail investors earlier access to companies that often see major growth before listing publicly.
Robinhood’s latest earnings report showed mixed performance, with crypto trading revenue declining in Q4 2025. Slower trading activity across both stocks and crypto has pushed the company to look for new revenue sources.
Launching RVI appears to be part of that effort, expanding beyond regular stock and crypto trading into private market investments.
Market Reaction
Robinhood’s stock (HOOD) fell 0.70% in the past 24 hours. Trading volume also declined 27.47% compared to the previous session, reaching $2.37 billion.
The drop in price and volume suggests investors are cautious, especially as Robinhood moves into private market investing while overall retail trading activity remains subdued.
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What is Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI)?
Robinhood Ventures Fund I (RVI) is a $1B public fund offering retail investors exposure to private companies before IPOs, trading on NYSE under RVI.
How can retail investors buy RVI IPO shares?
Investors can request RVI IPO shares at an expected $25 price through Robinhood before listing, subject to allocation and availability.
Why is Robinhood launching RVI now?
After slower stock and crypto trading in Q4 2025, Robinhood is expanding into private markets to diversify revenue and growth.
What are the risks of investing in RVI?
Private investments can be volatile, less liquid, and long-term focused, so returns may vary and capital could be at risk.
The Donald Trump family-backed project, World Liberty Financial, has seen its WLFI token price surge nearly 20% today. As of now, the $WLFI price is hovering around $0.1175, giving it a market cap of about $3.13 billion.
While most major coins trade in the red, this sharp rise raises questions among investors: why is the World Liberty Financial WLFI token price up today?
Why WLFI token price up today?
WLFI Event at Mar-a-Lago
One of the biggest reasons behind the World Liberty Financial WLFI price rally is a high-profile event taking place at Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump’s Florida resort, on 18th February.
As per the WLFI announcement, the event will host CEOs from major financial and crypto firms, including Coinbase, BitGo, Nasdaq, Franklin Templeton, and Goldman Sachs. Other well-known figures include rapper Nicki Minaj, investor Kevin O’Leary, and the president of FIFA and the NYSE.
Around 300 global leaders will attend the event. Several experts expect World Liberty Financial (WLFI) to make major announcements today.
Another key factor supporting the WLFI price surge is aggressive whale accumulation. On-chain data shows that a newly created wallet spent approximately $2.75 million USDC to purchase over 21 million WLFI tokens in a single transaction.
However, wallets linked to the World Liberty Financial team have also increased their holdings. One team-linked wallet reportedly received $10 million from Coinbase, signaling strong internal confidence in the project’s future.
This increase in whale buying has pushed WLFI trading volume up nearly 120% in the past 24 hours, reaching around $242 million. Rising volume often signals that investors are showing stronger interest in the asset.
At the same time, open interest rose about 40% to roughly $250 million, while funding rates stayed negative. This suggests many traders were betting against the token.
Liquidation Add More Pressue On Short seller
As the WLFI price started rising, short sellers closed their positions, creating additional buying pressure.
Over the past 24 hours, WLFI recorded approximately $1.18 million in total liquidations, with $770,000 coming from short positions alone.
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Why is the WLFI token price up today?
WLFI rose nearly 20% due to a high-profile Mar-a-Lago event, strong whale buying, rising trading volume, and short liquidations boosting demand.
What is the Mar-a-Lago event for World Liberty Financial?
It’s a high-profile summit at Donald Trump’s resort hosting CEOs from Coinbase and Goldman Sachs, where experts expect World Liberty Financial to make major announcements.
What does the spike in WLFI trading volume indicate?
The sharp increase in volume, up 120% to $242 million, signals strong investor interest and confirms that the price move is backed by real market activity.
Is WLFI token a good investment?
WLFI’s rally reflects positive sentiment, but crypto investing carries risk—research fundamentals, news, and your own goals before deciding.
The broader crypto market is trading in a muted tone, with Bitcoin and major altcoins consolidating after recent volatility. In that relatively calm backdrop, Pi Network price is quietly gaining momentum. PI has advanced more than 6% on the day, extending its weekly recovery as traders position ahead of the project’s first anniversary on February 20.
With sentiment stabilizing across the market, PI’s strength stands out, particularly as structural supply pressure appears to be moderating. That raises a natural question: Is this pre-anniversary optimism, or the early stage of a broader breakout?
Recent PiScan migration statistics show a pause in daily mainnet transfers. Earlier in February, daily migration volumes were substantial, including 71.18 million PI on February 6 and 58.33 million PI on February 2. Those flows steadily expanded circulating liquidity. However, the most recent update shows migration activity cooling significantly, with the last recorded daily migration around 259,397 PI before activity effectively paused. In total, more than 616.7 million PI tokens have migrated to mainnet so far, representing roughly $117.5 million in value at current prices. That cumulative figure is significant, but the key variable now is flow direction, and it has slowed.
Mainnet migration enables users to move unlocked PI into the active ecosystem, potentially increasing exchange-side supply. A pause in that process reduces fresh token availability, particularly on centralized platforms. In markets where demand remains stable, even a temporary supply contraction can support price.
With the anniversary approaching, traders appear to be front-running the tightening liquidity conditions rather than waiting for confirmation.
PI Price Structure Tightens Beneath Major Resistance
Pi network price structure has shifted from a clear downtrend into a stabilization phase. The chart shows that PI previously formed consecutive lower highs and lower lows before finding demand near $0.16 region. The reaction from that zone was sharp, producing a strong impulsive move back toward the $0.19-$0.20 supply zone. The short-term moving averages are curling upward and beginning to compress beneath price, indicating improving momentum. However, PI price remains capped under horizontal resistance of $0.20, meaning breakout confirmation is still pending.
A decisive daily close above $0.20 would invalidate the recent lower-high structure and open a path toward the next supply block near $0.22-$0.25. On the downside, an immediate support zone around $0.180, below the band, would weaken the breakout setup and likely drag price back toward the $0.16 base.
Anniversary Momentum: Catalyst or Coincidence?
As February 20 approaches, market psychology becomes a factor. Anniversary events often renew community engagement and social momentum, even if they do not introduce fundamental changes. Combined with reduced migration inflows and improving technical structure, the setup places Pi Network price at a decision point. The coming sessions will determine whether this rally extends into a confirmed breakout above $0.20, or stalls once again beneath overhead supply.
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At present, cryptocurrency trading in Russia operates mostly outside direct government control. Daily trading volume is estimated at around 50 billion rubles, highlighting the scale of crypto activity in the country.
Plan to Shift Crypto Trading to Russian Platforms
Russian officials appear focused on keeping crypto-related revenue inside the country. Sergey Shvetsov, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Moscow Exchange, stated that Russian traders pay roughly $15 billion every year in fees to overseas crypto exchanges.
With new digital asset laws expected soon, authorities are likely aiming to redirect crypto trading, Bitcoin transactions, and altcoin investments toward regulated domestic platforms. This could strengthen oversight of crypto wallets, exchanges, and blockchain transactions within Russia’s financial system.
Nikita Zuborev, a senior analyst at Bestchange.ru, said large-scale website blocking is a “likely scenario.” He suggested that Roskomnadzor could restrict access to unregistered crypto exchanges using tools such as DNS blocking and tighter monitoring of internet traffic.
Concerns Over Black Market Growth
However, experts warn that strict restrictions may not stop foreign crypto trading completely. If international platforms are not allowed to obtain local licenses or partner with Russian brokers, users may turn to peer-to-peer trading, VPN services, and decentralized exchanges.
Zuborev noted that such steps could increase crypto fraud, raise transaction costs, and push parts of the digital currency market into the shadow economy. Instead of reducing crypto activity, tough enforcement could simply make it harder to track.
Given the size of Russia’s crypto market and the popularity of platforms like Binance, analysts believe a full ban would be difficult to enforce in practice.
Dmitry Machikhin, founder of BitOK, suggested Russia could adopt a model similar to Belarus, where cryptocurrency trading is limited to approved domestic exchanges operating under special legal rules.
Legal experts also point out that foreign crypto platforms could be blocked for failing to comply with Russian data storage and localization requirements. At the same time, Roskomnadzor is reportedly developing AI-based systems to better monitor and filter online traffic, which could improve enforcement.
What’s Next for Russia’s Crypto Market?
While tighter crypto regulation appears likely, the long-term outcome will depend on how Russia balances control and innovation. Authorities may choose a controlled legalization approach, allowing regulated crypto exchanges to operate domestically. Alternatively, stricter isolation from global cryptocurrency markets could reshape how Russians buy Bitcoin, trade altcoins, and use digital assets.
For now, the focus is clear: bring crypto trading, exchange activity, and blockchain transactions under national oversight — and keep more of the revenue within Russia’s financial system.
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When will Russia start blocking foreign crypto exchanges?
According to experts, Russia could begin blocking foreign cryptocurrency exchange websites as early as summer 2026, likely aligning with new regulations planned for July 1.
Why is Russia planning to block foreign crypto sites?
Authorities aim to redirect the estimated $15 billion in annual trader fees from overseas platforms to regulated domestic exchanges, bringing digital asset trading under formal state supervision.
How will Russia block access to crypto exchanges?
Experts suggest Roskomnadzor may restrict unregistered platforms using DNS blocking, tighter internet traffic monitoring, and new AI-based systems to filter online activity.
Can Russians still use Binance after the 2026 ban?
A full ban would be difficult to enforce due to the market’s size. However, access will likely be restricted unless foreign platforms obtain local licenses or partner with Russian brokers.
Asset manager Bitwise has filed for a new group of prediction market-style ETFs under the PredictionShares brand, joining Roundhill in the race to bring these event-linked funds to market. The proposed ETFs would let investors gain regulated exposure to binary contracts tied to outcomes of the 2028 U.S. presidential election and the 2026 Congressional midterms, with payouts based on each specific result. Bitwise says the move responds to growing interest in prediction markets and aims to expand access through traditional brokerage accounts. Approval from regulators is still pending.
Global crypto asset manager Bitwise, which oversees more than $15 billion in assets, has filed to launch PredictionShares ETFs designed to track 2028 U.S. election results.
The filing shows plans to launch six separate ETFs tied to the outcomes of major U.S. elections.
Bitwise Files PredictionShares ETFs
On 17 Feb, Bitwise submitted a prospectus to launch six prediction-market ETFs under its PredictionShares brand. These ETFs will be listed on NYSE Arca and structured as part of the Bitwise Funds Trust.
Meanwhile, the lineup he proposed includes funds tied to the 2028 U.S. presidential election and the 2026 congressional elections.
Two funds will track whether a Democratic or Republican candidate wins the presidency in November 2028.
Another two funds will focus on which party gains control of the U.S. Senate in November 2026, while the remaining two funds will track control of the House of Representatives.
The filing confirms that each PredictionShares ETF will function as an exchange-traded fund designed to provide returns based on specific U.S. political election outcomes.
According to the prospectus, each Bitwise PredictionShares ETF will invest at least 80% of its net assets in binary event contracts traded on Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulated exchanges. These contracts operate with a fixed payout structure.
If the predicted political outcome occurs, the contract settles at $1. If the outcome does not occur, the value settles at $0.
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan said prediction markets are growing rapidly and becoming more important in global financial markets.
The company sees prediction market ETF exposure as a new opportunity for investors seeking alternative strategies.
Other ETF Issuers Joining Bitwise
Following Bitwise’s footsteps, GraniteShares also filed on February 17 for six similar ETFs based on U.S. election outcomes. The structure of its proposed funds is almost the same, focusing on political event contracts.
These filings came shortly after Roundhill applied for election-based prediction-market ETFs, signaling rising interest in this space.
Roundhill just filed for a bunch of ETFs that track prediction markets for political elections. Using event contracts. Potentially groundbreaking. If this goes through wow opens up huge door to all kinds of stuff. Ht @Todd_Sohn pic.twitter.com/qmltjlguqn
However, the SEC has not approved any of these products yet. If approved, they could create a new category of regulated investment ETFs linked to U.S. election results.
Two Abu Dhabi-based investment firms, Mubadala Investment Company and Al Warda Investments, increased their Bitcoin exposure in the fourth quarter of 2025, even as the crypto market declined sharply.
Both firms added shares of iShares Bitcoin Trust, a spot Bitcoin ETF managed by BlackRock. The move shows continued interest in regulated crypto investment products despite market volatility.
Mubadala raised its holdings to 12.7 million IBIT shares after buying nearly four million additional shares in Q4. Al Warda increased its position to 8.2 million shares. By the end of 2025, their combined Bitcoin ETF investment was worth more than $1 billion.
Buying During the Bitcoin Price Drop
The timing is notable. The Bitcoin price fell about 23% in Q4 2025. Instead of waiting for recovery, both firms added exposure during the correction.
The weakness continued into early 2026, with Bitcoin falling another 23% year-to-date. As a result, the combined value of their holdings has dropped to just above $800 million, assuming no further purchases.
Still, the strategy reflects long-term positioning rather than short-term trading. Large institutions are increasingly using spot Bitcoin ETFs to gain crypto market exposure. These exchange-traded funds offer:
Regulated investment structure
Easier portfolio management
High liquidity
Reduced custody risks
For sovereign wealth funds and asset managers, Bitcoin ETFs provide a simpler way to invest in digital assets without directly holding crypto.
Corporate Treasury Bitcoin and Ethereum Buying
Institutional accumulation is not limited to government-backed funds. Corporate treasury strategies also show continued crypto buying despite unrealized losses.
Strategy purchased 2,486 BTC at an average price of $67,710, investing $168 million. The company now holds 717,131 BTC valued at roughly $48.8 billion. With an average Bitcoin purchase price of $76,027, it is currently sitting on about $5.8 billion in unrealized losses.
Meanwhile, BitMine Immersion Technologies bought 45,759 ETH at an average price of $2,001, investing $91.6 million. The firm now holds 4.37 million ETH worth around $8.67 billion. Its average acquisition cost of $3,801 leaves it with nearly $8 billion in paper losses.
Despite the decline in the Bitcoin and Ethereum price, both companies continue to expand their digital asset holdings.
Bitcoin Market Outlook: Bearish Phase or Long-Term Confidence?
The crypto market trend in early 2026 looks weak. Bitcoin price action remains under pressure, retail investor activity is subdued, and global economic uncertainty continues to weigh on risk assets.
However, institutional investors appear to be taking a different approach. Sovereign wealth funds, corporate treasuries, and asset managers are increasing exposure through regulated crypto investment vehicles like spot Bitcoin ETFs.
While short-term price momentum suggests a correction phase, capital inflows from large institutions point to growing long-term confidence in Bitcoin and Ethereum as strategic assets.
The key question now is whether this is simply a prolonged crypto market downturn — or quiet accumulation before the next major cycle in the digital asset market.
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Why are investment firms buying Bitcoin ETFs during a price drop?
Institutions like Mubadala often use market corrections to build long-term positions, viewing the price dip as a buying opportunity rather than a signal to sell.
Why are companies continuing to buy crypto despite market losses?
Corporate treasuries and sovereign wealth funds are likely focused on Bitcoin and Ethereum’s long-term strategic value rather than reacting to short-term price volatility.
Is the current crypto market downturn a sign of a bear market?
While price action is weak, the continued buying from large institutions suggests this could be a phase of accumulation rather than the start of a prolonged bear market.
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Heavy order-book activity has been recorded on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) after automated monitoring systems detected 310 sell-side whale alerts within six hours, most of them linked to a single wallet associated with Bitstamp. The activity comes at a time when XRP price action remains weak and locked inside an important consolidation range.
One Wallet Generated Hundreds of Rapid Sell Orders
According to an XRPL validator tracking whale movements, a single wallet repeatedly placed sell orders of roughly 1 million XRP, canceled them, and then replaced them every 15 to 30 seconds. In total, nearly 310 million XRP moved through the order book from that address during the monitoring period.
Analytics systems flagged the activity automatically based on large order-book movements tied to specific wallet addresses. Some flagged wallets were exchange-linked institutional participants, while others had no exchange association or identifiable reputation, suggesting mixed participation across the order flow.
Such repeated placement-and-cancellation activity does not always represent actual selling volume. In many cases, it mainly changes the visual depth of the order book and can influence trader sentiment rather than immediately pushing prices lower.
XRP Price Structure Remains Weak Despite Activity
XRP price action continues to trade within a sensitive technical region where the market has not yet confirmed a clear local bottom. The asset is holding above a major support area near $1.21, but upside momentum has remained limited.
Attempts to move above the $1.56 resistance zone, which aligns with a key Fibonacci retracement level, were rejected, showing that buyers have not yet regained control. In the short term, XRP has been moving sideways between micro-support around $1.40–$1.45 and micro-resistance between $1.49–$1.55, signaling consolidation rather than a confirmed reversal.
Stronger upside confirmation would require a decisive move above $1.55, followed by a break above $1.67, which would indicate improving momentum. Lower support remains in the $1.19–$1.36 region, an area that previously attracted buying interest.
A leading market analyst says the crypto market may be heading into a short-term rebound, but investors should still prepare for a potentially volatile period ahead. According to the latest technical outlook by Gareth Soloway, cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP could see a temporary recovery rally before the market decides its longer-term direction.
Bitcoin May See a Short-Term Relief Rally
The analyst explained that Bitcoin recently formed a classic bearish structure after falling sharply from its previous highs, followed by a consolidation phase and another drop. However, recent price action is now showing signs of a bullish consolidation pattern, which typically appears when buyers begin accumulating during periods of fear.
Because of this setup, Bitcoin could attempt a near-term rebound toward the $80,000–$85,000 zone, where strong resistance is expected. If the market manages to break above that area, the next upside levels could extend toward the $90,000–$95,000 range, though such a move would require stronger market momentum.
The analyst said that Bitcoin continues to move closely with the technology stock sector, which is currently undergoing a deleveraging phase.
Ethereum Likely to Follow the Market Direction
Ethereum and most large-cap altcoins typically follow Bitcoin’s trend cycles. This means Ethereum could also participate in a short-term recovery rally if Bitcoin stabilizes, but its long-term performance will depend largely on whether the broader market establishes a clear bottom.
In the short term, however, Ethereum is also forming a bullish consolidation zone, suggesting the possibility of a relief rally. The analyst sees potential for a move back toward the $2,600 area, which represents the lower boundary of the previous consolidation region.
Historically, crypto markets have experienced large drawdowns during cycle transitions, often followed by extended consolidation before the next major rally begins.
XRP Faces a Key Resistance Test
For XRP, the technical picture remains more uncertain. The asset recently broke below an important support level and then attempted a bounce, only to face rejection near a critical resistance zone around $1.78. According to the analyst, XRP bulls must push the price back above this resistance area to regain upside momentum.
If XRP successfully moves above this level, it could attempt to break the current downward trend line and stabilize. However, failure to reclaim resistance may keep the asset trading under pressure along with the broader altcoin market.
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Speaking about the legislation, Selig said regulators are working to “future-proof our statutory framework for crypto”, adding that officials want to ensure long-term regulatory stability that cannot easily be reversed by future administrations.
Bill Moving Through Final Steps
The Clarity Act has already cleared several major hurdles:
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the bill in July 2025 with a 294–134 vote.
A related Senate bill advanced through the Senate Agriculture Committee in January 2026.
Negotiations in the Senate are ongoing, with expectations that the legislation could reach the President within the coming months.
Selig said the administration wants to move quickly, stating, “We’re going to get this thing across the line,” signaling confidence that the measure could soon become law.
Why the Market Is Watching Closely
Industry participants have long argued that the absence of clear rules has slowed institutional adoption in the United States. Clear legislation could provide consistent regulatory guidance for exchanges, token issuers, and digital-asset businesses, potentially unlocking broader participation from financial institutions.
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Many analysts say crypto markets have been trading at what some call a “regulatory discount,” meaning uncertainty around future rules has weighed on investment flows. If the Clarity Act becomes law, market observers expect the regulatory outlook for digital assets in the U.S. to become significantly clearer, marking a major shift for the sector.
With negotiations now in their final phase, the coming months could determine whether the United States moves toward one of the most comprehensive crypto regulatory frameworks yet.
Bitcoin price is once again stuck below the psychological $70,000 level, and the price action is starting to feel compressed.
After multiple attempts to reclaim the $69,500–$70,000 zone, BTC continues to face rejection. The repeated failures have increased short-term selling pressure, while leverage builds on both sides of the market. Open interest remains elevated, and funding has begun to shift, a sign that traders are positioning aggressively for the next move.
When leverage expands during tight consolidation, volatility usually follows. The real question now is simple: Will BTC price sweep liquidity below $65,000 first or break higher and squeeze shorts toward $75,000?
Bitcoin Liquidation Map Shows Heavy Liquidity at $65K and $72K–$75K
The Bitcoin exchange liquidation map reveals two major liquidity clusters: a dense long liquidation zone near $65,000–$64,000, and a growing short liquidation pocket between $72,000 and $75,000. Currently trading around $67,000–$68,000, BTC is sitting between these two liquidity pools, effectively trapped in what traders call a “liquidity sandwich.”
Markets tend to move toward the nearest and largest liquidity cluster first. In this case, the heavier and closer pool sits below the current price. That increases the probability of a move toward $65K to trigger long liquidations before any sustained rebound. However, once that liquidity is absorbed, the path toward the upside cluster opens, especially if short positions begin to stack above $70K. This setup favors volatility expansion in both directions.
Bitcoin Price Chart: Key Levels to Watch
On the short-term price chart, Bitcoin has already lost the 0.382 Fibonacci level near $67,200, indicating weakening momentum. The next technical level sits at 0.5 retracement: $65,700 and 0.618 retracement: $64,300. These align closely with the liquidation cluster below, reinforcing the idea that a sweep toward the $65K zone is technically and structurally reasonable.
So far, BTC continues to print lower highs on the intraday timeframe. That keeps the short-term structure tilted bearish unless the price reclaims $70,000 with conviction.
In simple terms:
Below $70K, sellers remain active
Below $67K, downside liquidity becomes vulnerable
Below $65K, cascade risk increases
Bullish Scenario: Liquidity Sweep Followed by a Short Squeeze Toward $75K
In the bullish case, Bitcoin first drops toward $65,000, triggering long liquidations and absorbing downside liquidity. If buyers step in aggressively at that level and funding resets, BTC could rebound sharply. A reclaim of $70,000 would likely trap late shorts and open the door toward the $72K–$75K short liquidation cluster.
A squeeze through $72K could accelerate momentum quickly, potentially pushing BTC toward $75,000 before facing fresh resistance. This scenario depends on strong spot buying near $65K, stabilizing open interest and short build-up above $70K.
Bearish Scenario: Breakdown Below $65K Extends the Correction
If $65,000 fails to hold, the setup changes materially. A decisive break below $64,000 (0.618 Fib) could trigger a deeper liquidation cascade. In that case, Bitcoin may extend toward the $62,000–$60,000 support region.
For this bearish continuation to unfold, selling pressure must remain persistent, and open interest would need to decline further without meaningful absorption. That would invalidate the short-squeeze thesis, at least temporarily.
Final Outlook: Bitcoin at a Liquidity Decision Point
Bitcoin is not trending cleanly right now; it is compressing between major liquidity zones. The market is building leverage on both sides, and that usually precedes sharp moves. The liquidation map suggests $65K is the nearest magnet. What happens there will likely determine whether the BTC price rallies toward $75K or slides into a deeper correction.
For now, $70,000 remains the immediate barrier, and $65,000 is the level that could trigger the next wave of volatility.
Pepe price has reclaimed key high-timeframe support after a deviation lower, with a strong bullish engulfing candle breaking bearish structure and signaling a potential bottoming process.
Analysts predict PEPE could reach $0.0000539 by 2026.
Long-term forecasts suggest potential highs of $0.0002733 by 2030.
Pepe Coin (PEPE), the memecoin inspired by the iconic frog meme, has rapidly become a standout in the crypto world. Ranked just behind Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, PEPE’s explosive rise—boasting gains of over +130325085.96% from its all-time low—has captured investor attention globally.
As it maintains its position among top memecoins, many are now asking: Will PEPE price go parabolic by the end of 2025? In this article, explore CoinPedia’s in-depth PEPE coin price prediction for 2025, and discover long-term forecasts that look ahead to 2030.
PEPE’s price has faced challenges due to low liquidity and cautious investor sentiment, a trend that has continued into Q1 2026. A price increase is possible in the remainder of Q1 2026 if new capital enters the market, especially given the recent tightening of the PEPE/USD trading range. However, if this influx of capital does not occur, a decline toward $0.00000120 could be likely.
PEPE Price Prediction 2026
PEPE’s price has struggled in Q4 2025 due to low liquidity and cautious investor sentiment. This has continued in January 2026, and February is following that cautious investor, too.
The broader market is in an extreme fear phase, and prices are collapsing. However, if new capital flows in, a price rise is likely in the rest of Q1 2026, as this outlook is supported by a tightening trading range, which indicates a potential breakout more than ever. The PEPE price has faced challenges for several months, falling short of the expectations set by experts and investors alike, primarily due to an overarching risk-off sentiment within the memecoin space.
However, it’s essential to acknowledge that the current low market liquidity and cautious investor behavior have kept new capital on the sidelines amid a series of bearish trends.
Nevertheless, it is also a fact that entering the crypto market through memecoins remains one of the most accessible and easiest methods available. Therefore, should new liquidity begin to flow in, we can undoubtedly anticipate a bigger rise in PEPE’s price. Q1 2026 stands out as an ideal timeframe for this potential resurgence, and the compression of the falling wedge shows compression of the trading range that confirms the effectiveness and reliability of these trendlines that have been containing the price of PEPE since 2025, and the odds of a rally to pop out soon have greatly risen.
But, if it fails and collapses, then a decline toward $0.00000120 is expected, where we saw a rally sprouting back in early 2024.
PEPE On-Chain Outlook
As per the metric “90-day Spot Taker CVD”, the cumulative difference between market buy and market sell volumes has turned positive and is increasing, indicating that high-conviction traders are aggressively market-buying PEPE rather than waiting for passive fills at lower prices.
This aggressive participation is a hallmark of a robust accumulation phase, in which market demand begins to outpace available liquidity, often serving as a precursor to a volatile price expansion.
Given that similar green clusters on the historical chart preceded significant rallies in mid-2024 and mid-2025, the current uptick suggests that “smart money” is positioning for a major move as the asset stabilizes near its current support levels in January 2026.
PEPE Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
0.0000179
0.0000359
0.0000539
2027
0.0000269
0.0000539
0.0000809
2028
0.0000404
0.0000809
0.0001214
2029
0.0000607
0.0001214
0.0001822
2030
0.0000910
0.0001822
0.0002733
This table, based on historical movements, shows PEPE price to reach $0.0002733 by 2030 based on compounding market cap each year. This table provides a framework for understanding the potential PEPE price movements. Yet, the actual price will depend on a combination of market dynamics, investor behavior, and external factors influencing the cryptocurrency landscape.
Pepecoin Price Forecast 2026
Our PEPE price prediction suggests that the price of PEPE in 2026 might range between $0.0000179 and $0.0000539, with the average price of the meme coin at $0.0000359.
Pepe Coin Price Prediction 2027
For 2027, we predict that the price of PEPE could range between $0.0000269 and $0.0000809, and the average price of the meme coin is expected to be around $0.000539.
Pepecoin Price Targets 2028
As per our Pepe Coin Price Prediction, in 2028, the price could range between $0.0000404 to $0.0001214, with the average price of the meme coin at $0.0000809.
Pepecoin Price Projection 2029
For 2029, the price of PEPE could range between $0.0000607 and $0.0001822, with the average price of the meme coin expected to be around $0.0001214.
Pepe Coin Price Prediction 2030
Based on our Pepecoin price forecast, the price of PEPE in 2030 might range between $0.0000910 to $0.0002733, with the average price of the meme coin predicted to be around $0.0001822.
PEPE Coin Market Analysis
Firm Name
2026
2030
Changelly
$0.0020
$0.015
CoinCodex
$ 0.000026
$ 0.000047
Binance
$0.000014
$0.000017
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How much is Pepe coin worth?
The current price of Pepecoin is $ 0.00000440.
What factors could drive PEPE’s price growth in the coming years?
PEPE’s price depends on meme coin market sentiment, liquidity inflows, social media trends, and broader crypto cycles rather than fundamentals alone.
Is PEPE a high-risk investment compared to other cryptocurrencies?
Yes. As a meme coin, PEPE is highly volatile and sentiment-driven, making it riskier than utility-based cryptocurrencies with real-world use cases.
How does PEPE compare with Dogecoin and Shiba Inu?
PEPE competes mainly on community hype and trading momentum, while DOGE and SHIB benefit from longer histories and broader ecosystem support.
What is PEPE price prediction for 2026?
PEPE could trade between $0.0000179 and $0.0000539 in 2026, depending on meme coin demand, liquidity inflows, and overall crypto market momentum.
What is PEPE price prediction for 2027?
In 2027, PEPE may range from $0.0000269 to $0.0000809 if bullish sentiment and retail participation remain strong across meme coins.
What is PEPE price prediction for 2028?
PEPE’s price in 2028 could move between $0.0000404 and $0.0001214, driven by broader market cycles rather than project fundamentals.
What is PEPE price prediction for 2030?
By 2030, PEPE could reach up to $0.0002733 in optimistic scenarios, though prices will remain highly sensitive to market sentiment and risk appetite.
Price predictions for 2026 range from $0.80 to $4.15.
Long-term forecasts suggest ONDO could reach $9.30 by 2030.
ONDO Finance in the RWA sector is a hot topic, investors are closely eyeing its future potential. Especially as its native token ONDO continues to build credibility and momentum through high-profile developments.
Moreover, Ondo Finance is known to be a leading RWA provider on the Solana chain and it is witnessing growing institutional interest, ONDO has solidified itself as a major player in the Real World Asset (RWA) space.
With such attraction, the ONDO price prediction 2026 is what analysts and retail investors are intrigued about. But how far can it go from here? Let’s dive into the detailed ONDO price forecast from 2025 to 2030.
ONDO/USD has been declining since early 2025, reaching a support level around $0.20 in February 2026. A potential reversal may occur if it breaks the $0.60 resistance. Key targets for Q1 2026 are $0.80 and $1.20.
ONDO Price Prediction February 2026
On the daily chart, the ONDO price fall continued in January and February, and also began on a bearish note. But since mid-February, it has shown bullish momentum after retesting the lower boundary of the falling wedge pattern. Also, the falling wedge range is narrowing, and ONDO/USD is rising from a key support level. February could see a revisit to the $0.50-$0.60 range. If it breaks above this range too, then it may aim for $0.80, which could be a significant target. However, if it fails to do so, the price may continue to consolidate around the support level or potentially decline further.
ONDO Price Prediction 2026
The weekly chart for ONDO/USD shows a declining trend since the start of 2025, following a high of $2.14. The descending trendline acted as a strong hurdle, characterized by lower highs and lower lows in price action, indicating reduced price volatility. The persistent bearish pressure on the weekly chart signals bear dominance.
The same price fall continued in Q1 2026, and January and early February have taken a severe hit, but it has reached February 2024, based on support around $0.20 in early February 2026, and some bullish reaction is also caught, which indicates that a reversal may be possible before Q1 completes in March 2026.
Looking ahead to the first quarter of 2026, the market may be ready for a rally, especially if it breaks through the $0.50-$0.60 resistance. The recent establishment of $0.20 as a support level, along with increased demand for ONDO, suggests that buyers may be willing to re-enter the market at this price.
If the market surpasses this hurdle, the next big targets for ONDO/USD would be $ 0.80 and $1.20 for Q1 2026.
ONDO Price Analysis: Onchain Outlook
The on-chain data indicate that although the price is currently capped and has been consolidating for several months, the on-chain metrics have strengthened significantly despite the weak ONDO price action. Since January 2024, the number of confirmed transactions sent to a project’s contracts has increased. By December 2025, the project had surpassed 1.3 million transactions, making it the second-largest project for real-world asset (RWA) issuance after BitGo.
Additionally, the “Spot Average Order Size” maintains high levels (represented by green dots) while the price is declining; it is a classic signal of Whale Absorption. Therefore, this Consistent whale activity confirms institutional conviction in the RWA (Real World Asset) sector.
ONDO Cryptocurrency Price Target 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
1.65
2.75
4.15
2027
2.20
3.65
5.25
2028
2.95
4.30
6.90
2029
4.75
5.60
8.45
2030
5.35
7.45
9.30
Ondo Coin Future Forecast 2026
The price projection of ONDO crypto for 2026 could range between $0.20 to $2.15, with an average trading price of roughly $1.25.
Ondo Token Price Prediction 2027
This altcoin could hit a potential high of $5.25 in 2027, with a potential low of $2.10, and an average price of $3.65.
ONDO Price Prediction Next Bullrun 2028
By 2028, forecasts indicate a potential low of $2.95 and a high of $6.90. This could bring the average price to $4.30.
Ondo Price Forecast Long-term 2029
During 2029, the price of the Ondo token is anticipated to reach a minimum of $4.75, with a maximum of $8.45, and an average price of $5.60.
ONDO Coin Price Growth Potential 2030
ONDO coin price may reach a high of $9.30 in 2030. With a potential low of $5.35. With this, the average price could settle at around $7.45.
Market Analysis
Firm Name
2025
2026
2030
Changelly
$1.32
$1.87
$8.26
priceprediction.net
$1.34
$2.03
$8.43
DigitalCoinPrice
$2.01
$2.29
$5.01
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How much is Ondo crypto worth today?
At the time of writing, the price of the Ondo token was $ 0.27589182.
What is the ONDO price prediction for 2026?
ONDO price in 2026 is projected to range between $1.65 and $4.15, with an average near $2.75 if RWA adoption continues to grow.
Is Ondo Finance a good long-term investment?
Ondo Finance shows long-term potential due to strong on-chain growth and its leading role in the real-world asset sector, though market risk remains.
What is the Ondo price prediction for 2030?
By 2030, ONDO price could reach up to $9.30, with sustained growth driven by institutional adoption and expansion of tokenized assets.
Price prediction for 2026 suggests a potential high of $55.
Long-term forecasts indicate LINK could reach $195 by 2030.
Chainlink has emerged as a game-changing decentralized oracle network, enabling smart contracts to connect seamlessly with real-world data, APIs, and traditional financial systems. As the crypto market evolves, Chainlink’s role continues to expand, especially with its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) gaining traction. Its native token, LINK, not only powers the ecosystem but has also caught the attention of investors and analysts. As a result, institutional interest surged, leading to the launch of the LINK ETF by Grayscale in early December 2025.
With LINK price showing signs of a potential breakout and strong on-chain fundamentals backing its rise, the big question remains: Can LINK coin price hit $50 in December 2025? Let’s dive into this detailed Chainlink price prediction 2026–2030 to find out.
Chainlink (LINK) is currently around $8.50, and odds suggests a dip to crucial support between $4.15 and $6.05 is highly likely if bearish sentiment elevates more. In shortterm, from $8.50 bulls may try a fight to $12 or $15, but persistent bearish pressure might lead it back to the lower range.
Chainlink Price Targets February 2026
In January, the LINK price struggled to maintain the $13 level and dropped to $7 by early February. However, it has made a slight recovery and is attempting to stay above the $8.50 range. If it can establish this level as support, a rise back to $12 or $15 may be possible. Conversely, if it fails to hold above $8.50, the price could fall to the last line of defense, which is between $4.15 and $6.05.
Chainlink Price Prediction 2026
The weekly chart highlights an important price range for Chainlink (LINK) between $4.15 and $6.05. For many years, this range has provided crucial support, preventing the price from declining further.
In 2023, the price surged from this range, reaching a high of $31 by late 2024. However, bearish market conditions took over, leading to a consistent decline from 2025 onward. Early 2026 continued this downward trend, with the price now struggling around $8.50.
This support level is significant in the short term, as a reversal from this point could lead to a retest of the $12 or $15 levels. Historically, prices do not drop straight down without a challenge from bullish investors. However, if selling pressure remains strong and demand fails to meet expectations, the price may approach the $4.15 to $6.05 demand area again.
Looking ahead, the Chainlink price prediction for 2026 indicates the potential for a significant price surge similar to the explosive rally observed in 2020. Analysts suggest that if momentum and market sentiment align positively, the price could see a reversal, but it would take time to process that kind of price action.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
35
50
55
Chainlink On-Chain Analysis
In the LINK on-chain metrics, both spot and futures markets are clearly exhibiting a Taker Buy-Dominant phase. It shows that buyers are actively executing at market prices without waiting for pullback opportunities. This is simply a strong sense of conviction rather than speculative strategies.
Additionally, the Average Order Size in both the spot and futures markets has escalated into the “Big Whale” category. This shift signals the involvement of institutional participants, who significantly influence LINK’s market structure, rather than retail trading flows.
Chainlink Price Targets 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
35
50
55
2027
48
64
80
2028
58
85
104
2029
70
108
141
2030
85
147
195
This table, based on historical movements, shows Chainlink price to reach $195 by 2030 based on compounding market cap each year. This table provides a framework for understanding the potential LINK price movements. Yet, the actual price will depend on a combination of market dynamics, investor behavior, and external factors influencing the cryptocurrency landscape.
LINK Crypto Price Forecast 2026
As per Chainlink’s Price forecast for 2026, the high price could be $55, the low may reach $35. This makes the average around $50.
LINK Price Prediction 2027
Moving to 2027, the LINK Price projects that it might hit a high price of $80 potentially. With a $48 low and an average of $64.
Chainlink Price Analysis 2028
Moving to 2028, the Chainlink Price Forecast predicts a high price of $104. On the flip side, the low may fall to $58, and the average is projected to be around $85.
LINK Coin Price Prediction 2029
As per Chainlink Price Forecast 2029, LINK’s high price is predicted to be $141, with a low of $70 and an average of $108.
Chainlink Price Prediction 2030
Finally, as per the Chainlink Price Forecast 2030, LINK’s price can reach a high price of $195. With a low of $85 and an average of $147.
Market Analysis
Firm Name
2026
2030
Changelly
$25.83
$140.70
coincodex
$6.44
$14.79
Binance
$18.43
$22.40
Mitrade
$32.22
$139.2
Investing Haven
$54.10
$80
Flitpay
$62.6
$110
*The aforementioned targets are the average targets set by the respective firms.
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How much is Chainlink worth?
At the time of writing, the value of one LINK crypto token was $ 8.85819606.
What is the price prediction for Chainlink in 2026?
Chainlink price prediction for 2026 suggests LINK could trade between $35 and $55, with an average price near $50 under bullish conditions.
How much will 1 Chainlink be worth in 2030?
By 2030, 1 Chainlink could be worth between $85 and $195, depending on adoption, market cycles, and long-term crypto growth.
Where will Chainlink be in 5 years?
In five years, Chainlink is expected to be a core Web3 infrastructure, with broader adoption and a potential price range of $80–$140.
Is Chainlink a good long-term investment?
Chainlink is considered strong long term due to its real-world utility, oracle dominance, institutional adoption, and expanding cross-chain ecosystem.
What factors influence Chainlink price predictions?
LINK price is driven by oracle demand, CCIP adoption, staking growth, institutional interest, crypto market cycles, and global liquidity trends.
Expanding exchange-ecosystem demand could lift BNB price toward $2000 by the end of this year.
Long-term network usage growth may extend BNB price toward $10,000.
The Binance Coin (BNB) price has quietly shifted character during early 2026. Instead of behaving like a reactionary altcoin, price action now mirrors network usage and liquidity conditions across the exchange ecosystem. Each pullback into the lower range is being absorbed rather than accelerating downward, a behavior commonly seen when an asset transitions from distribution to accumulation.
BNB’s price chart shows a broad multi-month base holding above a historic demand band while higher lows continue forming underneath overhead resistance. Volatility compression inside this structure typically precedes expansion phases. With February already halfway complete, the market narrative is no longer about recovery, it is about valuation repricing. If the structure resolves upward, 2026 becomes the year the Binance Coin (BNB) price re-enters long-term price discovery rather than simply revisiting previous highs.
Binance Coin (BNB) Price February- March 2026 Outlook
During mid-February, the Binance Coin (BNB) price rotates between support near $560–$590 and resistance near $700–$760. This behavior suggests accumulation rather than distribution, as dips are being absorbed quickly without extended sell-offs.
A sustained acceptance above $700 would likely attract momentum participation, opening a move toward $820–$900 where previous rejection occurred. Failure to hold $560 would extend sideways trading, but structure would remain constructive as long as price maintains above the broader demand base near $500. Short-term direction therefore depends on whether the market transitions from compression into expansion during the late-quarter period.
Binance Coin (BNB) Price Prediction 2026
The broader yearly structure reveals multiple valuation shelves, approximately $900, $1,250, and $1,600, representing historical liquidity zones. Markets typically pause at each level while repricing participation expectations. If the Binance Coin (BNB) price converts $900 into support, the trend likely accelerates into a mid-cycle phase where institutional and macro traders participate. That phase generally produces a stronger slope rather than a sharp spike. Acceptance above $1,250 historically shifts perception from recovery to bullish continuation, encouraging higher timeframe inflows.
In the later stage of expansion, overshoot conditions could develop as liquidity thinns near cycle highs. Under sustained adoption and favorable market conditions, that process could push the Binance Coin (BNB) price toward the $2,000 region before a new consolidation period begins.
Binance Coin Crypto Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($
Potential High ($)
2026
700
1200
2000
2027
1200
1920
3000
2028
1800
2800
4000
2029
2500
4250
6000
2030
5500
7800
10000
Binance Coin (BNB) Price Prediction 2026
In 2026, Binance Coin price could project a low price of $200.00, an average price of $700, and a high of $2000.
Binance Coin Price Prediction 2027
As per the Binance Coin Price Prediction 2027, Binance Coin may see a potential low price of $1200. The potential high for Binance Coin price in 2027 is estimated to reach $3000.
BNB Price Prediction 2028
In 2028, Binance Coin price is forecasted to potentially reach a low price of $1800 and a high price of $4000.
Binance Coin Price Prediction 2029
Thereafter, the Binance Coin (Binance Coin) price for the year 2029 could range between $2500 and $6000.
Binance (BNB) Coin Price Prediction 2030
Finally, in 2030, the price of Binance Coin is predicted to remain steadily positive. It may trade between $5500 and $10000.
The long-term projection assumes Binance Coin sustains relevance in enterprise blockchain use cases, with growth moderating over time as the asset matures.
Coinpedia’s price prediction for Binance Coin (BNB) depends on adoption trends persisting through 2026 and beyond; the Binance Coin (BNB) price may approach the $2,000 region. Over the longer term, sustained global usage could support valuation expansion toward $10,000 by 2030.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
700
1200
2000
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What is the BNB price prediction for 2026?
BNB could trade between $200 and $2,000 in 2026, with an average around $700, driven by adoption, network usage, and liquidity conditions.
What will be the BNB price in 2030?
By 2030, Binance Coin could range from $5,500 to $10,000 if global usage, blockchain adoption, and enterprise demand remain strong.
What will BNB be worth in 2040?
BNB’s 2040 value is projected between $13,200 and $25,800, assuming sustained adoption in blockchain, finance, and enterprise applications.
What factors influence Binance Coin’s price?
Price depends on exchange network usage, liquidity, adoption trends, historical support/resistance zones, and institutional participation.
An exchange on social media between attorney and XRP supporter Bill Morgan and former SEC attorney Marc Fagel has once again brought the spotlight back to a long-running question in the crypto industry: Did regulators unintentionally shape the winners and losers of the crypto market?
The debate began when Fagel criticized crypto industry narratives, prompting Morgan to respond with a strong argument that regulatory decisions, especially who regulators chose to investigate and who they did not, may have helped create a market where a small number of cryptocurrencies dominate most of the total market value.
The Argument Over Selective Enforcement
Morgan argued that some early crypto projects were never targeted by regulators even though they had token launches or strong market promotion. According to him, this uneven enforcement allowed certain cryptocurrencies to grow without major legal pressure, giving them a long-term advantage in adoption and market share.
Which would again mean the SEC case against Ripple—which, again, broke the law—had nothing to do with distorting the XRP market.
Fagel pushed back, explaining that regulators cannot bring securities cases without identifying a clear issuer responsible for the asset. In the case of Bitcoin, he said, there was no central issuer to pursue, which made enforcement difficult. Even if enforcement actions could have been taken in some cases, he argued, that would not change whether other companies broke securities laws.
XRP’s Legal Battle Back in Focus
The discussion quickly shifted toward the long-running legal fight involving Ripple and XRP. Morgan emphasized that even though the XRP Ledger operates as a decentralized network, a lawsuit against Ripple inevitably affected XRP’s market position because Ripple was building many of the early real-world use cases connected to the asset.
Fagel responded that Ripple itself had successfully argued in court that many XRP buyers were not relying on the company’s actions when purchasing the token. If investors were not depending on Ripple, he suggested, then the regulatory case should not be blamed for XRP’s market performance.
Morgan disagreed, saying that XRP often moves with the broader crypto market, especially Bitcoin’s price action, but that the legal case still influenced investor perception and market share when compared with competing cryptocurrencies that did not face similar regulatory challenges.
A Debate That Still Shapes the Crypto Industry
The Morgan and Fagel exchange shows a bigger issue that continues to divide the crypto world: whether the timing and focus of regulatory enforcement played a role in determining which cryptocurrencies gained dominance.
As new crypto regulations take shape globally, discussions like this show that the industry is still wrestling with an important question, not just how digital assets should be regulated, but whether earlier regulatory decisions already changed the competitive landscape of the market.
The HBAR price is trying to look resilient at $0.100, but the derivatives market isn’t buying the optimism. Beneath the surface, funding data and futures positioning suggest traders are still leaning bearish even after last week’s headline boost.
Funding Flips, Bears Take Control
Let’s start with the mood check. According to Coinglass OI-weighted funding rate data, the metric still turned negative on Monday and stands at -0.0048% on Tuesday. That may look minor, but it tells a clear story that short sellers are paying longs. In other words, more traders are betting on downside than upside.
That shift matters. As negative funding rate often reflects sustained bearish positioning, and right now it suggests that confidence in a rebound is thin. The broader HBAR price chart mirrors this hesitation, with upside attempts struggling to gain traction beyond short-term bounces.
Meanwhile, futures open interest has slid to $108.82 million, continuing a steady decline. Falling OI typically signals waning participation. Traders are stepping back. Liquidity is thinning. And that’s rarely a sign of aggressive accumulation.
FedEx Boost, Short-Term Spark
Now here’s where it gets interesting. After the announcement that FedEx would join the Hedera Council, the HBAR price caught a short-term bid and pushed back toward the $0.100 level. That kind of corporate association tends to generate headlines and, briefly, demand.
But let’s be real: price reaction alone doesn’t erase broader sentiment.
ETF flows aren’t providing much backup either. The last recorded inflows were close to $1 million on February 6. Since then? Nothing. In fact, most trading days since launch have seen zero inflows, with only a handful posting positive numbers. That’s hardly the kind of consistent institutional appetite that shifts a trend.
So while the FedEx development last week added a spark, it hasn’t translated into sustained capital rotation into HBAR/USD markets.
The $0.150 Survival Zone
Technically, $0.150 is shaping up as the line in the sand. If HBAR price prediction manages to climb back toward that zone from CMP of $0.100, it could act as a short-term magnet. But indicators suggest the move may face exhaustion there. RSI currently sits at 52.07 neutral territory, but with room to stretch. A push toward $0.150 could drive it into overbought conditions.
At the same time, CMF at -0.02 shows tentative recovery, yet similar setups in July and October stalled between $0.14 and $0.18 before price rolled over again. That historical context weighs on any aggressive HBAR price prediction.
Interestingly, AO and MACD are showing growing bullish momentum, though both remain below the zero line. That suggests upside potential may continue at least until major resistance is tested.
So what’s next? If the HBAR price breaks and sustains above $0.150 in Q1 2026, the structure could shift. But if it remains suppressed beneath that ceiling, the probability of further lows stays firmly on the table.
The crypto market is witnessing one of its weakest stretches since 2018, with Bitcoin price marking its fifth consecutive monthly loss. The persistent decline in Solana price has shaken trader confidence and kept bulls from opening fresh positions. Meanwhile, the derivatives market has seen a sharp reset, as funding rates turn negative and open interest drops alongside prices. Against this backdrop, Solana continues to struggle below the key $90 level, which has emerged as a short-term ceiling. The question now is whether SOL can gather enough momentum to break above $90 this week—or face another rejection.
Shorts Piling Up Around $95
The 1-week SOL liquidation heatmap shows where leverage is heavily stacked and where sharp price reactions are most likely. A dense liquidity cluster of more than $10 billion sits around $90–$92, which explains why Solana has repeatedly stalled near this zone. If SOL pushes into this range again, it could trigger short liquidations, often resulting in a fast spike toward $95–$100 before cooling off.
With prices currently ranging between $84 and $88, SOL remains in a liquidity-driven phase, where moves are likely to accelerate once these key zones are tested. These are reportedly said to be late shorts which have been trapped. Therefore, if the Bitcoin price displays some strength, then the Market Makers are believed to wipe out these short positions, paving the way for a breakout beyond $100.
Solana’s Bearish Doji Suggests Momentum May Be Fading
The weekly price action of Solana appears to be more concerning, suggesting the price is at the foothill of a deeper correction. After a strong competition between the bulls and the bears, the price has begun to test the lower ranges. A confirmation of a bearish reversal, which seems to be more likely, is expected to drag the SOL price back below $80.
After losing nearly 70% of its previous gains, SOL has now dropped into a crucial support zone that once acted as a major resistance barrier. This level previously capped upside attempts, making the current retest structurally significant.
The weekly OBV continues to trend sharply lower, reinforcing the broader bearish momentum and suggesting that buying pressure remains weak. Adding to the caution, the current weekly candle opened below the prior week’s close, which had formed a Doji Star, a pattern often associated with trend exhaustion and potential continuation to the downside.
A similar structure previously triggered a sharp decline from above $250 to nearly $125, followed by months of sideways consolidation. If history repeats and this pattern plays out again, Solana (SOL) price could face another deep pullback, with the next major support zone emerging around $50 or potentially even lower.
BitMine stock price could be on the verge of a strong bullish breakout in the coming weeks or months if Tom Lee’s Ethereum prediction works out. BMNR stock was trading at the crucial support level at $20, inside a range…
Shiba Inu price has reclaimed a key monthly support level after an impulsive sell-off, signaling that oversold conditions may be giving way to a relief rally as buyers begin to step back in.
BTC price fell below the key $70,000 level as tensions between the US and Iran ramped up and a broad risk-asset sell-off liquidated late BTC long positions.
StarkWare is integrating EY’s Nightfall privacy protocol into Starknet to give institutions private payments and DeFi access on public Ethereum-aligned rails, while preserving auditability.
Stablecoin outflows slow to $2 billion as Binance consolidates 65% of CEX liquidity, signaling capital concentration even amid the ongoing crypto bear market.
Investigators say Raees and Ameer Cajee are back in South Africa years after Africrypt’s collapse, while investors still struggle to serve legal papers.
The crypto market wavered today, February 17, as traders watched several potential catalysts, including Federal Reserve statements and the happenings in the Middle East.
Apex Crypto executive Jesse has shared a fresh view about the long-term purpose of XRP. According to him, the digital asset may have been part of a much longer financial transition tied to global liquidity systems, a theory that is already fueling strong reactions across the industry.
Jesse stated, “XRP has been planned for many, many years,” arguing that earlier global reserve experiments struggled because they were not widely accessible across the financial system. His comments centered on the historical evolution of global reserve structures and why earlier models failed to achieve universal adoption.
The Historical Context Behind the Claim
Following World War II, global policymakers debated whether to adopt the U.S. dollar as the main reserve currency or create a neutral international settlement unit. The dollar ultimately became the global reserve standard, but economists warned that relying on a sovereign currency to supply global liquidity could create long-term structural challenges.
In 1968, the International Monetary Fund introduced Special Drawing Rights, known as SDRs, to support global liquidity and trade. However, SDR adoption remained limited. Jesse explained, “They only gave it to central banks. They did not give it to commercial banks, fintechs, corporations, and individuals,” arguing that this restricted access prevented the system from reaching the global liquidity scale policymakers expected.
Why XRP Is Being Pulled Into the Discussion
Jesse says modern blockchain settlement networks could address those earlier adoption barriers. He pointed out that digital asset payment rails allow multiple participants across the financial system to interact simultaneously, potentially improving global settlement efficiency. According to him, “This is why the SDR never got the global adoption they were hoping for,” suggesting that broader accessibility could be a defining advantage of blockchain-based liquidity systems.
The argument is controversial because it touches on the possibility that blockchain settlement layers could eventually complement or reshape existing cross-border payment infrastructure. Supporters of the idea highlight the growing experimentation by financial institutions with faster settlement systems, while critics caution that global monetary structures evolve slowly and require deep regulatory coordination.
For now, XRP remains primarily associated with cross-border settlement experimentation, yet the resurfacing of long-term global liquidity narratives shows that the debate around its potential role is far from settled.
Trading volume on South Korea’s major exchange Bithumb has increased significantly, reflecting stronger retail participation across Asia. Meanwhile, Evernorth, operating within the ecosystem of Ripple, has accumulated over 473 million XRP — nearly 0.5% of the circulating supply.
Liquidity is rising. Institutional activity is increasing. Market attention is returning.
The focus is shifting beyond price movement toward practical ways to deploy digital assets.
When Price Speculation Is Not the Only Strategy
Volatility creates opportunity, but it is unpredictable.
More investors are moving beyond short-term trading and choosing smart contracts that run for a set period and generate returns without relying on daily market swings.
This is where SolStaking comes in.
About SolStaking
SolStaking is a multi-asset cryptocurrency staking platform operating under its U.S.-registered entity, Sol Investments, LLC.
The platform operates through automated smart contracts. Once a plan is activated, returns are distributed according to its programmed schedule.
Available plans include:
Trial Plan — $100 — 2 Days — ~$108 TRX Income Plan — $3,000 — 15 Days — ~$3,585 XRP Flagship Plan — $30,000 — 30 Days — ~$44,400 BTC Flagship Plan — $300,000 — 50 Days — ~$630,000
• U.S.-registered entity: Sol Investments, LLC • Separation of user assets and company funds • Independent audits conducted by PwC • Custody insurance provided by Lloyd’s of London • Enterprise-grade encryption and continuous monitoring
Real-World Asset Integration
The platform integrates real-world assets into its ecosystem, including:
AI data centers
Sovereign and investment-grade bonds
Physical gold and commodities
Industrial metals
Logistics infrastructure
Agriculture and clean energy projects
These assets support the broader ecosystem while smart contracts manage on-chain settlement.
Users can monitor balances and settlements in real time.
Conclusion
As digital asset markets mature, more investors are choosing automated smart contract participation over pure price speculation.
SolStaking offers defined staking plans backed by operational infrastructure and real-world asset integration — designed for capital that is meant to work, not wait.
Dragonfly Capital has closed its fourth fund at $650 million, even as it describes the current crypto venture landscape as a “mass extinction event.” Despite market challenges, the firm remains focused on key growth areas in crypto, including financial infrastructure, stablecoins, on-chain finance, and tokenized real-world assets (RWA). The move highlights Dragonfly’s long-term confidence in blockchain innovation, positioning the firm to back projects that could shape the future of decentralized finance despite broader market volatility.
The Bitcoin price is once again caught in a tug-of-war between on-chain caution and aggressive corporate accumulation. NUPL data suggests most participants are not yet underwater, where its underwater conditions are evident in past true cycle bottoms. Yet fresh purchases from MSTR hit the tape loud today.
NUPL Says Capitulation Incomplete
Historically, its evident that when cycle lows form when the majority of holders are sitting at unrealized losses. That’s when fear peaks and forced selling exhausts itself. But according to current Net Unrealized Profit/Loss (NUPL) readings, the market hasn’t reached that pain threshold.
Compared to prior cycles, NUPL remains elevated. In practical terms, that implies the capitulation phase may not be finished. From a Bitcoin price chart perspective, this metric has often aligned with deep-value zones only after profitability collapses across the board. We’re not there yet, at least based on this dataset.
Well, sentiment may feel awful, but structurally, most holders haven’t experienced maximum stress, yet.
Saylor’s Strategy Buys the Dip
Meanwhile, corporate conviction continues. A fresh acquisition of 2,486 BTC worth approximately $168.4 million was made at around $67,710 per coin, by Michael Saylor’s Strategy. That brings total holdings to 717,131 BTC, acquired for roughly $54.52 billion at an average of $76,027 per coin.
Strategy has acquired 2,486 BTC for ~$168.4 million at ~$67,710 per bitcoin. As of 2/16/2026, we hodl 717,131 $BTC acquired for ~$54.52 billion at ~$76,027 per bitcoin. $MSTR$STRChttps://t.co/wvxRYZlQ3Y
That’s not exactly hesitation. From a Bitcoin price prediction standpoint, aggressive accumulation at lower levels signals long-term confidence from at least one major entity. However, it doesn’t automatically confirm a market-wide bottom, yet but institutional buying can coexist with extended drawdowns.
At the same time, the BTC/USD structure still reflects uncertainty rather than confirmed reversal.
Bitcoin Price to $50,000 in Play?
Adding fuel to the discussion, another widely circulated view points to the monthly RSI dropping below 40. Under this the four-year cycle, that interpretation opens the possibility of $50,000 as a potential 2026 bottom zone.
Still, monthly RSI weakness doesn’t guarantee a specific downside target, but it does suggest broader trend fatigue. Historically, such readings have accompanied prolonged corrective phases rather than quick rebounds.
So, where does that leave the Bitcoin price? On one side, NUPL argues true capitulation hasn’t arrived. On the other, large-scale buying continues near $67,000 while some analysts model $50,000 as a deeper support region. The Bitcoin price currently sits between structural accumulation and incomplete pain, a phase where conviction and caution coexist.
Michael Saylor's Strategy bought 2,496 Bitcoin (BTC) last week for $168 million. This purchase brought its total holdings to 717,131 coins, which are now valued at close to $50B
BNB price action is compressing inside a bearish pennant, suggesting consolidation before a potential continuation lower toward high-timeframe support as downside momentum remains intact.
Analysts project Dogecoin could reach $0.75 to $1.25 by the end of 2026.
Long term projection highlights that by 2030 it could even reach the $3 mark.
Dogecoin, the original meme coin, has cemented its status as a crypto legend. Known for its viral appeal and a fiercely loyal community, it continues to capture headlines and investor interest. Following Donald Trump’s election win, speculation around a potential Dogecoin ETF fueled a surge in optimism.
Now, that speculation has become a reality. With the September 18 launch of the REX-Osprey DOGE ETF, trading under the ticker DOJE and carrying a 1.5% fee, the path has been cleared for institutional access. This groundbreaking debut makes it the first U.S.-listed spot ETF for Dogecoin and significantly raises the odds for similar approvals from major players like Bitwise and Grayscale before year-ends.As growing optimism and increasing adoption reshape the market, traders are asking: “Will Dogecoin go back up?” and “Can DOGE hit $1?” In this article, we dive into a detailed technical analysis and a long-term Dogecoin price prediction 2025 to 2030.
In January, the price declined, continuing from 2025’s decline. In February, it retested the downward trendline after breaching $0.10, but mid-feb inwards it briefly bounced.
Now, for a trend reversal, it needs to surpass key $0.1380; otherwise, falling below $0.0810 could lead to a drop to the $0.055-$0.060 range.
Dogecoin Price Prediction 2026
In January, the price consistently declined on the weekly chart, continuing where 2025 left off. Now, in February, it has retested the downward trendline after breaching the $0.10 support area. However, the dynamic support trendline has acted as a sturdy support that gave it a brief bounce to $0.1170 but still trades under $0.10 when short-term bullish momentum faded.
Since bullish demand is reacting at this level, the odds suggest that this long-term monthly decline could be flipped only if a certain level is knocked down to signal a change in trend, like $0.1380.
If it regains its footing above this area, then by the rest of Q1’s remaining days, a retest of $0.2000-0.2200 range could be possible.
But, at this point, if DOGE loses the 0.0810 point of contact of its support taken in February, which is knocked down, then it will end up retracing towards the support area of $0.055-$0.060, a range that previously contributed to a substantial rise in late 2023.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026 (conservative)
0.10
0.39
1.00
DOGE On-Chain Outlook
Despite the price facing challenges after peaking at $0.46 in late 2024 and then falling, 2025 is a very tough year for its investors. But the total number of holders has surged to an impressive 8.17 million, indicating strong investor accumulation.
Similarly, large holders are showing strategic accumulation patterns that suggest bullish sentiment. While the number of retail holders holding between 10 and 10,000 coins has been declining, those holding between 100 million and 1 billion coins continue to increase, reinforcing a positive outlook for the asset.
Dogecoin Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
0.75
1.00
1.25
2027
1.15
1.35
1.50
2028
1.25
1.75
2.00
2029
1.50
2.15
2.65
2030
2.50
2.75
3.00
This table, based on historical movements, shows DOGE price to reach $3 by 2030 based on compounding market cap each year. This table provides a framework for understanding the potential DOGE price movements. Yet, the actual price will depend on a combination of market dynamics, investor behavior, and external factors influencing the cryptocurrency landscape.
Crypto analyst Lark Davis broke down in a recent video why the current Bitcoin selloff may be setting up for a sharp reversal rather than a deeper crash.
The Bitcoin fear and greed index hit a score of 5, its lowest reading ever. That is worse than both the FTX collapse and the Terra crash. Meanwhile, BlackRock’s IBIT ETF saw record volume during the selloff, suggesting large players were buying while retail was panic selling.
Billions in Short Bets Could Fuel a Squeeze
The S&P 500 put/call ratio spiked to its highest since the Liberation Day crash. Davis pointed out that when retail traders pile this heavily into shorts, market makers rarely let those bets pay off. A short squeeze is the more likely outcome.
Funding rates across major crypto exchanges have dropped into deep negative territory, last seen in August 2024. That period marked a major bottom. Bitcoin rallied roughly 83% over the next four months.
One analyst cited by Davis summed it up: “Lows are in. We are buyers. Let’s effing go.”
BTC Weekly Chart Looks Like the June 2022 Bottom
Bitcoin’s weekly MACD has dropped to its lowest level ever. The weekly RSI is nearing oversold, and the last time it hit this zone was June 2022, what Davis called the “real” bear market bottom before FTX pushed prices roughly 30% lower.
BTC is holding above the 200-week EMA around $68,000. Davis entered long at $69K, targeting $74K at the 20-day EMA.
Altcoin dominance (excluding BTC) confirmed a monthly MACD bullish crossover with a major trend breakout. Davis compared the current setup to 2019-2020, not 2022.
He was upfront about the risk. Similar bullish alt signals have shown up over the past year without leading anywhere.
“Either alts are just generationally cooked and literally never coming back… or there is a massive opportunity here,” he said.
AI Coins: Everyone’s Searching, Nobody’s Buying
One-third of the most-searched altcoins on CoinGecko are AI-related, including Tensor, Venice, Virtuals, and Near. But token prices keep falling even as revenue grows. Virtuals is down 46% in 30 days while its OpenClaw ecosystem fees continue scaling.
Davis called this a clear gap between what these projects are building and how the market is pricing them right now.
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What is causing the current Bitcoin selloff?
The selloff stems from extreme fear, heavy retail shorting, and market volatility, while institutional buying suggests a potential rebound.
Is the Bitcoin fear and greed index at a buy signal?
Yes, historically it often is. The index recently hit a score of 5, which is the lowest reading ever recorded—even lower than during the FTX collapse. When fear reaches these extreme levels, it frequently signals that a market bottom is near and a reversal could be imminent.
Are altcoins showing bullish trends?
Altcoin dominance recently broke out with bullish signals, hinting at potential gains, but risk remains high due to past false signals.
Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin treasury company, Strategy, continued its aggressive accumulation by buying 2,486 BTC in its latest purchase, adding roughly $168 million to its treasury. This brings the firm’s total Bitcoin holdings to 717,131 BTC acquired for about $54.52 billion at an average price of around $76,027 per coin as of February 16, 2026, making it one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin and underscoring its long‑term belief in BTC despite recent market volatility.
After weeks of steady selling pressure, the SUI price is now standing at a crucial point. The token recently slipped below the key $1 support level, extending a clear pattern of lower highs and lower lows. Sellers have controlled the structure for some time, and the latest breakdown pushed SUI back into the price range it traded in before the 2025 breakout. Now, price is sitting inside a familiar demand zone that previously sparked strong upside momentum.
In the meantime, the descending resistance remains firmly in place, and there are no confirmed signs of a trend reversal yet. So the big question is simple: can this support zone trigger a rebound, or is SUI preparing for another leg lower?
SUI faced a sharp rejection in the early days of the year, which quickly evolved into a deeper correction, wiping out nearly 55% of its previous gains. Although bulls stepped in to slow the decline, they failed to reclaim and hold above the crucial $1 level, keeping the broader structure under pressure. At present, price continues to trade below key resistance, suggesting sellers still hold the upper hand. However, similar demand zones in the past have triggered strong rebounds. The question now is whether bulls can regain momentum or if another leg lower is still ahead.
SUI is not “just consolidating”—it’s compressing after a completed impulse, which is exactly where asymmetric trades form. The weekly structure shows two full expansion cycles (+505% and +1050%), each preceded by a falling wedge and a higher low on the macro trendline. The current price action is repeating that same playbook.
What matters now is where risk is defined. The $0.90–$0.95 zone is the line bulls must defend. Price is compressing into the apex of the wedge while volatility is contracting, a classic pre-expansion condition. This is not weakness; it’s energy storage.
If the SUI price reclaims $1.30–$1.36 on a weekly close, it confirms Wave 3 initiation. That opens measured targets at $2.22 → $3.53 → $4.90, with an extended cycle projection toward $6.5–$13 if momentum mirrors prior waves. Failure only occurs on a weekly close below $0.85; until then, downside is defined, and upside is exponential.
FAQs
What is causing SUI’s recent price drop?
SUI fell below $1 due to sustained selling pressure, lower highs, and failed attempts by bulls to reclaim key resistance levels.
Can SUI rebound from its current demand zone?
A rebound is possible if buyers reclaim $1.30–$1.36 on a weekly close, confirming a potential bullish Wave 3 cycle.
What are the potential targets if SUI turns bullish?
Measured upside targets start at $2.22, followed by $3.53 and $4.90, with extended projections toward $6.5–$13.
When would SUI confirm a bearish failure?
SUI would confirm downside failure only on a weekly close below $0.85, which defines risk for bulls and sellers’ control.
After the recent market pullback, crypto majors have moved into consolidation rather than continuation. Chainlink (LINK) price action reflects that shift clearly. The drop below $9 initially looked like a breakdown, yet the market refused to accelerate lower. With LINK price stabilizes near $8 and participation thinning, attention shifts beneath the surface to positioning and liquidity behaviour. The key question is no longer why LINK fell, but whether the token is preparing for continuation or reversal.
Exchange Netflows Data Signals Supply Absorption
On-chain exchange netflow activity shows a structural change compared to earlier in the month. During the previous decline, each move down was accompanied by visible token inflows to exchanges, a classic distribution pattern where holders prepare liquidity for selling. Those inflows coincided with impulsive downward candles and expanding ranges. Now the trend has shifted. As LINK price revisited the $8.5–$8.8 region, deposits stopped expanding and began flattening. The absence of fresh supply while price tests support indicates that the sell-side inventory responsible for the drop has largely been delivered.
In on-chain terms, the market moved from active distribution to passive holding. This distinction matters more than the price itself. Markets fall quickly when supply is continuously replenished; they stabilize when the available inventory gets absorbed. The current flow profile suggests sellers are no longer pressing the bid, leaving price dependent on demand rather than forced selling. If inflows remain muted, the $8.5 zone behaves as an accumulation band. A renewed increase in deposits would instead signal redistribution and reopen downside toward lower liquidity pockets near $8.0. At present, on-chain behavior leans toward absorption rather than continuation.
Chainlink (LINK) Price Eyes Range Breakout: Can Bulls Succeed?
For months, Chainlink price has been capped inside a descending channel, marking a sequence of lower highs and lower lows, a directional trend where rallies failed quickly. Since then, LINK price has been trending downwards, but recently it stabilizes near the demand zone above $8 and has been rotating horizontally between $8 support and $9.3 resistance, forming a short-term range after a breakdown attempt. This type of behaviour is typically classified as a post-trend balance phase, the market deciding whether the prior move was overextended.
A reclaim above $9.2 would invalidate the breakdown and pull price back inside the prior trading range. In market structure terms, that converts the move into a deviation and often leads to a rotation toward $9.8–$10.2, where the previous consolidation base formed earlier in the month. Failure at $8.0, however, would confirm acceptance below support and expose the next demand band near $7.9–$8.1. The structure therefore does not yet show reversal or continuation, it shows compression before expansion.
Liquidation data now shows where the next expansion is most likely to occur. The heaviest long liquidation cluster sits just below price around $8.40–$8.55, meaning a breakdown into that pocket could trigger forced selling and accelerate a quick flush toward the lower range. Above the current price, dense short liquidations are stacked between $9.05 and $9.40. That zone acts as a magnet if buyers regain control, since breaking into it would force short positions to close and fuel momentum upward.
With price hovering near $8.7–$8.9, LINK is effectively positioned between two liquidity pools. The market is not trending, it is deciding which side gets liquidated next. The next move is likely to be decisive because the compression phase rarely lasts, they resolve quickly once one side regains conviction.
FAQs
Is Chainlink (LINK) price going to go up or down?
Chainlink is currently compressing between $8.0 support and $9.3 resistance. A breakout above $9.2 could trigger a rally toward $10, while a breakdown below $8.0 might lead to a flush toward lower demand zones near $7.9.
What price levels should traders watch for LINK continuation?
A breakout above $9.2 may push LINK toward $9.8–$10.2, while a drop below $8 confirms lower support near $7.9–$8.1.
How do liquidations affect Chainlink’s short-term price?
Long liquidations near $8.4–$8.55 and short clusters at $9.05–$9.4 create potential triggers for fast price moves depending on market direction.
Is LINK showing signs of reversal or continuation?
LINK is in a compression phase, rotating in a short-term range; the next decisive move depends on which liquidity pool—buyers or sellers—prevails.
XRP is trading near $1.50. That means 1,000 XRP tokens are currently worth about $1,500. After a sharp correction over the past year, many investors are now asking a simple question: What could that same 1,000 XRP be worth by the end of 2026?
The answer mainly depends on two things: how big the overall crypto market becomes and how much of that market XRP controls.
Right now, the total cryptocurrency market is valued at around $2.3 trillion. During the previous bull market peak in 2025, it reached about $4.2 trillion. If the market climbs back to that level, XRP’s price could rise depending on how much share it gains.
If the Crypto Market Returns to $4.2 Trillion, How High Could XRP Go?
Market dominance simply means how much of the total crypto market value belongs to one coin. Currently, XRP controls about 4% to 4.5% of the total market. In 2017, during its strongest rally, XRP’s dominance climbed as high as 18%.
Based on this, here are three possible scenarios for 2026:
If XRP captures 18% of a $4.2 trillion market, its total value would be about $756 billion.
That would put XRP’s price around $12.40.
In that case, 1,000 XRP would be worth approximately $12,400.
If the overall crypto market grows even larger — for example, to $8.4 trillion — the price could go even higher. Under that situation, 1,000 XRP could potentially be worth more than $20,000.
However, this would require both strong growth in the entire crypto market and a large increase in XRP’s share.
Several AI-based forecasting models have also estimated possible XRP prices for the end of 2026.
Base case estimate: $2.45 to $3.26
This would bring XRP close to its previous record high and represent moderate growth from current prices.
Bullish estimate: $5 to $8.50
In a stronger market with renewed investor interest and higher capital flowing into crypto, some models suggest XRP could trade between $5 and $8.50.
At current prices near $1.46, that would mean a potential 4x to 6x return.
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How does crypto market size affect XRP’s price?
XRP’s price grows with the overall crypto market. Larger market cap means more potential value per XRP if its market share increases.
Is XRP a good long-term investment for 2026?
Analysts suggest XRP has strong potential if the crypto market recovers. Price forecasts range from $2.45 to $8.50 by late 2026, implying significant possible returns from current levels near $1.50.
Will XRP reach its all-time high again by 2026?
It is possible. In moderate scenarios, XRP could trade between $3.26 and $6.20, surpassing its previous record high, especially if the crypto market enters another bull run and XRP gains market share.
What are realistic XRP price predictions for 2026?
AI models suggest XRP could trade from $2.45–$3.26 in a base case, and $5–$8.50 in a bullish scenario by 2026.
Bitcoin price today has recorded its worst quarter (Q1) performance in 8 years, falling more than 22% from its 2026 high of $97,689 to around $68,000.
However, the sharp decline mirrors the historical data, which suggests the current Bitcoin price correction may be part of a market reset rather than the start of a new Bitcoin bear market.
Bitcoin Price Shows Red Q1 Is Not Unusual
According to data highlighted by crypto analyst That Martini Guy, current Bitcoin value has closed the Q1 in negative territory seven times over the past 13 years. Meanwhile, this pattern shows that weak Q1 performance is not uncommon in the Bitcoin market cycle.
Looking at the coinglass data, the most severe Q1 decline occurred in 2018, when Bitcoin value dropped nearly 50%. Despite the heavy losses, Bitcoin later entered one of its strongest recovery phases.
A similar trend was seen in 2020, when Bitcoin value fell sharply during the COVID-19 market crash before starting a major bull run that pushed prices to new all-time highs in 2021, when price of bitcoin hit $69000.
Meanwhile, these historical patterns suggest that the current Bitcoin price drop may be part of a normal cycle, especially following a strong rally that previously pushed Bitcoin toward record levels.
Institutional Demand and Bitcoin Halving Cycle Remain Strong
Despite the recent Bitcoin price decline, the core factors supporting Bitcoin’s long-term growth remain unchanged. Institutional demand for Bitcoin has continues to expand through Bitcoin ETFs. Meanwhile, Blackrock Bitcoin ETF onle hold 761,665.6 worth around $52.5 billion.
Additionally, the Bitcoin halving cycle remains intact. Earlier Coinpedia news reported that after the April 2024 halving, Bitcoin entered a strong 18-month rally.
Based on past cycles, the next major bull run could begin in early to mid-2026.
Recent data from CryptoQuant shows rising whale activity on Binance. The Whale Inflow Ratio increased from 0.40 to 0.62 between February 2 and 15, which means large holders moved more Bitcoin onto the exchange.
One major holder, known as the “Hyperunit whale,” reportedly transferred nearly 10,000 BTC to Binance.
Overall, Bitcoin exchange reserves have been falling and now sit around 2.74 million BTC.
When large amounts of Bitcoin move to exchanges, it can signal possible selling, especially during uncertain market conditions.
Bitcoin Price Reset, Not Collapse?
Market analysts Martini Guy, also note that Bitcoin is currently approaching key support levels between $64,000 and $65,000. These levels could act as a foundation for future price recovery if buying demand strengthens.
While short-term volatility has shaken investor confidence, the broader Bitcoin market structure remains stable.
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What is the Bitcoin price prediction for 2026?
Bitcoin could enter a new bull run mid-2026, potentially testing $80K–$90K if support holds and demand rises.
Will Bitcoin hit its previous all-time high again?
Based on past cycles, Bitcoin could surpass $97K after stabilizing, following historical post-correction rallies.
When could the next major Bitcoin bull run start?
Past patterns indicate early to mid-2026 as a likely start for the next significant upward trend.
Ethereum’s tokenized real-world assets, including U.S. Treasuries, gold, and private credit, have crossed $15 billion, growing about 200% year-over-year. These blockchain tokens enable easier trading, yields, and fractional ownership. Ethereum holds 58% of the global non-stablecoin RWA market, with major players like BlackRock’s $1.8 billion BUIDL fund fueling growth. Transfer volumes doubled to $26 billion in 30 days, pushing RWAs to No. 4 in DeFi by total value locked at $21.5 billion, with analysts forecasting trillions more by 2030.
As capital continues to rotate in search of fresh opportunities, on-chain data suggests that some whale investors are trimming exposure to Cardano (ADA), in favour of emerging alternatives. One such coin gaining traction in accumulation metrics is Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a new crypto priced at $0.04.
Cardano (ADA) Holds Key Support Amid Consolidation
Cardano (ADA) has rebounded from critical support around $0.25 and is now testing a nearby resistance zone, showing modest recovery but limited momentum. Recent wick formations suggest caution, and traders may wait for higher-timeframe confirmation before considering short-term plays. While ADA remains a recognized smart-contract platform with steady activity, its current traction is more muted than that of Mutuum Finance (MUTM), which is capturing attention for its higher growth potential in the crypto market. Some investors are now turning to this new crypto.
DeFi Revival Shines Spotlight on MUTM
As decentralized finance (DeFi) experiences renewed interest, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is capturing the attention of investors. Currently in Phase 7 of its presale at $0.04 per token, MUTM has shown steady growth since the initial phase. Upcoming phases are set to feature higher prices until a $0.06 exchange debut price. However, this is only the beginning.
Analysts anticipate that the token could reach $0.80 shortly after listing on exchanges, driven by strong presale participation, the recent launch of the Mutuum Finance V1 testnet, and the protocol’s focus on providing high-yield opportunities for lenders. This momentum reinforces its reputation as the best cheap cryptocurrency to invest in for those seeking affordable entry points with real utility. With over 19,010 participants contributing more than $20.58 million to the presale, early investors are showing confidence in MUTM as a high-potential, affordable crypto for 2026. This growing interest highlights why many are now considering it a new crypto worth attention alongside traditional altcoins.
Multi-Chain Expansion Fuels Growth
Mutuum Finance’s growth prospects are closely tied to its expansion across multiple blockchain networks. By integrating with additional chains, the protocol can reach more users, enhance liquidity, and increase the utility of its token. This expansion strategy is expected to positively impact the price of MUTM as adoption widens.
For instance, a $2,000 investment at the current $0.04 price would purchase 50,000 tokens. As adoption grows within Ethereum, the token could reach $0.30, increasing the investment’s value to $15,000. Further expansion to other networks, such as Solana and BASE, could lift the price to $0.60, potentially transforming the initial investment into $30,000. This multi-chain approach positions MUTM for sustained growth as the DeFi ecosystem continues to expand, solidifying its status as the best cheap cryptocurrency to invest in for early-stage DeFi exposure.
mtToken Rewards for Passive Income
A key feature of Mutuum Finance is its mtToken system, which rewards users for depositing assets into liquidity pools. mtTokens are issued in a 1:1 ratio to deposited assets and accrue interest automatically from borrower activity, providing a consistent passive income stream. For example, depositing 25,000 USDT into a liquidity pool with an 8% APY would mint 25,000 mtUSDT. Over the course of one year, the investor would earn $2,000 in interest. This mechanism incentivizes participation and strengthens long-term engagement with the platform.
As whale investors quietly rotate capital from Cardano, a new crypto is emerging as the preferred destination for early‑stage DeFi exposure. Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is rapidly gaining traction as the best cheap cryptocurrency to invest in, priced at just $0.04 with a live lending platform, mtToken passive income, and a multi‑chain expansion strategy poised to drive adoption. With over $20.58 million raised and strong presale momentum, MUTM combines real utility with the asymmetric upside, making it the quiet accumulation target of whale capital in 2026.
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Bitcoin price has entered a make-or-break phase. After months of sustained strength and a rally to fresh highs above $126K, BTC is now retracing toward a major long-term support zone—one that previously defined cycle bottoms in 2018, 2020, and 2022. As price cools, signs of distribution are emerging: profit-taking has increased, whale wallets are moving coins to exchanges, and higher-timeframe momentum is beginning to fade.
With volatility compressing and sentiment turning cautious, the market is approaching a critical turning point. The BTC price behavior around $65,000 and $68,000 is pretty important that may set the tone for the next price action.
What’s next for the Bitcoin (BTC) price? Has the crypto reached the bottom, or is there more pain ahead?
Bitcoin Approaches Long-Term Ascending Support
Bitcoin’s chart is now highlighting a crucial consolidation period after having been on a bullish tear that saw it hit brand new highs above $126K. The price is starting to pull back & tighten up towards a historically significant support zone that’s roughly between $68K and $70K, a spot that’s been the place where the cycle bottoms have been marked previously.
Things are getting a bit more serious as we see a retracement going on at the moment, & this is happening alongside the higher time frame momentum starting to fade out—which suggests the rally is losing steam rather than suddenly turning on a dime.
The volume & on-chain indicators are also showing us that the large holders are taking profits & getting a bit cautious at the same time. Still, though, structurally speaking, BTC is still holding above its long-term support lines, keeping the broader trend picture looking pretty good. However, a decisive reaction at this zone will be super important—because if it holds up, it could be a real kick in the pants for the price to go even higher—whereas a breakdown here may actually trigger a deeper pullback before the trend actually starts to continue back upwards.
SOPR Signals Profit Compression and Holder Stress
On-chain data is reinforcing the idea that the market is entering a stress phase. The Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR), particularly when analyzed across long-term and short-term holders, is trending lower toward the neutral 1.0 zone. SOPR near 1 indicates coins are being spent close to their cost basis. In simple terms, profitability is compressing.
Historically, deep corrections often see SOPR reset toward this level before a new upward expansion begins. It reflects:
Reduced profit-taking
Diminished speculative excess
Holder reset conditions
However, sustained movement below 1 would indicate widespread capitulation, where coins are being sold at a loss. At present, SOPR is compressing but not yet signaling full capitulation. That leaves Bitcoin in a transitional phase rather than a confirmed bottom.
Whale Inflow Ratio Raises Volatility Risk
Another important metric is the whale inflow ratio on Binance. Recent data shows elevated whale inflows to exchanges while price declines. This typically suggests that large holders are transferring BTC to trading platforms, increasing the potential for sell-side liquidity.
Whale inflow spikes often occur during:
Distribution phases
Volatility expansions
Pre-capitulation events
Such spikes can precede local breakdowns, but they also appear during final flushes before reversals. The key is whether inflows remain persistently elevated or normalize as support holds. Right now, whale behavior is adding uncertainty rather than confirming a direction.
What’s Next for the Bitcoin Price Rally?
Currently, the Bitcoin price has not confirmed a bottom, nor has it confirmed a breakdown either. It is just compressing. The profitability is tightening, and momentum is cooling, but large players are pretty active. The upcoming breakout may have a deep impact on the rally, as if the price stabalises above $70,000, it could form another macro higher low and keep the broader bull structure intact.
Besides, a decisive breakdown below the range may drag the SOPR below 1. Besides, the whale inflow may remain elevated, which may raise the possibility of visiting the lower support range between $55,000 and $60,000. Here is when the crypto market reset may occur, initiating a strong recovery phase for the Bitcoin price rally.
Andrew MacKenzie, CEO of sterling stablecoin developer Agant, believes the U.K.’s crypto regulatory framework is moving in the right direction, but far too slowly to support Britain’s ambition of becoming a global digital asset hub. While the government has repeatedly positioned London as a future center for crypto innovation, comprehensive stablecoin and crypto legislation is not expected to take effect until 2027.
According to MacKenzie, the delay risks undermining competitiveness as other jurisdictions in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia move faster. He argues that businesses primarily want clarity, and prolonged uncertainty can push innovation elsewhere.
Agant’s FCA Milestone and GBPA Vision
Agant recently secured registration with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), a difficult and highly selective process under the U.K.’s anti-money laundering regime. The approval marks a key regulatory milestone for the company, which plans to launch GBPA, a fully backed pound sterling stablecoin.
Unlike retail-focused crypto tokens, GBPA is positioned as institutional infrastructure for payments, settlement, and tokenized assets. MacKenzie described ongoing discussions with the Treasury, FCA, and the Bank of England as constructive, though not without disagreement. He noted that while some proposed limits in the Bank of England’s stablecoin framework are contentious, regulators have shown willingness to adjust rules when justified.
Stablecoins: Threat or Opportunity?
MacKenzie pushed back against concerns from central banks and commercial lenders that stablecoins could destabilize financial systems. Instead, he framed pound-backed stablecoins as tools to extend monetary sovereignty.
By distributing digital pounds globally, issuers like Agant could increase international exposure to sterling-denominated assets, potentially lowering funding costs and strengthening demand for U.K. debt. “We can go and sell pounds globally,” he explained, suggesting that stablecoins could reinforce, rather than erode, sovereign monetary influence.
He also dismissed fears that stablecoins would drain deposits from banks and reduce lending capacity. In his view, competition from digital assets would simply push banks to innovate and modernize.
Banks Accelerate Blockchain Adoption
MacKenzie noted that U.K. banks are increasingly elevating blockchain to the C-suite level. What was once skepticism has shifted toward long-term strategic planning, with many banks viewing blockchain adoption as a 30-year structural transition similar to digital banking’s rise.
Programmable settlement, reconciliation efficiency, and cross-border interoperability are now central themes in boardroom discussions.
Ultimately, MacKenzie believes the U.K.’s success as a crypto hub will depend less on regulatory design and more on regulatory speed. If Britain cannot accelerate implementation, it risks falling behind faster-moving global competitors in the race to shape the digital asset economy.
The broader crypto market has moved into a cooling phase after recent volatility, with most large assets drifting sideways. In that environment, Monero (XMR) price action reclaims the spotlight. Recent sessions have displayed a shift in price structure, as buyers have absorbed supply and notably, a fresh TD Sequential buy signal has appeared at the same zone. This shift raises a question for traders: Is Monero forming a base or simply pausing before another leg lower?
TD Sequential Buy Signal Appears: What’s Next for XMR
On the 4-hour timeframe, Monero has printed a TD Sequential “9” buy signal, a pattern that typically appears near the late stage of a decline rather than at the start of a rally. The signal emerged as price compressed around the $320 region, where successive candles stopped expanding lower and began forming smaller bodies and repeated wicks. That behavior suggests selling pressure is fading and the market is transitioning from directional movement into balance.
The TD Sequential nailed the local top on Monero $XMR.
Historically, this setup does not mark the exact bottom; it identifies a zone where aggressive sellers are largely exhausted and reactive buyers begin stepping in. For confirmation, price must reclaim the nearby $355–$365 resistance band, which previously acted as intraday supply. Acceptance above that region would open a recovery path toward the broader $390–$410 liquidity pocket. If the reclaim fails, Monero is likely to remain in sideways consolidation while the market builds a base. However, a breakdown below $320 would invalidate the exhaustion signal and indicate that sellers still retain control. At present, the indicator favors stabilization first, then a directional move, with the next breakout deciding trend continuation.
XMR Price Structure Shows Early Base Formation
Following a significant decline, XMR price has managed to halt gains and has transitioned into a compression phase. Over the past sessions, the token price has been rotating between $320 and $350 range, with low volatility. The structure now resembles a short-term base forming after exhaustion.
The next decision level sits around $350-$360, where the last rejection originated. Acceptance above this band would place XMR back above its short-term moving averages and expose $390, followed by the larger supply zone near $420-$450. Failure to hold the current base would invalidate the recovery attempt. A loss of $320 reopens downside toward $300, which remains the broader demand zone. For now, the chart structure is transitioning into recovery, but has not yet proven an uptrend.
Final Thoughts
Monero has moved out of impulsive selling and into a decision phase. The TD Sequential buy signal suggests downside pressure is fading, but confirmation depends on price acceptance above resistance rather than the signal alone. Holding the $320–$330 base keeps a recovery attempt intact, while a reclaim of $360 would likely invite momentum traders back into the market and expose the $390–$420 supply zone. Failure to defend support, however, would quickly shift sentiment bearish again and reopen $300.
The live price of the Ronin crypto is $ 0.09951901.
Ronin (RON) eyes recovery in 2026 with Ethereum L2 migration and Uniswap v3 launch. Price could reach $0.85 in 2026 and $7.45 by 2030.
After a 90% drop, Ronin (RON) may rebound via Layer 2 upgrades and ecosystem growth, targeting $0.85 in 2026 and long-term gains by 2030.
Ronin is a blockchain built specifically for gaming by Sky Mavis, the creator of Axie Infinity. It was designed to handle millions of daily active users with near-instant transactions and extremely low fees. At its peak, Ronin processed over $4 billion in NFT volume, proving it could scale real gaming activity.
However, after the broader crypto downturn and reduced Axie Infinity activity, RONIN’s price dropped sharply. Now trading around $0.1000, the token has lost more than 90% of its yearly value.
But 2026 may mark a structural shift. With a major Ethereum Layer 2 migration and new ecosystem expansions ahead, Ronin could be entering a rebuilding phase.
And, if you are considering investing in it, then Coinpedia’s Ronin (RON) price prediction for 2026, 2027, and 2030.
Market watchers are closely watching Ronin as it is transitioning from a sidechain to a full Ethereum Layer 2 using Optimism’s OP Stack. This move allows Ronin to inherit Ethereum’s security and increase transaction speeds by up to 15x.
By March 2026, the proposal to deploy Uniswap v3 as the primary DEX has been underway, backed by a $1.5 million liquidity incentive program.
Meanwhile, this shift will reduce past security concerns and strengthen credibility among developers and institutional partners.
If the migration progresses smoothly, RONIN native token RON will see a price jump towards $0.260 by the end of the march 2026.
Technical Analysis
Looking at the RON/USDT on the daily timeframe remains in a strong macro downtrend. Price has been consistently printing lower highs and lower lows, confirming bearish market structure.
The breakdown from the larger rising broadening wedge in late Q4 triggered a sharp impulsive selloff, shifting momentum decisively to sellers.
Currently, the price is trading inside a descending channel, respecting both the upper dynamic resistance and lower trendline support. Unless RON reclaims the channel’s upper boundary and closes above the 0.13–0.15 resistance zone, rallies are likely to be corrective. Overall bias remains bearish with limited rebound strength.
Month
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
Ron Price Prediction February 2026
$1.90
$2.56
$3.659
Ronin (RON) Price Prediction 2026
The year 2026 will revolve around execution. If the Homecoming upgrade is completed by Q2 and network stability improves, Ronin could reposition itself as a secure gaming-focused Layer 2.
If approved, Uniswap v3 becoming the primary DEX on Ronin would significantly increase liquidity depth and attract DeFi users alongside gamers by the end of mid 2026.
Meanwhile, third-party developers will be able to launch their own Layer 2 chains on Ronin. This could turn Ronin into a gaming-focused ecosystem hub rather than a single-game chain.
If adoption grows beyond Axie Infinity, RONIN may begin forming a sustainable valuation base, pushing token price beyond $0.850.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
Ronin Price Prediction 2026
$0.065
$0.380
$0.850
Ronin Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
$0.065
$0.380
$0.850
2027
$0.253
$0.890
$1.862
2028
$0.579
$1.48
$2.88
2029
$1.04
$2.72
$4.90
2030
$1.67
$3.89
$7.45
Ronin (RON) Price Prediction 2026
By 2026, if the Ethereum L2 migration finalizes successfully and Uniswap v3 strengthens liquidity, RONIN could climb toward $0.85.
RON Price Prediction 2027
In 2027, Ronin plans to introduce Proof-of-Distribution, a new consensus mechanism designed to reward long-term builders and active players, potentially pushing LPT toward $1.862.
Ronin Price Forecast 2028
By 2028, broader Web3 gaming growth and successful app-chain launches could support prices near $2.88.
Ronin Price Prediction 2029
As the ecosystem expands beyond gaming, including payments and remittance solutions in markets like the Philippines, RONIN could approach $4.90.
Ronin (RON) Price Prediction 2030
By 2030, if Ronin evolves into a broader consumer blockchain supporting gaming and payments, RONIN could trade at $7.45, assuming strong adoption.
What Does The Market Say?
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2026
2027
2030
Wallet Investor
$1.967
$2.143
$5.41
priceprediction.net
$3.59
$5.58
$24.63
DigitalCoinPrice
$4.67
$6.63
$13.88
CoinPedia’s Ronin (RON) Price Prediction
From a CoinPedia perspective, Ronin is no longer just the blockchain of Axie Infinity. Its transition to Ethereum Layer 2, liquidity expansion through Uniswap v3, and future Proof-of-Distribution model represent structural upgrades.
If Ronin successfully expands beyond gaming into consumer payments and app-chains, the RONIN token could see meaningful long-term recovery.
Thus, Coinpedia experts predict that RONIN could recover gradually in 2026, with upside toward $0.85.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
$0.065
$0.380
$0.850
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FAQs
What is Ronin (RON) and how does it work?
Ronin is a gaming-focused Ethereum Layer 2 built by Sky Mavis. It offers fast, low-cost transactions designed to support Web3 games and NFT ecosystems.
What is the Ronin Price Prediction for 2026?
Ronin price prediction for 2026 suggests RON could trade between $0.06 and $0.85 if its Ethereum Layer 2 upgrade and ecosystem growth succeed.
What is the RON Price Prediction for 2030?
RON price prediction for 2030 estimates a potential range of $1.67 to $7.45, assuming strong Web3 gaming adoption and sustained network growth.
How high can Ronin (RON) price go by 2040?
By 2040, RON could reach double-digit levels if it becomes a major consumer blockchain, though long-term forecasts remain highly speculative.
Is Ronin (RON) a good investment?
Ronin may be a high-risk, high-reward investment tied to Web3 gaming growth, Layer 2 adoption, and broader crypto market conditions.
Bitcoin’s recent price drop rattled investors across the market. But Arca CIO Jeff Dorman says crypto wasn’t the cause.
In a Milk Road Show interview, Dorman explained that the crash came from big Wall Street funds pulling money out across all markets, not from crypto traders selling. He pointed out that institutional trading platforms saw heavy selling, while crypto-native exchanges like Deribit and Binance stayed relatively calm.
In other words, it was traditional finance dragging Bitcoin down with everything else. Meanwhile, Coinbase data showed that everyday crypto holders were actually buying the dip.
Dorman Says the Four-Year Cycle Is a Myth
Dorman also went after one of crypto’s most popular beliefs. He said the four-year cycle theory is built on just two examples, 2018 and 2022, and both of those crashes were triggered by the Fed hiking interest rates, not by anything happening inside crypto.
Now that Bitcoin is deeply connected to ETFs and institutional money, those old patterns matter even less. Dorman argued the cycle can only work now if enough people believe in it and panic sell at the first sign of a dip.
3 Crypto Sectors Growing
Dorman identified three areas where growth is real and measurable, regardless of what Bitcoin is doing.
DeFi is seeing more users, more money locked in protocols, and more trading volume shifting away from centralized exchanges. Protocols like Hyperliquid and Pump.Fun are generating actual revenue and using it to buy back their own tokens.
Stablecoins hit $10 trillion in transaction volume in January 2026 alone. JP Morgan, Citi, and PayPal have all entered the space with their own stablecoin products.
RWA tokenization carries the biggest long-term potential. Roughly $600 trillion worth of real-world assets like stocks, bonds, and real estate sit off-chain today. Only about $1 trillion has moved on-chain so far. BlackRock, Goldman Sachs, and Apollo are already building here.
Dorman was blunt about what separates real value from hype. He said buybacks are the only way a protocol’s success actually flows back to token holders.
He used Pump.Fun as an example. The protocol sits at a $2 billion valuation, pulls in roughly $500 million in daily revenue, and puts 99% of it toward buying back tokens. At that rate, the entire supply gets bought back in under 3.5 years.
“I’ve been investing in crypto professionally for eight years,” Dorman said. “I’ve never heard anybody come up with even a reasonable argument for why Bitcoin should be worth anything other than just it’s gold is worth X and therefore Bitcoin should be worth some percentage of X.”
For anyone spending all their time watching Bitcoin’s price, Dorman’s message is interesting. The parts of crypto that may be growing in 2026 aren’t waiting for BTC to make a move.
XRP is showing signs of a potential major move as it forms key technical setups like triangles and rising channels. Analysts point to breakout levels between $2.80 and $3.30, which could push the price above $5 if buying momentum increases. Strong support around $2.00 to $2.30 is crucial to keep the bullish outlook intact, and rising trading volume along with positive trend indicators suggest the market could see significant gains if these levels hold.
Paxos, the regulated blockchain and tokenization platform, posted a direct message to banks today. The old stablecoin playbook no longer applies.
In a post shared on X, Paxos called out four common banking industry beliefs about stablecoins and explained why each one is now outdated. The trigger is the GENIUS Act, signed into law by President Trump in July 2025, which set clear federal rules for stablecoin issuance in the U.S.
“Stablecoins are already a multi-trillion-dollar market and banks that can accept them into their business stand to benefit greatly,” Paxos stated.
Stablecoins Are No Longer Unregulated
The first myth Paxos goes after is that stablecoins sit outside regulation. That is no longer true. The GENIUS Act requires 1:1 reserve backing with liquid assets like U.S. Treasuries and monthly public disclosures. Only approved issuers can operate in the U.S.
Outside the U.S., Singapore’s MAS framework and the EU’s MiCA rules have set similar standards. Paxos says it already meets these requirements and that the compliance setup banks once found missing is now in place.
Do Stablecoins Actually Threaten Bank Deposits?
Banks have long worried that stablecoins would pull deposits away and hurt lending. Paxos disagrees.
“Stablecoins serve as rails for payments, settlement and capital efficiency in ways that deposit accounts cannot,” the company stated.
Paxos added that banks can issue or custody stablecoins themselves, turning what they see as a threat into a new product line. The company compared the moment to when electronic payments first scared banks.
Stablecoins, they argue, will follow the same path.
Stablecoins started as a liquidity tool for crypto exchanges. That chapter is over. Paxos pointed out that global companies now use stablecoins to move millions of dollars in minutes for cross-border payments, on-chain capital markets, and tokenized asset settlement.
The company also noted that on-chain stablecoin transactions can be publicly audited in real time.
“Reserves held in short-term Treasuries are safer than many bank assets,” Paxos added.
What Happens to Banks That Wait?
Paxos closed with a warning.
“Banks that embrace them can unlock faster settlement, improved liquidity management and entirely new products for clients. Those that reject them will cede market share to fintechs, blockchain-native players and forward-thinking peers.”
Precious metal gold and silver prices are crashing today. In just 30 minutes, nearly $2.5 trillion was wiped from the overall market. The gold price has fallen below $4,900. Similarly Silver price has declined even more sharply to under $75 per ounce.
The sudden drop has left many investors asking why Gold and Silver prices are crashing Today.
Why Gold and Silver Prices Crashing Today?
According to market data observed this week, the gold price has declined nearly 13% from its all-time high of $5,600 per ounce, while the silver price has plunged almost 22% from $116 to below $75.
Crypto analysts point to multiple macro factors behind the move.
Government Shutdown Risk Increases
First, the risk of a U.S. government shutdown is rising as lawmakers fail to agree on new funding bills. Over the weekend, the United States Department of Homeland Security ran out of funding, triggering a partial government shutdown during Donald Trump’s second term.
Meanwhile, the talks between Republicans and Democrats remain stuck, and Congress is in recess until February 23.
Bond Market Stress
Another major reason behind the crash is the tightening of liquidity. Governments are issuing large amounts of bonds, but demand is weak. This is pushing bond yields higher.
When yields rise, money flows out of metals and into safer income assets. As a result, gold and silver lose short-term appeal.
Fed Policy Uncertainty Adds Pressure
At the same time, the U.S. Federal Reserve has not clearly signaled fast rate cuts. Inflation remains sticky, and interest rates are staying higher for longer. Higher rates reduce the demand for gold and silver because these metals do not offer yield.
Rising yields are tightening financial conditions. Liquidity is shrinking, and when money becomes expensive, assets like gold and silver often face short-term selling.
De-Dollarization Narrative Weakens
Another key reason is the stronger U.S. dollar. When the dollar rises, gold and silver usually fall because they are priced in dollars. Recent global developments suggest that the de-dollarization trend may be slowing, which is supporting the dollar again.
Global Liquidity Dries Up
Lastly, tightening liquidity is adding more pressure on global markets. Quantitative tightening, higher real interest rates, and a stronger U.S. dollar are all reducing the amount of easy money in the system.
When money becomes tight, even gold and silver face selling pressure. In times like this, safe havens do not always protect investors when liquidity dries up.
What’s This Mean for Bitcoin
The recent drop is not limited to gold and silver. Bitcoin has also been affected. BTC price has fallen from $97,680 and is now trading around $68,125.
Despite such a drop, some investors believe that the fall in gold and silver could create an opportunity for Bitcoin. In the past, when gold reached a peak and started to decline, some investors shifted their money into Bitcoin, looking for higher returns.
Economist and “Rich Dad Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki says he is buying more Bitcoin.
“I am so bullish on Bitcoin, I am buying more and more as Bitcoin’s price goes down.”
He argues that with a fixed supply of 21 million coins, long-term scarcity remains strong.
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Newly surfaced 2018 emails from Jeffrey Epstein’s files have reignited controversy after referencing potential discussions about cryptocurrency with Gary Gensler, years before he became SEC Chair. The emails suggest Epstein mentioned plans to speak with Gensler about crypto and informed former U.S. Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers that Gensler would arrive early for such discussions. Summers reportedly described Gensler as “pretty smart.”
However, there is no confirmed evidence that a meeting between Epstein and Gensler actually took place. At the time, Gensler was serving as a professor at MIT, teaching blockchain and digital currency courses, long before leading the SEC under the Biden administration.
Investment Links to Early Crypto Projects
Beyond policy references, the files also highlight Epstein’s reported financial exposure to early crypto ventures. Reports claim he invested around $3 million into Coinbase in 2014. In an X post crypto analyst highlighted that emails referencing projects like XRP and Stellar have fueled speculation that he may have held early positions in those networks as well.
Epstein was also reportedly linked to early stablecoin ventures, including Circle (issuer of USDC), possibly through Brock Pierce. There are suggestions he may have had indirect involvement in Tether’s early ecosystem, although concrete documentation remains limited.
While these investments do not prove wrongdoing, they show Epstein was actively monitoring and participating in crypto’s early growth phase.
One of the more sensitive revelations involves allegations that Epstein funded research connected to U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot programs through MIT and certain Federal Reserve Banks. If accurate, this would place him near early academic and regulatory discussions around digital currency design.
Importantly, any potential conversations with Gensler would have occurred before Gensler held regulatory power at the SEC. Still, critics argue that these overlapping networks between academia, policy, and private investors may raise broader transparency questions.
What It Means for Crypto
At this stage, the revelations raise questions rather than confirm misconduct. There is no public evidence linking Epstein to regulatory decisions made during Gensler’s SEC tenure. However, the situation highlights how influential investors often operated within the same academic and policy ecosystems shaping early crypto regulation.
For markets, the impact remains largely reputational unless formal investigations emerge. For the industry, it underscores the need for transparency as crypto continues to mature under increasing regulatory scrutiny.
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FAQs
Who is Gary Gensler and what was his role before leading the SEC?
Gary Gensler is the current SEC Chair. Before that, he taught blockchain at MIT and previously led the CFTC, focusing on financial regulation.
What is Gary Gensler’s stance on crypto regulation?
As SEC Chair, Gensler has pushed for stricter crypto oversight, arguing many tokens may qualify as securities under U.S. law.
Where is Gary Gensler now and what is he doing?
Gary Gensler, former SEC Chair (2021–Jan 2025), has returned to MIT as Professor of the Practice at the Sloan School of Management and CSAIL as of early 2026.
While most major crypto assets held steady with muted volatility, Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) has quietly outperformed, posting modest gains as traders reassess positioning around fresh ecosystem news. The relative strength stands out against a stable marketplace because it is not simply following broader moves, it reflects specific narrative flow rooted in a significant partnership development.
Visa-Powered Pengu Card Boosts Narrative
Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) confirmed a high-profile strategic initiative with payments giant Visa and finance platform KAST to launch the Pengu Card, a co-branded crypto debit card accepted at over 150 million merchants worldwide. The card will allow users to spend stablecoins and other digital assets directly, with up to 12% rewards and 7% yield features, and has opened a global waitlist for early access.
That announcement has injected fresh narrative strength into PENGU’s market perception. It marks a shift from purely NFT-centric buzz to tangible utility, expanding the brand from collectible culture into mainstream payment rails. Early price action around the news previously sparked spikes of up to double-digit percentages in intraday trading as investors digested the collaboration’s potential.
PENGU price latest rebound has carried back into the zone where the last sell-off originally accelerated, turning this area into the first meaningful decision point rather than a confirmation of strength. The rally itself has been orderly, tightening price action which typically reflects a relief move driven by positioning adjustments instead of fresh aggressive buying. As price approaches the $0.007200 breakdown region, the reaction becomes more important than the move.
The rebound itself formed higher lows from the recent bottom, showing demand stepped in near the base. If buyers manage to hold above this reclaimed range, the structure shifts from recovery to accumulation. A sustained hold above the $0.00700 mark would confirm acceptance back inside the prior range and open room toward $0.007400-$0.007800, where the next liquidity pocket sits. On the downside, losing $0.006800 would invalidate the recovery structure and likely pull price back toward the recent low near $0.006500.
Furthermore, the derivatives data adds another layer to the move. Open interest declined nearly 4% while price surges. This indicates short positions closing and removing selling pressure. For now, leverage is resetting rather than expanding. If buyers maintain control above the recent base, the token can slowly expand upward.
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Bitcoin is currently trading at: $ 67,143.95175427
Predictions suggest BTC to hit $150K to $250K before 2026 ends.
Long-term forecasts estimate BTC prices could hit $900K by 2030.
After a historic 2025 that saw Bitcoin shatter records and flip the legendary $125,000 mark, the market has taken a sharp, cooling turn. The early weeks of 2026 have been defined by a “sell-the-news” reality check, leaving many to wonder if the bull run has finally run out of steam or if we are simply witnessing the ultimate “buy the dip” opportunity.
The landscape has shifted. With a pro-crypto administration in the White House and institutional giants like MicroStrategy and Metaplanet treating BTC as a foundational reserve asset, the rules of the game have changed. No longer just a speculative play for retail traders, Bitcoin is now a geopolitical chess piece and a corporate balance sheet staple.
But as the price tests crucial support levels, the big question remains: Is this a temporary correction before a march toward $200,000, or the start of a long-term reset?
In this deep dive, we break down the Bitcoin price prediction for 2026–2030, exploring the massive trends, regulatory shifts, and institutional moves driving this historic cycle. If you want to know where the floor is and how high the ceiling goes. read on for the full scoop.
Coinpedia’s BTC Price Prediction 2026
In early 2026, Bitcoin is in a correction phase after peaking at around $126,296 in October 2025. A potential bottom may occur around December 2026, with significant support expected between $25,900 and $30,350. Historical trends suggest this decline could reach 70%-76%, potentially bringing Bitcoin down to the lower border of the ascending broadening wedge’s support. This period may mark the end of the bear market, with 426 days in total, similar to historical correction periods, and pave the way for a rally in the next year.
What is the Bitcoin price prediction for today?
The BTC price may range between $66,615.28 and $68,434.43 today.
As of mid-February 2026, the price of Bitcoin is currently hovering near $70,000, following a significant decline from its late January level of approximately $90,000. In the short term, the support level at $60,000 is critical in preventing Bitcoin from exploring lower price points.
Several key levels have been breached, leading traders to await a definitive indication of a short-term bottom before committing to larger investments. Overall, market sentiment appears shaky, trending more towards a bearish outlook. The Crypto Fear and Greed Index indicates a status in the Extreme Fear zone, and Bitcoin ETFs have not experienced sufficient inflows since September 2025.
Furthermore, the 50-day EMA is currently positioned below the 200-day EMA, signaling that the death cross has been in effect since mid-November. Also, a shorter-term death cross between the 20-day and 50-day EMA bands occurred in late January, further substantiating the prevailing bearish trend.
Consequently, traders are now focused on the $60,000-$65,000 range as the next pivotal support zone. Should this level be breached, it may lead to forced selling. The month of February has commenced with volatility, and this choppy market behavior may persist until there is a substantial return of buyers. If buyers re-enter the market in significant numbers, the primary target for February is projected to be $74,750, with a secondary target of $84,900 in the short term.
While the bearish market structure remains dominant, any potential shift towards a bullish trend will be contingent upon overcoming the $93,500 level of the 200-day EMA. Until such a breakthrough occurs, the overall market outlook will remain bearish.
Bitcoin Price Prediction 2026
The current price action in early 2026 confirms that Bitcoin price is following a well-defined historical rhythm within its long-term ascending wedge. After reaching a peak of approximately $126,296 in October 2025, the market has entered a significant correction phase.
This peak was not accidental; it represented a direct hit on the upper resistance boundary of the wedge pattern that has governed Bitcoin’s macro price action for years. Historically, these touches lead to extended periods of decline the first major crash from $21,000 lasted 427 days, while the second from $69,000 lasted 426 days. If this 14-month corrective cycle holds true, we are looking at a “target date” for a definitive bottom around December 2026.
The intensity of the sell-off in February 2026 was largely driven by a failure to reclaim the $87,800–$92,950 supply range. According to the anchored volume profile, this zone represented the highest momentum area of the previous bearish move, and once it flipped from support to resistance, the downward pressure has accelerated. Since markets don’t go straight, there will be attempts to rise, but the likelihood is high that they will occur in the future as fakeouts and result in further decline.
As we look toward the remainder of 2026, the charts suggest that the most significant high-momentum demand area sits much lower, specifically between $25,900 and $30,350.
This range represents a crucial “interest zone” where institutional buyers previously stepped in and where the lower support of the ascending wedge is likely to converge by year-end.
Statistically, Bitcoin’s major crashes have shown a trend of diminishing returns in terms of percentage drawdowns. The late 2017 onwards crash saw an 87.25% decline, and the 2022 crash reached 78.65%. Following this trajectory of “dampening volatility,” the current third crash is projected to result in a 70%-76% approx decline. From the $126,000 ATH, a 76% correction would push the price toward that critical $30,000 region.
Consequently, the prediction for December 2026 is a final test of the wedge’s lower border within this demand zone, marking the end of the current bear cycle and setting the stage for the next period of accumulation and next big rally could occur in 2027 onwards.
BTC Price Indicator Analysis 2026
Similarly, the technical indicators shows that Bitcoin price has already entered a danger zone we haven’t seen in years. On a deeper look at the monthly RSI, BTC has a legendary track record of never hitting “oversold” levels; it usually bottoms out right around the 40 mark. Right now, we’re sitting at 44.49 and sliding fast. This isn’t just a dip it’s the classic signal that the bearish momentum is finally taking over and heading for that historical floor.
The indicators under the hood are screaming the same thing. The MACD has already locked in a bearish cross, and the gap between the lines is widening. In past crashes, the selling hasn’t stopped until those lines flattened out near the zero mark. We aren’t even close to that “exhaustion” point yet, meaning there is plenty of room for this to bleed out further.
Even the “smart money” indicator (CMF) is still showing positive inflows for now, but that’s actually the scary part. Once that green line snaps below zero and heads toward -0.20, that’s when the real panic hits. We aren’t at the end of the crash; we’re in the middle of it. Don’t mistake this for exhaustion, as the collapse toward the pattern’s lower border would soon intensify.
Month
Potential Low
Potential Average
Potential High
2026
$30,000-$45,000
$90,000 – $101,000
$115,000 – $118,000
Bitcoin Price On-chain Outlook
Liquidation data shows roughly $5.81 billion on the short side, compared with just over $380 million on the long side. That imbalance matters because it’s completely dominated by bears and bulls, with no room for survival. It suggests traders are leaning into weakness rather than preparing for a sustained rebound.
In other words, the futures market isn’t buying the bounce. It’s betting against it.
And if BTC price drifts lower again, that heavy short positioning could amplify volatility rather than cushion it. This is why any BTC price prediction right now carries asymmetric risk.
Moreover, the BTC long-term holder SOPR chart shows a current value of 0.7, which is below 1, indicating that more long-term investors are selling at a loss. And it’s seen when more holders keep selling at a loss, this metric has a history of hitting the 0.2-0.3 mark, which has truly seen a fresh demand. For now, the long-term trend is more bearish.
Recent Events Affecting Bitcoin’s Price
The transition from late 2025 into early 2026 saw Bitcoin flip from a booming success story into a struggling “bear market.” After hitting its peak in October, the excitement cooled off fast as the fundamental pillars holding up the price began to crumble at the same time.
By December, the “cheap money” era felt officially over. The Federal Reserve confirmed that high interest rates weren’t going anywhere, and the nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Jerome Powell signaled a shift toward even tighter financial discipline. This left investors spooked, fearing a future without the safety net of central bank support.
The situation worsened in January when big institutional players started pulling their money out of spot ETFs to lock in profits. At the same time, rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran proved that Bitcoin isn’t yet seen as a “safe haven” but investors ditched crypto for actual gold to avoid the risk.
Finally, a “double blow” of bad news drained what was left of the market’s momentum. Crucial crypto legislation, the CLARITY Act, got stuck in the Senate, leaving the industry in legal limbo. Meanwhile, new fears about quantum computing threats to blockchain security started to circulate. Together, these events broke the market’s confidence, pushing the price toward the lower end of its long-term trend.
Bitcoin Crypto Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
BTC Price Forecast 2026
150K
200K
230K
BTC Price Prediction 2027
170K
250K
330K
Bitcoin Predictions 2028
200K
350K
450K
BTC Price 2029
275K
500K
640K
Bitcoin Price Prediction 2030
380K
750K
900K
BTC Price Forecast 2026
The BTC price range in 2026 is expected to be between $150K and $230K.
BTC Price Prediction 2027
Subsequently, the Bitcoin price range can be between $170K to $330K during the year 2027.
Bitcoin Predictions 2028
With the next Bitcoin halving, the price will see another bullish spark in 2028. Specifically, as per our Bitcoin Price Prediction, the potential BTC price range in 2028 is $200K to $450K.
BTC Price 2029
Thereafter, the BTC price for the year 2029 could range between $275K and $640K.
Bitcoin Price Prediction 2030
Finally, in 2030, the price of Bitcoin is predicted to maintain a positive trend. Indeed, the BTC price is expected to reach a new all-time high, ranging between $380K and $900K.
Based on the historic market sentiments and trend analysis of the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, here are the possible Bitcoin price targets for the longer time frames.
Year
Potential Low ($)
Potential Average ($)
Potential High ($)
2031
$540,830.43
$901,383.47
$1,261,936.86
2032
$757,162.60
$1,261,936.86
$1,766,711.60
2033
$1,059,945.80
$1,766,711.60
$2,473,477.75
2040
$5,799,454.28
$9,665,757.13
$13,532,059.98
2050
$161,978,188.65
$269,963,647.74
$377,949,106.84
Bitcoin Prediction: Analysts and Influencers’ BTC Price Target
“Jack Dorsey, former Twitter CEO (now X), predicts Bitcoin could exceed $1 million by 2030 due to its ecosystem growth and increasing adoption.”
Cathie Wood, CEO of Ark Invest, projects Bitcoin to reach $1.5 million by 2030, driven by institutional adoption and its position as digital gold.”
“Wall Street broker Bernstein believes 2026 will mark the start of a tokenization “supercycle,” maintaining its $150,000 Bitcoin price target for this year and $200,000 for the 2027 cycle peak.”
“Brad Garlinghouse, the Ripple CEO, predicts Bitcoin will hit $180,000 in 2026, due to favorable market and regulatory conditions.”
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FAQs
What are the biggest risks to Bitcoin’s price in 2026?
Major risks include global recessions, tighter crypto regulations, declining liquidity, or a sustained breakdown below key support levels.
How much will BTC be worth in 2030?
Bitcoin price forecasts for 2030 range from $380K to $900K, driven by scarcity, long-term adoption, and expanding institutional participation.
What will be the price of Bitcoin in 2050?
While uncertain, many long-term projections suggest Bitcoin could exceed $1 million by 2050 if it becomes a global store of value.
Is Bitcoin still a good hedge against inflation in the long term?
Bitcoin’s fixed supply makes it attractive as an inflation hedge, especially during currency debasement and long-term economic uncertainty.
The live price of the Cardano token is $ 0.28065516.
Price prediction suggests potential to reach $2.75 to $3.25 by year-end 2026.
Long-term forecasts indicate ADA could hit $10.25 by 2030.
The Cardano price prediction 2026 is generating significant buzz in the crypto market, as the last quarter is soon to close in few days, boosting interest for the next altcoin. The 2025 for ADA/USD began with numerous fundamental updates strengthening its future, including the transformative Plomin Hard Fork, but 2026 seems even more constructive.
Now, Questions abound: “Will Cardano spearhead the altcoin movement?” and “What heights can ADA reach by 2050?” Explore this Cardano price prediction 2026 and beyond, filled with expert insights and ambitious forecasts.
Coinpedia’s Cardano Price Prediction
The Cardano price outlook for 2026 is promising, driven by its extraordinary 4,000% surge in 2020 and currently holding strong at a significant support level. With a positive shift in market sentiment, even a moderate increase could lead to a remarkable 1,000% rise, positioning Cardano around $4.50.
A more conservative target of $1.40 indicates a solid 300% gain based on existing trends. Analysts are broadly optimistic that upcoming ETF approvals will boost institutional adoption and market stability, with price projections ranging from $2.05 to $2.80.
The ADA price is currently experiencing a significant monthly sell-off. However, early February has revealed a crucial demand zone where new buying interest seems to be responding in the short term, but if the broader market improves, then more demand is likely to emerge, setting the stage for a potential bullish rally. Additionally, the lower boundary of the falling wedge is providing solid support, indicating that a price spike could be imminent at some point. Therefore, it is anticipated that ADA could potentially reach $0.40 this month. On the other hand, if BTC collapses again, ADA might drop to $0.20 or even lower.
Cardano AI Price Prediction For February 2026
Source
Low Price
Average Price
High Price
Gemini
$0.85 – $0.95
$1.00 – $1.20
$1.30 – $1.50+
BlackBox
$0.65
$1.00
$1.50
ChatGPT
$0.75
$0.95
$1.25
ADA Price Prediction 2026
The Cardano price forecast for 2026 points to an important support level on its weekly chart, a range that has consistently acted as a strong pivot point for price trends, and is currently giving off signals of another potential rally. This support level is known for displaying remarkable resilience over time, suggesting that if Cardano price USD can maintain its position above this threshold once again, it could pave the way for significant price movements in 2026.
Looking back at Cardano’s historical performance on the weekly chart, it shows an extraordinary rally in 2020, when the asset posted staggering gains of nearly 4,000%. During that bullish phase, the Cardano price USD spent an extended period consolidating around the dynamic support trendline, which appears to be a strategic accumulation at discounts from smart money, contributing significantly to its eventual surge.
If the current market sentiment shifts positively, a resurgence in investor confidence could lead to a recovery. Not ambitiously, even modestly, past performance could give a tremendous surge. Last year’s performance was 4000%. If we assume 1/4 of that momentum, it would result in an increase of approximately 1000%, potentially elevating Cardano’s price to $4.50 by 2026.
Conversely, a more conservative approach suggests a realistic price target of around $1.40, indicating a potential increase of about 300%. This estimate remains feasible, especially since it is based on fundamental analyses and market trends that are not reliant on speculative triggers, such as the possible approval of exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Additionally, many experts propose that these ETFs could significantly impact the market by boosting institutional investment and improving market stability. In a situation where ETF approvals occur and retail investor excitement rises, Cardano’s price could realistically range from $2.05 to $2.80.
Scenario
Potential Low
Average Price
Potential High
Without ETF Approval
$0.85
$1.10
$1.25
With ETF Approval + Retail Surge
$1.20
$1.65
$2.05
Bullish Breakout (with ETF & macro support)
$1.50
$2.05
$2.80
Cardano On-chain Analysis
As per Cardano’s on-chain metrics, “Smart Money” accumulation phase is the best observation right now, because the divergence between retail and institutional holders is more vivid than ever.
As the number of addresses holding between 10 and 1 million ADA is declining, and the consistent surge in the 10 million to 100 million coin bracket confirms this, this represents a major supply consolidation. The observation shows that these mega-whales are strategically absorbing the “weak hands” during price dips, effectively building a rock-solid fundamental floor for the asset. Also, the fact that the 1M to 10M coin bracket is also growing confirms that professional high-net-worth investors seem to be positioning for a recovery, too.
Similarly, the surge to 4.57 million total holders despite a grueling 2025 proves that Cardano’s ecosystem is expanding its reach even in a “stress test” environment. This growth in the holder base suggests that the asset is not being abandoned; rather, it is being redistributed into a more stable, long-term foundation. When a holder count rises as prices fall, it signals that the market views current levels as a deep-value opportunity rather than a reason to exit.
Additionally, the Weighted Sentiment flipping the 0 line to 0.656 is a crucial momentum trigger. Professionally, this “0-line flip” indicates that the aggregate social and market bias has shifted from fear to optimism.
Combined with the strategic whale accumulation, this sentiment pivot suggests that the “disbelief” phase is ending and that a bullish rally is likely once the remaining retail sell pressure is fully absorbed by the growing whale cohorts.
Cardano (ADA) Price Prediction 2026 – 2030
Price Prediction
Potential Low ($)
Average Price ($)
Potential High ($)
2026
2.75
3.00
3.25
2027
4.50
4.75
5.00
2028
5.25
5.50
5.75
2029
6.75
7.25
7.75
2030
9.00
9.75
10.25
This table, based on historical movements, shows ADA prices to reach $10.25 by 2030 based on compounding market cap each year. This table provides a framework for understanding the potential Cardano price movements. Yet, the actual price will depend on a combination of market dynamics, investor behavior, and external factors influencing the cryptocurrency landscape.
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