Tensions in the Middle East are fueling a flight to safety, with traders rotating out of altcoins into stablecoins and bitcoin amid uncertainty around U.S. military escalation and sticky inflation.
After more than five weeks of unrelenting downside pressure, Cardano (ADA) finds itself approaching a potentially decisive juncture. In a new analysis published June 18, crypto analyst Quantum Ascend (@quantum_ascend) offered a fresh take on ADA’s price structure, warning that the final leg of a downward five-wave Elliott pattern may now be unfolding—with a critical resolution point drawing near. How Low Can Cardano Crash? “We dropped down into that second wave… and had it highlighted, it bounced from there. So we did call that correctly,” the analyst began, referencing earlier predictions. But despite the brief bounce, he now sees a more extended impulse playing out. “It does look like we’re turning this into more of a five-wave move down. So one, two, three, four, and working on a fifth wave now,” he explained while analyzing the one-day chart of ADA. Related Reading: Whales Dump Over 270 Million Cardano In One Week – Bearish Signal Or Shakeout? At the core of the bearish outlook is Fibonacci confluence. Quantum Ascend pointed out that ADA currently hovers around the 0.702 retracement level, with the 0.786 level lying just beneath it—both key zones often associated with deeper corrections in Elliott Wave theory. “Makes complete sense for us to go ahead and drop in right to this area at the very minimum,” he noted. Yet despite the grim technicals, the analyst maintains that no structural damage has occurred—at least not yet. “As long as we hold the 51 cent level, nothing’s broken, it’s not a problem, right?” he reassured. The broader context, however, is less encouraging: “We need Bitcoin to catch a little bit of a bid or Ethereum or something. We need some kind of good news to come in to alleviate a little bit of this because the market’s just pretty much been bleeding… for over a month now.” ADA has underperformed relative to its peers since early May, with sentiment sliding alongside price. But Quantum Ascend encouraged viewers not to overreact to the current downtrend. “All it is is an opportunity to dollar cost average,” he said, before addressing the exhaustion many long-term holders are feeling. “I know what you’re saying, QA. I’ve been dollar cost averaging for seven months. I get it. I’ve been there.” Related Reading: Nasdaq Says Yes To Cardano: ADA Earns A Spot Among Crypto Giants Rather than panic-sell or obsess over day-to-day moves, the analyst recommended mental distance and patience. “Go do something fun, it’s beautiful, it’s summer. Go do something else, anything else. But this thing is gonna resolve itself and alt season is around the corner,” he said. Despite short-term bearishness in the chart, his long-term conviction remains intact. “World War III is not starting. I could not have more conviction in all those things.” With ADA potentially entering the final leg of a corrective structure and broader markets searching for a catalyst, all eyes are now on whether support zones hold—or if Cardano is headed even lower before the long-awaited resolution finally arrives. At press time, ADA traded at $0.6158. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
ADA fell below $0.620 Monday, posting a 5.35% daily loss as bearish momentum continued, though some patterns hint at potential base formation near key support.
Cardano price started a fresh decline below the $0.680 zone. ADA is now consolidating and might struggle to stay above the $0.620 support. ADA price started a fresh decline below $0.70 and $0.680. The price is trading below $0.680 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.630 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it dips below the $0.620 support zone. Cardano Price Dips Further In the past few days, Cardano saw a fresh decline below the $0.720, unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum. ADA even declined below the $0.70 level to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below the $0.680 level. A low was formed at $0.6134 and the price recently corrected some losses. There was a move above the $0.620 and $0.6350 levels. The price climbed above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.7311 swing high to the $0.6134 low. However, the bears remained active near $0.6560. Cardano price is now trading above $0.620 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. Besides, there is a key bullish trend line forming with support at $0.630 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $0.650 zone. The first resistance is near $0.6560. The next key resistance might be $0.6720. It is close to the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $0.7311 swing high to the $0.6134 low. If there is a close above the $0.6720 resistance, the price could start a strong rally. In the stated case, the price could rise toward the $0.70 region. Any more gains might call for a move toward $0.7350 in the near term. Another Drop In ADA? If Cardano’s price fails to climb above the $0.6720 resistance level, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $0.630 level. The next major support is near the $0.620 level. A downside break below the $0.620 level could open the doors for a test of $0.60. The next major support is near the $0.5650 level where the bulls might emerge. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ADA/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for ADA/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.630 and $0.620. Major Resistance Levels – $0.6560 and $0.6720.
Solana Labs co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has opposed Cardano’s leadership’s new proposal to convert part of its treasury into Bitcoin. In a June 16 post on X, Yakovenko suggested the idea was misguided, arguing that it reflects poor treasury management and sends the wrong message to the Cardano community. According to him: “Projects should keep 18-36 […]
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Cardano held firm above $0.64 early Monday as staking growth hit new highs and price action confirmed a bullish breakout from recent resistance levels.
Cardano’s ADA steadied near $0.62 after $170M in whale selling, while the Foundation launched Originate to help brands verify product authenticity.
Cardano (ADA) is currently consolidating near a critical support zone that could shape the direction of its price action in the coming weeks. After a sharp 15% drop since Wednesday, ADA is showing signs of weakness as broader market sentiment sours amid rising geopolitical tensions. The conflict between Israel and Iran has injected significant volatility and uncertainty into global markets, spilling over into the crypto space. Related Reading: Solana Approaches Critical Support Amid Middle East Conflicts – Can Demand Hold? ADA’s recent losses reflect this risk-off environment, as investors become more cautious and liquidity thins. The failure to hold above key resistance earlier in the month has turned previous support levels into pressure points for bulls. If ADA fails to defend the current range, further downside into lower support zones could follow quickly. According to on-chain data from Santiment, Cardano whales have offloaded more than 270 million ADA over the past week. This significant distribution adds to the selling pressure and suggests large holders may be anticipating more downside, or at the very least, reducing exposure amid macroeconomic instability. Whale Activity And Macro Risks Weigh On Price Cardano remains one of the most underperforming large-cap altcoins in 2025, currently trading 85% below its yearly highs and 107% off its peak from last year. Despite a few short-lived rallies, ADA has struggled to maintain momentum and attract sustained demand. The broader altcoin market has shown signs of weakness, with capital continuing to concentrate around Bitcoin and Ethereum, leaving ADA vulnerable at key support levels. Analysts are calling for a decisive move as ADA consolidates at a critical price zone that could define the coming weeks of action. If bulls fail to step in, Cardano could see further downside toward historical support levels. The situation is further complicated by global tensions and rising macroeconomic uncertainty. Geopolitical instability—most notably the Israel-Iran conflict—has triggered risk-off sentiment across global markets, driving volatility in crypto. Adding to the bearish pressure, top analyst Ali Martinez shared on-chain data showing that whales have sold over 270 million ADA in the past week alone. This large-scale distribution from deep-pocketed holders highlights a loss of confidence or, at minimum, a defensive repositioning amid the current uncertainty. For ADA to regain bullish momentum, it must defend current levels and break through resistance with strong volume support. A sustained recovery in broader altcoin sentiment could provide the tailwind ADA needs. However, with external macro risks looming and whale activity suggesting caution, investors should remain vigilant. Unless Cardano can show strength at these key levels, the road to recovery may be longer and more volatile than expected. Related Reading: Ethereum Faces Stress As Israel-Iran Conflict Shakes Sentiment – ETH/BTC Support In Focus Cardano Struggles At Support Amid Broader Market Weakness The daily chart for Cardano shows a concerning technical picture as the token trades at approximately $0.6368, nearing its critical support range. After briefly attempting to break above $0.75 in late May, ADA has since reversed course, printing a series of lower highs and failing to reclaim its key moving averages. Currently, it trades below the 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day simple moving averages, indicating a bearish structure across multiple timeframes. The $0.63–$0.64 level now stands as a crucial zone. A breakdown below this level could open the door to further downside, potentially revisiting March lows near $0.58 or even the psychological $0.50 level if broader market sentiment continues to deteriorate. The declining volume and failure to hold above key averages signal waning bullish momentum. Adding to the weakness, recent whale activity has raised red flags. On-chain data from Santiment revealed that whales have sold over 270 million ADA in the past week, fueling speculation about a lack of confidence among large holders. Related Reading: Ethereum Tests Previous Resistance As Support – Can Bulls Defend This Level? To regain strength, ADA must hold current support and break back above the 100-day SMA around $0.70. Until then, Cardano remains vulnerable to further declines as investors grow more risk-averse amid macro uncertainty. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Cardano's ADA token dipped more than 6% as Charles Hoskinson defended a proposal to deploy 140M ADA from the treasury to kick-start stablecoin liquidity.
The proposal appears at to be at odds with previous comments from Cardano Foundation CEO Frederik Gregaard.
The Cardano ecosystem could soon undergo a strategic treasury shift to energize its DeFi and stablecoin sectors. On June 13, the network founder Charles Hoskinson suggested allocating around $100 million worth of ADA from the network’s treasury towards a mix of stablecoins and Bitcoin. According to him: “[W]e take about a hundred million worth of ADA […]
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Cardano’s ADA has joined the Nasdaq Crypto Index, moving from the sidelines into the institutional spotlight. According to Nasdaq filings, this shift brings ADA alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum in one of the main benchmarks watched by big investors. It’s a sign that regulators and asset managers see Cardano as more than just another blockchain token. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $1 Million? Michael Saylor Laughs Off Crypto Winter Fears Index Broadens To Nine Assets Based on reports from TapTools and Nasdaq’s Form 8-K, the index grew from five to nine assets. It now lists Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Chainlink, Uniswap, and adds Cardano (ADA), Solana (SOL), Ripple (XRP), and Stellar (XLM). The change gives these newcomers a seat at the table. It also means more options for funds that track this benchmark. Cardano $ADA has officially been added to the Nasdaq Crypto Index, joining BTC and ETH in one of the industry’s top institutional benchmarks. It’s not just recognition— It’s infrastructure-level validation. Full breakdown ????https://t.co/n6nW3aK8rt pic.twitter.com/KuyDXy4cem — TapTools (@TapTools) June 10, 2025 Impact On Weighting Of Bitcoin And Ethereum Previously, Bitcoin made up 85% of the index and Ethereum held 10%. With ADA and the other three in play, Bitcoin’s share falls to 75% and Ethereum’s to 11%. This shift lets portfolio managers spread risk across a broader set of tokens. It also lowers the concentration in the two biggest names in crypto. SEC approves NASDAQ Index that includes ADA Cardano pic.twitter.com/p7Rj5RVGQd — Cardano Feed ($ADA) (@CardanoFeed) June 11, 2025 ETF Holdings Await SEC Signoff Even though the index itself now includes all 9 assets, the US-listed Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF still holds only Bitcoin and Ethereum. That won’t change until the SEC signs off on updates to the ETF’s rulebook. Based on the current timeline, that approval is expected in early 2026. Until then, US investors can track the wider index on paper, but their ETF shares will stick with the original two coins. Related Reading: TRX Price Up As Tron Rolls Out The Red Carpet For Trump-Backed Stablecoin Cardano Gains Institutional Spotlight For Cardano, this is more than a trophy. It means added liquidity, better price support, and a clearer path into institutional portfolios. More cash in and out of ADA markets could narrow trading spreads and smooth out big swings. Trading platforms, custody services, and exchanges will feel the impact too. They’ll need to meet the index’s criteria—steady volume, regulated venues, and institutional-grade storage. Those checkpoints help keep major players comfortable when they decide to buy or sell ADA at scale. Overall, bringing ADA into this benchmark shows that big finance is watching Cardano more closely than before. Yet the final step—actual ETF inclusion in the US—still lies with regulators. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
The $0.70 level is a key psychological support zone for ADA's price stability, CoinDesk Research's technical analysis shows.
Cardano has taken a new step in bridging the gap between Bitcoin and decentralized finance by launching Cardinal. This protocol allows the top blockchain network to interact with Cardano’s DeFi ecosystem. Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson highlighted the release on June 9, sharing a post from Roman Pellerin, Chief Technology Officer at Input Output Global (IOG), […]
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Cardano’s ADA is among tokens that saw wild price swings amid Elon Musk and President Trump's clash over the U.S. economy.
Investors weigh tensions between Elon Musk and President Trump alongside broader recession fears as markets digest the latest macro signals.
Cardano price started a fresh decline below the $0.70 zone. ADA is now consolidating and might aim decline further below the $0.650 zone. ADA price started a fresh decline below $0.720 and $0.700. The price is trading below $0.70 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $0.6840 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it dips below the $0.650 support zone. Cardano Price Dips Further In the past few days, Cardano saw a fresh decline below the $0.750, unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum. ADA even declined below the $0.70 level to enter a bearish zone. Besides, there was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $0.6840 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair. The bears even pushed the price below the $0.70 level. A low was formed at $0.6626 and the price is now consolidating losses. Cardano price is now trading below $0.70 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $0.6720 zone. It is near the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.7026 swing high to the $0.6626 low. The first resistance is near $0.6825 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.7026 swing high to the $0.6626 low. The next key resistance might be $0.6920. If there is a close above the $0.6920 resistance, the price could start a strong rally. In the stated case, the price could rise toward the $0.7350 region. Any more gains might call for a move toward $0.750 in the near term. Another Decline In ADA? If Cardano’s price fails to climb above the $0.6825 resistance level, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $0.6625 level. The next major support is near the $0.650 level. A downside break below the $0.650 level could open the doors for a test of $0.620. The next major support is near the $0.60 level where the bulls might emerge. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ADA/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for ADA/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.650 and $0.620. Major Resistance Levels – $0.6825 and $0.700.
Buying pressure emerged at critical support levels as ADA demonstrated resilience despite broader market uncertainty.
Cardano's native token faces critical technical test amid global economic tensions and regulatory uncertainty.
Cardano staking pool operator (SPO) Sssebi (@Av_Sebastian) has ignited a debate by asserting that Cardano’s ADA could reach double-digit territory this year. In a thread that began, “These are the ingredients for $10 $ADA in 2025,” he listed five developments he believes will transform the eighth-largest cryptocurrency from a $0.70 token into a $10 asset. Each of those “ingredients” is now taking shape—and each comes with its own uncertainties. #1 Cardano Becomes Bitcoin’s DeFi Layer At the Bitcoin 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Input Output (IO) stunned attendees by moving a live Bitcoin Ordinal across a new BitVM-based bridge to Cardano. IO called the demonstration “a preview of what is to come,” adding that the “Cardinal” protocol aims for full integration so BTC holders can lend, borrow and stake inside Cardano’s extended-UTxO environment. By transplanting Bitcoin liquidity onto a programmable ledger without wrapped custodial tokens, Cardano positions itself as a settlement layer for so-called BTCFi applications—an addressable market that today tops $1 trillion in dormant value. Related Reading: Cardano: Elliot Wave Predicts 50% Crash For ADA Price, Is It Time To Get Out #2 The Midnight “Glacier Drop” Airdrop Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson told Consensus 2025 in Toronto that Midnight, his privacy-focused sidechain, will airdrop both NIGHT governance tokens and DUST privacy tokens to “approximately 37 million wallets across eight major blockchains”—with “zero allocation to venture capitalists.” “Every Consensus there’s a new token saying, ‘my thing is better,’” he said. “We’re going to give this away and let users decide.” The sheer scale dwarfs recent airdrops and could seed tens of millions of new ADA-capable addresses once Midnight’s cross-chain fee model pushes traffic back to the base chain. #3 A US Listed Cardano Spot ETF In February NYSE Arca filed to convert the Grayscale Cardano Trust into a spot ETF. The Securities and Exchange Commission acknowledged the application on 24 February, starting a 240-day clock that now runs to 22 October 2025. The agency’s first-phase deadline of 29 May was pushed to 15 July, following the pattern that preceded January’s Bitcoin ETF approvals. Grayscale has argued that ADA’s on-chain transparency and staking mechanics make it “substantially resistant to manipulation,” echoing the language that ultimately persuaded regulators on Bitcoin. An approval would give traditional investors a regulated conduit to stake-enabled yield—something no US crypto ETF yet offers. Related Reading: Cardano Whale Activity Spikes – 80 Million ADA Added In 48 Hours #4 ADA In The US Strategic Reserve President Donald Trump’s March executive order created a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a US Digital Asset Stockpile to hold crypto seized in federal cases. A subsequent Truth Social post surprised markets by naming “XRP, Solana and Cardano” for inclusion alongside Bitcoin and Ether; ADA jumped more than 70% intraday. Though the order bars fresh purchases of altcoins, Treasury accounting shows roughly $493 million in non-Bitcoin assets—ADA among them—already earmarked. Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov called the move “a reputational boost, signaling the US. views digital assets as strategic.” Inclusion in a sovereign reserve legitimises ADA for conservative allocators and could ease the path for futures and options listings. #5 The Ouroboros Leios Upgrade Hoskinson labels Leios “the capstone of the entire Ouroboros agenda … the fastest cryptocurrency on the planet.” In a May 1 livestream he said simulations show “tens of thousands of transactions per second” without sacrificing decentralization. The upgrade introduces parallel input, ranking and endorsement blocks, allowing throughput to be dialed up as adoption demands. If main-net integration lands in H2 2025, Leios would coincide with Midnight’s launch and the ETF review window—an alignment bulls see as catalytic. ADA trades near $0.70 today, implying a market capitalization of roughly $25 billion. A jump to $10 would push valuation toward $350 billion, rivaling Ethereum’s 2024 peak. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
A fast-moving legal reversal saw the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issue a temporary stay on Wednesday’s lower court ruling that had struck down the tariffs.
Cardano price started a fresh decline below the $0.80 zone. ADA is now consolidating and might aim for a recovery above $0.780. ADA price started a fresh decline below $0.80 and $0.780. The price is trading above $0.750 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $0.750 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it clears the $0.7840 resistance zone. Cardano Price Eyes Recovery In the past few days, Cardano saw a fresh decline below the $0.7550, unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum. ADA even declined below the $0.740 level before the bulls appeared. A low was formed at $0.7287 and the price is now attempting a recovery wave. The price climbed above the $0.750 resistance level. There was a move above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.8380 swing high to the $0.7287 low. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $0.750 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair. Cardano price is now trading above $0.740 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $0.7680 zone. The first resistance is near $0.7840 or the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.8380 swing high to the $0.7287 low. The next key resistance might be $0.80. If there is a close above the $0.80 resistance, the price could start a strong rally. In the stated case, the price could rise toward the $0.820 region. Any more gains might call for a move toward $0.8350 in the near term. Another Decline In ADA? If Cardano’s price fails to climb above the $0.7680 resistance level, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $0.750 level. The next major support is near the $0.740 level. A downside break below the $0.740 level could open the doors for a test of $0.7260. The next major support is near the $0.70 level where the bulls might emerge. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ADA/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for ADA/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.750 and $0.740. Major Resistance Levels – $0.78400 and $0.8000.
The on-chain transaction between Bitcoin and Cardano was facilitated by BitVMX, an interoperability protocol built using the BitVM programming language
Cardano (ADA) has maintained a relatively steady upward trend over the past few weeks. Although the cryptocurrency was rejected at the $0.84 price level again last week, the current price action is still holding strong with only a minor drop in the past 24 hours. However, technical analysis deeply rooted in Elliott Wave theory now suggest a steep price decline could be looming for ADA, with a price target pointing as low as $0.42 in the weeks ahead. Bearish Elliott Wave Count Says Wave C Breakdown Ahead According to the Elliott Wave count presented in a technical analysis on TradingView, Cardano (ADA) looks like it is currently wrapping up a B-wave correction that has formed over the past months between April and June 2025. This B wave is part of a larger corrective phase, and while it may appear impulsive on lower timeframes, the Elliott wave theory suggests that it is merely a trap before the final C-wave crash. Related Reading: Cardano Market Structure Says Crash Is Coming, But $0.9 Is Still In The Cards Based on this forecast, the price of Cardano could soon initiate a sharp decline that would bottom out near the $0.42 region, which coincides with the 0.786 Fibonacci retracement level drawn from the previous impulse. According to this Elliott wave count, this ABC formation is all part of a larger corrective Wave 4 before a bullish Wave 5. Keeping this in mind, the prediction stipulates that ADA should not fall below $0.40, which marks the top of the first major wave in the overall bullish structure. A move lower than that would risk invalidating the broader long-term setup. Is It Time To Exit Cardano? If the technical analysis plays out as predicted, the projected crash to $0.42 would translate to a 50% drop from the current price of Cardano. This will undoubtedly sound bad, especially for short-term holders. However, this bearish wave could also be a hidden opportunity. Related Reading: Cardano Sees 25% OI Jump In 24 Hours As Bulls Eye Reversal Above $1 As shown in the ADA 4H candlestick chart above, the projected Wave C crash to $0.42 would be followed by a bullish impulse Wave 5 that will push it above the $1 mark again. Specifically, the target is a push towards $1.6. Keeping this in mind, if ADA indeed corrects toward $0.42–$0.40, it would provide a good accumulation zone before the next leg up. Although this bearish forecast is well supported by Elliott Wave principles, it is by no means a guaranteed outcome. ADA and other large market-cap cryptocurrencies are currently highly reactive to Bitcoin’s price action. If Bitcoin extends its rally and breaks into new all-time highs again soon, the projected ADA correction may either be muted or entirely invalidated. As such, it would be interesting to see how the ADA price action plays out in the next few days. At the time of writing, ADA is trading at $0.7706, down by 0.2% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
Traders eye renewed upside as President Donald Trump delayed a decision on EU tariffs, with sentiment recovering and options positioning turning bullish again.
Cardano, and specifically its founder Charles Hoskinson, has come under fire recently after allegations of fraud surfaced online. The rumors quickly spread as the integrity of the blockchain and its founder were called into question. As a result, Hopkinson has delivered a response, with a shocking revelation on how he plans to interact with the public and the community going forward. Alleged $619 Million Going Missing On May 7, 2025, an X user who goes by the name Masato Alexander made a shocking claim: 318 million ADA worth $619 million had been illegally moved and the finger was being pointed at Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson. Apparently, this had happened with the Allegra Hard Fork which took place back in 2021 as core functions of the blockchain were changed. Related Reading: Bitcoin Macro Trend Oscillator Shows When To Expect The Price Top Alexander claimed that Hoskinson had deployed code during what was thought to be routine upgrade with an extra payload. Allegedly, this allowed Hoskinson to erase the original ICO UTxOs which held a total of 318 million ADA and moved the funds to Cardano reserves that were controlled by private keys tied to Hoskinson. The transaction was done through an MIR transaction, which stands for Move Instantaneous Reward transactions. Essentially, Alexander claims that this allowed funds to be moved from reserves and then used for treasury and staking rewards purposes. These claims quickly drew the attention of the Cardano community, with Hoskinson himself responding under the post to denounce the rumors. He initially explained that the ADA vouchers of the users whose ADA were allegedly moved had become unspendable after the hard fork. Thus, they had been moved into a “custodial account controlled by the TGE that then continued redemption for 3 more years to distribute the genesis funds to the original buyers.” Furthermore, Hoskinson threatened legal action if Alexander did not stop making these claims. Cardano Founder Addresses Rumors Again After the initial interaction, Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has once again come out to address the rumors of the missing $619 million. He first addressed the fact that people were quick to condemn him after the rumors surfaced without giving him the benefit of the doubt. This extended to friends who he says did not show up for him during this time. Related Reading: Pundit Says XRP Price Will Stabilize At $1,000 And Become ‘Very Expensive’ As for the rumors themselves, the founder explained that there will be a full audit and a report which will be published for the public to see. He further went on to reveal that the events of the past few weeks will change how he engages with the community from now. While Hoskinson does plan to continue to attend events and take pictures with people, he plans to hand over his X account to a media company. Additionally, he plans to change the format of how he holds his X Spaces and Ask Me Anything (AMAs). “Infinite accessibility just enables it to happen again and again,” the founder explained. Featured image from Dall.E, chart from TradingView.com
Buoyant sentiment and calm volatility are fueling leveraged bets as BTC consolidates above $100,000 — setting up what traders say could be a clean move to new highs.
Cardano price started a fresh increase above the $0.7250 zone. ADA is now consolidating and facing hurdles near the $0.760 zone. ADA price started a decent increase above $0.7250 and $0.7320. The price is trading above $0.740 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.7580 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it clears the $0.760 resistance zone. Cardano Price Eyes Upside Break In the past few days, Cardano saw a fresh increase from the $0.710 level, but it underperformed Bitcoin and Ethereum. ADA was able to clear the $0.7250 and $0.7320 resistance levels. The price cleared the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.7762 swing high to the $0.7110 low. However, the price is now approaching a couple of key hurdles on the upside, starting with $0.7580. There is also a key bearish trend line forming with resistance at $0.7580 on the hourly chart of the ADA/USD pair. Cardano price is now trading above $0.740 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $0.7580 zone and the trend line. The first resistance is near $0.760 or the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $0.7762 swing high to the $0.7110 low. The next key resistance might be $0.7720. If there is a close above the $0.7720 resistance, the price could start a strong rally. In the stated case, the price could rise toward the $0.80 region. Any more gains might call for a move toward $0.8250 in the near term. Another Decline In ADA? If Cardano’s price fails to climb above the $0.760 resistance level, it could start another decline. Immediate support on the downside is near the $0.7420 level. The next major support is near the $0.7260 level. A downside break below the $0.7260 level could open the doors for a test of $0.710. The next major support is near the $0.680 level where the bulls might emerge. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ADA/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for ADA/USD is now above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $0.7420 and $0.7260. Major Resistance Levels – $0.7600 and $0.8000.
Cardano (ADA) is entering a decisive moment as bulls fight to hold the $0.74 support zone and build momentum for a move toward the $0.90 level. After gaining over 68% since its April lows, ADA is showing strong signs of recovery, but it must defend current levels to confirm continuation. This phase is critical, as price action tests a key demand zone that previously triggered significant upside. Related Reading: Bitcoin Consolidates Below ATH – Buying Pressure Weakens As Equities Outperform Adding to the bullish sentiment, on-chain data from Santiment reveals that whales have accumulated over 80 million ADA in the past 48 hours. This surge in large-scale buying activity points to growing confidence among big players, potentially setting the stage for a breakout. Whales often lead major market moves, and their renewed interest in Cardano may be signaling a sustained rally ahead. However, the $0.90 level now acts as a near-term resistance, and reclaiming it will be essential to unlock higher targets. The coming days are likely to be pivotal for ADA’s price structure. If bulls manage to flip this level, the next leg up could bring Cardano back into the spotlight—possibly reigniting broader altcoin enthusiasm in the process. Whale Accumulation Signals Strength: Buyers Push For A Breakout Despite this impressive rebound, ADA remains 43% below its December 2024 highs around $1.32. This gap highlights the cautious optimism that dominates the altcoin landscape. While bulls are gradually regaining control, overall market fear and macroeconomic uncertainty continue to pressure altcoins, many of which are still struggling to push through key resistance levels. ADA is currently consolidating just above the $0.74 level, forming a base that could precede a breakout. Market structure is tightening, and the next move—upward or downward- will likely be sharp. A decisive push above $0.90 would confirm a breakout and likely trigger renewed interest from retail and institutional investors. Fueling this narrative is fresh data from top analyst Ali Martinez, who reported that whales have purchased over 80 million ADA in the last 48 hours. This large-scale accumulation points to increasing confidence among big players and could act as a catalyst for further upside. Whale activity often precedes strong price action, and this development supports the idea that ADA may be on the verge of a significant move. As ADA consolidates near critical support and whale interest grows, market watchers are closely monitoring for signs of continuation. If bulls maintain momentum and break past resistance, Cardano could quickly shift from a consolidation phase to a full-scale rally, potentially reigniting momentum across the altcoin sector. Related Reading: Ethereum Faces Resistance Against Bitcoin – ETH/BTC Bullish Structure In Question Cardano Holds Crucial Support As Bulls Aim For Recovery Cardano is currently trading around $0.74, testing a key support zone after failing to hold above the $0.80 mark. The chart shows a strong surge earlier in May that brought ADA to local highs near $0.90, but since then, the price has retraced and is now consolidating just above its 200-day EMA (around $0.71). This level is acting as dynamic support and could be critical for the next move. The price structure suggests ADA is in a decisive phase. A breakdown below the EMA and the horizontal support around $0.72 could expose the token to a deeper retracement toward previous consolidation zones. On the other hand, reclaiming $0.80 would invalidate the bearish scenario and signal a potential push toward $0.90 and eventually $1.00—an area that marks strong historical resistance. Volume has declined slightly during the recent pullback, suggesting the retracement may be driven more by profit-taking than panic selling. The 200 SMA above at $0.80 remains a key target to watch for bullish continuation. Related Reading: Dogecoin Whales Accumulate 1 Billion DOGE In A Month: Fueling Price Surge Speculation If bulls can defend current levels and generate renewed buying momentum, ADA could resume its upward trend and break the current range, setting the stage for a retest of major resistance levels in the weeks ahead. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Cardano (ADA) is flashing mixed signals as its market structure hints at an imminent short-term price crash. While bearish indicators suggest a possible decline, a crypto analyst reveals that the broader trend remains intact, with technical patterns supporting the potential for a rally toward the $0.9 mark. Cardano Price Crash Incoming TradingView Crypto analyst SiDec has released a bearish price forecast for Cardano, anticipating a significant correction toward the $0.75 area in the coming days. This cautious outlook is based on detailed analysis using Elliott Wave Theory, Fibonacci tools, and critical price action zones. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Releases Next Potential Targets For Cardano, Is $1 ADA Still Possible? SiDec has stated that ADA’s price continues to consolidate after completing a 5-wave impulse move, signaling the end of its upward momentum. Following this strong impulse rally, the cryptocurrency is now exhibiting a classic Elliott Wave behavior, transitioning into a textbook ABC corrective pattern. The cryptocurrency first experienced a pull-back, labeled as Wave A on the price chart, followed by a temporary recovery in Wave B. According to SiDec, Wave C is expected to complete the retracement pattern, with ADA’s final downward move nearing its end. Currently, technical indicators and price action point to the $0.705 region as a high-probability long entry zone. The TradingView analyst also clarifies where ADA might find solid support during this corrective phase using Fibonacci Retracement zones. The 50% retracement level of the entire bullish 5-wave impulse is positioned approximately at $0.7534 — a critical price point that coincides closely with ADA’s previous price swing at $0.746. This former resistance level has yet to be revisited, making it a natural support candidate. The analysis further identifies a 1:1 ABC extension for the anticipated correction in ADA, placing Wave C’s potential crash target around $0.7492. This also creates a tight cluster of technical indicators in the range of roughly $0.75, indicating a strong support zone. Further supporting this level, the daily 21 Exponential Moving Average (EMA) stands at $0.7455, while the daily 21 Simple Moving Average (SMA) is slightly lower at $0.7347. SiDec has also identified the Point of Control (POC), which marks the price with the highest volume, near $0.7318. The analyst further highlights that Cardano’s anchored Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) resides within the $0.75 support zone. At the same time, the Pitchfork tool’s golden pocket aligns dynamically as support around the same area. ADA Price Path To $0.92 Holds Firm While SiDec eyes a potential crash to new lows for ADA in the near term, the analyst’s chart also shows a green zone, with a projected bullish bounce drawn. Following its Wave C crash, Cardano is expected to rebound and approach the $0.92 level. Related Reading: Cardano Price Set For 300% Explosion With Major Bullish Impulse The TradingView analyst has advised caution around this area, as $0.92 acts as a significant resistance zone and coincides with a prior liquidity zone that could trigger rejection or profit-taking. SiDec has emphasized that the risk-to-reward ratio around this area will only become favorable once there is clear confirmation, such as an SFP, a bearish engulfing candle, or visible divergence. Overall, if the $0.75 support zone holds, Cardano, which is currently trading at $0.78, could be positioned for a strong recovery toward $0.92 and beyond. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from Tradingview.com