XRP price started a downside correction from the $1.3550 zone. The price is now consolidating and might aim for another increase if it stays above the $1.30 zone. XRP price started a downside correction after it failed to clear the $1.3550 zone. The price is now trading below $1.3220 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.3380 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could continue to move up if it settles above $1.340. XRP Price Holds Support XRP price started a decent upward move above $1.3220 and $1.3250, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price gained pace for a clear move above the $1.3420 resistance. A high was formed at $1.3566, and the price started a downside correction. There was a move below $1.350 and $1.340. The price dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.2786 swing low to the $1.3566 high. However, the bulls were active above $1.3080 and the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1.2786 swing low to the $1.3566 high. The price is now trading below $1.3220 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is a fresh upward move, the price might face resistance near the $1.3250 level. The first major resistance is near the $1.3380 level. There is also a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1.3380 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair, above which the price could rise and test $1.3550. A clear move above the $1.3550 resistance might send the price toward the $1.380 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $1.40 resistance. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near $1.4250. Another Drop? If XRP fails to clear the $1.3380 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1.3080 level. The next major support is near the $1.30 level. If there is a downside break and a close below the $1.30 level, the price might continue to decline toward $1.2880. The next major support sits near the $1.2620 zone, below which the price could continue lower toward $1.250. Any more losses might call for a test of $1.2350. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $1.3080 and $1.3000. Major Resistance Levels – $1.3380 and $1.3550.
Institutional interest in Bitcoin spot ETFs suggests growing confidence in crypto as a macro hedge amid geopolitical uncertainties.
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Institutional confidence in Bitcoin's potential surge could drive market dynamics, despite geopolitical tensions and current trading inactivity.
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Iran's military prowess, highlighted by the missile incident, suggests regime stability, reducing the likelihood of imminent collapse.
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The missile strike underscores Iran's military prowess, reinforcing regime stability and reducing the likelihood of imminent political upheaval.
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West Texas Intermediate crude has hit $115 a barrel, gasoline prices in the US are up nearly 40% since late February, and Bitcoin is still trying to break through a wall it has failed to climb six times now. That is the world Bitcoin finds itself in on Monday as it briefly touched $69,550 — a modest 3.30% gain that nevertheless sent shockwaves through the derivatives market. Related Reading: Bitcoin Stumbles Hard: The Worst Q1 In Years Raises Big Questions Short Sellers Take The Hardest Hit Over $276 million in leveraged positions were wiped out in 24 hours, hitting 80,200 traders across crypto derivatives platforms. The damage was not spread evenly. Bears took the brunt of it. According to CoinGlass data, short positions accounted for $188 million of the $210 million liquidated in just the 12-hour window around the price surge. Long liquidations, by comparison, came in at $24 million. Traders who had been betting on a continued decline were caught flat-footed as Bitcoin pushed back toward the $70,000 mark it has repeatedly failed to hold since early February. The asset remains well off its best levels. Bitcoin set an all-time high of $126,000 on October 6, 2025. At current prices, it is trading roughly 45% below that record — context that puts Monday’s rally in sharper perspective. A Squeeze Could Still Be Coming The positioning data tells an uneven story. Based on CoinGlass figures, more than $6 billion in short positions are stacked near $72,500. If Bitcoin pushes up to that level, those positions could be forced to close in rapid succession. On the downside, about $2 billion in long positions sit near $65,000 — a smaller but real risk if momentum fades. That gap between short and long exposure is what has some traders watching closely for a possible extended squeeze. Bitcoin has made six runs at $70,000 since slipping below it in early February. Each attempt has fallen short. Monday’s move is the latest test of that resistance, and it arrives against a backdrop that is anything but calm. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs Gaining Ground, Could Soon Surpass Gold—Analyst Energy Shock Adds Pressure On All Fronts A standoff over the Strait of Hormuz has been tightening its grip on global energy markets since late February. Iran has rejected ceasefire terms, insisting compensation for war-related damage must be addressed before the strait reopens. Oil prices have surged as a result. US gasoline costs are up sharply, and broader inflation fears have followed. US President Donald Trump has called for Iran to reopen the waterway, citing global trade concerns. Reports indicate he has also suggested a deal with Iran may be within reach, while warning of severe consequences if talks collapse — including potential US control over Iranian oil resources. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
The Securities and Exchange Commission will address fundraising and startup exemptions in this proposal, Paul Atkins told a crowd Monday.
Glassnode data shows soft participation, while a negative gamma setup below $68,000 leaves BTC exposed to a faster move toward $60,000.
Pi Network has completed its first round of KYC validator reward distributions, marking a significant milestone for the project’s decentralised human workforce model. The rewards cover more than 526 million validation tasks completed by over 1 million human validators, work that contributed directly to verifying the identities of 18 million people across Pi’s global network. …
The skepticism surrounding Iran's compliance with the deadline underscores the complexities of geopolitical negotiations and market volatility.
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The skepticism around Iran meeting the deadline could heighten geopolitical tensions, potentially leading to increased market volatility.
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Ethereum price extended gains above $2,150 before it faced sellers. ETH is now correcting gains and might find bids near the $2,080 zone. Ethereum started a decent upward move above the $2,120 zone. The price is trading above $2,100 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a rising channel with support at $2,140 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,080 resistance. Ethereum Price Aims Higher Ethereum price remained stable above $2,050 and started a decent upward move, like Bitcoin. ETH price climbed above the $2,080 and $2,120 resistance levels. The bulls pumped the price above $2,150. A high was formed at $2,174 before the price started a downside correction. There was a move below the 38.2% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,021 swing low to the $2,174 high. Besides, there was a break below a rising channel with support at $2,140 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading above $2,080 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,080, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,120 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,140 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,175 level. A clear move above the $2,175 resistance might send the price toward the $2,220 resistance. An upside break above the $2,220 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,350 resistance zone or even $2,380 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,140 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,080 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2,021 swing low to the $2,174 high. The first major support sits near the $2,065 zone. A clear move below the $2,065 support might push the price toward the $2,020 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,980 region. The main support could be $1,965. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,065 Major Resistance Level – $2,140
A crypto analyst has presented a new roadmap for Bitcoin (BTC), outlining his interpretation of past events and forecasting the market’s next possible moves in the coming months. The analyst also shared insights into the market’s psychology during key periods in the current cycle. While he reveals how to trade in this shaky environment, the analyst also projects that Bitcoin could hit a new all-time high of $215,000 soon. His overall analysis suggests that Bitcoin may still be in a bull market despite recent price crashes and analysts’ claim that it has entered its cyclical bear phase. A Look At Bitcoin’s Past Cycle Moves In an X post on April 5, crypto market analyst Nehal shared his Bitcoin roadmap for 2026 and several strategies for trading and navigating this cycle. The analyst presented a psychology chart that captures investors’ sentiment stages for each month in a bull and bear market, highlighting how these emotions can drive trading decisions as the market moves. Related Reading: Analyst Who Called Bitcoin Top Says Price Is Going To $200,000, But Should You Buy Now? Starting in February, Nehal described the month as a classic bear trap phase. He noted that during this period, Bitcoin’s price remained low as many investors remained in disbelief, doubting that any emerging rally would hold. At the same time, smart money quietly accumulated positions while others hesitated, seeing any small price bounce as fake. As March unfolded, the analyst noted that the market experienced a final shakeout. Here, weak hands were forced to sell their bags amid the downtrend, even as momentum began to shift upward. By the end of the month, the chart shows that optimism had grown among investors, who began to believe the rally was real, setting the stage for a broader bull run. Now in April, Nehal believes that the long-anticipated altcoin season is taking hold, signaling a capital rotation from Bitcoin into other cryptocurrencies. The chart shows that during this period, thrill and FOMO are expected to dominate the market as investors take longer positions and confidence slowly peaks before BTC’s projected all-time high. What’s Next For The Market Looking ahead to May, Nehal has projected that Bitcoin could reach its next peak near $215,000, marking a more than 200% increase from its current price above $69,000. During this period, early holders may begin taking profits while late buyers rush in. The chart shows that euphoria would be at its highest at this stage as greed spreads and many traders, unfortunately, end up buying near the top. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price To $80,000: How The February Bullish Trend Can Push It 20% Higher In June, Nehal predicts that a bull trap will likely emerge, giving late buyers the illusion that the rally is continuing. His chart indicated that while prices may rebound briefly, anxiety will increase as leveraged positions face possible pressure. Essentially, Bitcoin traders who entered the market near the peak will probably start realizing losses, signaling the start of a downturn. Finally, during July and August, the market is expected to shift into a distribution phase that could lead to a bear market. Nehal’s chart shows that denial may fade at this time as investors place the blame on external factors. Around the same time, Bitcoin could finally hit its price bottom as late buyers likely sell their holdings and exit the market in frustration. Concluding his analysis, Nehal emphasized the importance of trading smartly and maintaining liquidity. He also advised traders to prepare in advance and position themselves strategically, warning that failing to do so could result in major losses. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com
The declining ceasefire odds highlight skepticism about immediate diplomatic progress, reflecting broader geopolitical tensions and uncertainty.
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Iran's hardline stance may delay US-Iran negotiations, impacting market confidence and increasing geopolitical uncertainty.
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Bitcoin price started a decent increase above the $68,800 zone. BTC is trimming gains and might revisit the $67,500 support zone. Bitcoin gained pace for a move above the $68,500 and $68,800 levels. The price is trading above $68,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $67,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken). The pair might extend losses if it stays below the $69,250 and $69,500 levels. Bitcoin Price Trims Gains Bitcoin price managed to climb higher above the $68,000 resistance zone. BTC gained pace for a move above the $68,500 and $68,800 levels. The price even climbed above $70,000 but failed to remain in a positive zone. A high was formed at $70,463, and the price started a downside correction. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $65,688 swing low to the $70,463 high. Bitcoin is now trading above $68,000 and the 100 hourly simple moving average. There is also a bullish trend line forming with support at $67,500 on the hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair. If the price remains stable above $67,500, it could attempt a fresh increase. Immediate resistance is near the $69,350 level. The first key resistance is near the $69,800 level. A close above the $69,800 resistance might send the price further higher. In the stated case, the price could rise and test the $70,500 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $71,500 level. The next barrier for the bulls could be $72,000. More Losses In BTC? If Bitcoin fails to rise above the $69,350 resistance zone, it could start another decline. Immediate support is near the $68,000 level. The first major support is near the $67,800 level. The next support is now near the $67,500 zone or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $65,688 swing low to the $70,463 high. Any more losses might send the price toward the $66,800 support in the near term. The main support now sits at $65,500, below which BTC might struggle to recover in the near term. Technical indicators: Hourly MACD – The MACD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $68,000, followed by $67,500. Major Resistance Levels – $69,350 and $70,500.
Christian leaders' silence on political immorality raises concerns about faith's role in modern governance.
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DeFi risk manager Chaos Labs said Aave’s planned migration to Aave V4 introduced risks that it wasn’t willing to assume, while Aave said Chaos wanted to take on full control as the sole risk service provider.
For years, many have viewed XRP through the lens of price speculation, hoping it would remain cheap long enough to accumulate massive holdings. However, David Schwartz is pushing back on that narrative, making it clear that XRP was never designed to stay cheap. Instead, its value is deeply tied to its role as a high-efficiency bridge asset for global payments, where utility drives long-term pricing. David Schwartz Challenges The Cheap XRP Narrative In a recent X post, Diana revealed that the Ripple ex-CTO David Joelkatz Schwartz has revisited one of his most widely discussed statements from 2017, that XRP “can’t be dirt cheap,” and clarified that the community has long misunderstood it. Many interpreted the comment through the lens of investor gains, but Schwartz now emphasized that this was from a payments perspective. Related Reading: XRP Analyst Shares What To Expect Once Ripple Taps This $12.5 Trillion Industry He explained that the statement was rooted in XRP’s role as a payment tool, not from a holder’s perspective. At the same time, he referred specifically to the mechanics of using XRP to move value across borders. From a payments standpoint, the dollar value of a transaction remains constant regardless of the XRP price. However, if XRP is priced too low, significantly more tokens are required to process the same transactions. This creates more friction, slippage, and inefficiency for large flows. In contrast, a higher XRP price can make large-scale payment use efficient, not because holders need a pump, but because the system works better with fewer tokens. REAL Token Powers The Next Phase Of XRP Ledger Growth Momentum around XRP continues to build as major players double down on its long-term prospects. An influencer and ambassador known as Ledger Man on X has noted that Yoshitaka Kitao, the CEO of Japan’s SBI Holdings, has reportedly expressed strong confidence in XRP’s future, even suggesting that the asset could become very expensive as adoption grows. Related Reading: XRP Ledger Linked To SWIFT In New Wave Of Backend Integration Speculation This outlook comes as SBI deepens its collaboration with Ripple, exploring new initiatives including RLUSD integration and blockchain-based bond solutions. Meanwhile, attention is turning to the expanding ecosystem around the XRP Ledger. In less than 10 days, RealFi is expected to unveil a major partnership, an announcement aimed at expanding XRPL globally. Powered by the REAL Token, the initiative is designed to introduce payment rewards across multiple industries, signaling a broader push to bring real-world utility to blockchain technology. Ledger Man emphasized that these developments highlight a growing convergence, and RealFi is rapidly gaining momentum. The conversation around tokenization is gaining urgency at the highest levels of finance. According to Amelie’s post, BlackRock CEO Larry Fink had recently argued that the industry may be underestimating how rapidly every financial asset could become tokenized. This broader vision appears to align with the developments on the XRP Ledger. On April 17th, a major global partnership is expected to launch on the XRPL, with REAL Token built on XRPL, it’s positioned to help power the ecosystem. Featured image from Vectorstock, chart from Tradingview.com
Phantom is currently experiencing a service outage affecting token prices and balances, but said user funds are safe.
Regulatory shifts could redefine token classifications, impacting investor confidence and the future of crypto projects.
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OpenAI's pursuit of AGI promises to revolutionize intellectual tasks and unify AI applications under one framework.
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Rising oil prices and exaggerated quantum threats could reshape economic landscapes and Bitcoin investment strategies.
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AI-driven shifts in Bitcoin mining reveal new valuation opportunities amid geopolitical and energy market influences.
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Canada's vast resources could redefine its trade dynamics with the US amid global economic shifts.
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AI detection tools are crucial as they maintain content integrity amid rising challenges of authenticity and credibility.
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AI's rapid evolution in coding could lead to a major disaster without improved safety practices.
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Iran's strategic role in global tensions underscores potential regional instability, yet immediate regime change remains unlikely without direct intervention.
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Rising odds of Iran's regime collapse highlight increasing geopolitical instability, impacting global markets and strategic alliances.
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AI investments may be driven by fear, but domestic manufacturing signals a potential market rebound.
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