Altcoins as a group outperformed bitcoin, with AVAX and LINK leading sector gains.
US President-elect Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLF) has made a substantial multi-million-dollar investment in Ethereum (ETH), Aave (AAVE), and Chainlink (LINK), leading to sharp price increases in AAVE and LINK. According to on-chain analysis shared by Lookonchain via X and verified through Etherscan, the fund purchased approximately $10 million in ETH, $1 million in AAVE, and $1 million in LINK on December 11. These are the fund’s first recorded acquisitions of both AAVE and LINK, while overall purchases in the last 12 days total around $30 million in USDC spent to secure more than 8,000 ETH at an average price of $3,701. Trump’s World Liberty(@worldlibertyfi) is buying $ETH, $LINK and $AAVE! In the past 9 hours, the World Liberty Multisig wallet spent 10M $USDC to buy 2,631 $ETH at $3,801, 1M $USDC to buy 41,335 $LINK at $24.2, and 1M $USDC to buy 3,357 $AAVE at $297.8.https://t.co/mtD0c2tvvo pic.twitter.com/B11KvcwRJQ — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) December 12, 2024 Shortly after the news surfaced, AAVE soared roughly 31% in the past 24 hours, and LINK rose by about 23.5%. Related Reading: Chainlink Price Shines With 40% Rally — Is $28.5 Possible? The surge coincides with World Liberty Financial’s recent decision to integrate Chainlink’s technology. Last month, WLF announced that it “will leverage Chainlink as the standard for onchain data and cross-chain interoperability” to secure its protocol ecosystem. The press release described Chainlink as “the most secure solution for solving critical security, interoperability, and onchain data problems” while noting that this would “kick off the next wave of DeFi mass adoption” for WLFI. The platform plans to integrate Chainlink Price Feeds on Ethereum mainnet in anticipation of deploying a World Liberty Financial version of Aave’s v3 instance, pending governance approval. Related Reading: Whale Activity Sparks Chainlink Rally, $52 Target On Traders’ Radar In October, WLF submitted a proposal on the Aave governance forums seeking to deploy its own Aave v3 environment. Aave founder Stani Kulechov has confirmed that WLF’s instance is not a direct fork of Aave’s code but operates as a segregated version tied to separate, KYC-compliant front-ends. While this means WLF is tapping into the largest smart contract-compatible public blockchain and leveraging core decentralized finance primitives, it also maintains stringent compliance requirements. The project is initially limited to accredited investors within the United States. AAVE, which has risen by roughly 138% over the last five weeks, is also showing technical resilience. Today’s price action pushed it above the 0.5 Fib level at $356.84 (drawn from the all-time high to the cycle low). If this level holds on a weekly closing basis, upside targets could include the 0.618 Fib at $430.29, the 0.786 Fib at $534.87, and ultimately the ATH from May 2021 at $668. Chainlink’s performance over the past five weeks has been particularly strong, posting a gain of more than 175%. The most critical technical resistance level now appears to be the 0.5 Fibonacci retracement at $28.88. A decisive break above this level could open the path to the 0.618 Fib at $34.57, the 0.786 Fib at $42.67, and potentially the all-time high (ATH) from May 2021 at $53. At press time, LINK traded at $27.67. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
World Liberty Financial Initiative (WLFI), a DeFi project backed by US President-elect Donald Trump, has made headlines with a recent $12 million crypto acquisition. On Dec. 12, blockchain analytics firm Lookonchain revealed that WLFI acquired 2,631 ETH for $10 million at $3,801 per token. Additionally, it bought 41,335 LINK and 3,357 AAVE, investing $1 million […]
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Coinbase’s Project Diamond has adopted the Chainlink Standard to drive institutional adoption of digital assets, according to a Dec. 10 statement shared with CryptoSlate. Project Diamond, managed by Coinbase Asset Management, focuses on serving institutional users outside the US. It leverages a comprehensive infrastructure that includes Coinbase Prime custody, the Prime Onchain Wallet, the Project […]
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Chainlink will enable verifiable data transmission and crosschain interoperability for Coinbase’s Project Diamond.
LINK gained 27% in a single day after announcing the integration of an EU-based tokenized asset service, which resulted in a massive surge in user activity.
Zach Rynes, also known as “ChainkLinkGod,” said that XRP is a “banker-themed memecoin” that failed to get traction.
An analyst has explained how the path to a new Chainlink all-time high (ATH) could open up if LINK can break past this resistance block. Chainlink Could Find Major Resistance At The $20 Level In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez has discussed how the resistance barriers for LINK are currently looking in terms of the on-chain cost basis distribution. Related Reading: Bitcoin To Smash $100,000? Rapid Stablecoin Exchange Inflows Continue Below is the chart from the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock shared by the analyst. It shows the amount of the asset acquired at each price range that Chainlink has visited in its history. As displayed in the graph, many Chainlink investors purchased their tokens inside the $18.4 to $26.3 range. More specifically, around 100,220 addresses acquired 57.2 million LINK at these price levels. In on-chain analysis, the potential of any price range to act as support or resistance is measured using the number of coins bought inside it. The reason behind this lies in investor psychology. Generally, holders consider their cost basis a special level since a retest of it can flip their profit-loss status. As such, they can be more prone to making panic moves when this retest happens. Investors carrying a loss before the retest may fear that the price would return shortly, so they could be tempted to sell and get their money back. Similarly, holders with their cost basis retested from above could decide to accumulate more, believing that the level will eventually become profitable again. Both of these effects aren’t consequential when the cost basis of a few investors gets retested. Still, in the scenario where many addresses have their cost basis in a tight range, the reaction produced from a retest may be big enough to cause visible fluctuations in the asset. Related Reading: 54% Of Bitcoin Supply Inactive Since 2 Years Despite 500% Price Jump The aforementioned Chainlink price range around the average value of $22 holds the cost basis of many investors, so it’s possible that LINK could find it hard to break through these levels. As Martinez has pointed out, however, if the cryptocurrency can clear this hurdle, it could potentially have an easy run up to a new ATH since not many investors currently have their acquisition level in the price range after the $22 demand zone. Regarding the ranges under the current price, there are a couple of hefty ones nearby, like $13 to $15 and $11 to $13. If the asset goes through a correction, these levels could potentially help cushion a fall. LINK Price Chainlink has witnessed a rally of almost 10% over the last 24 hours, taking its price to the $18.4 mark. Featured image from Dall-E, IntoTheBlock.com, chart from TradingView.com
The Central Bank of Brazil (BCB) is advancing its central bank digital currency (CBDC) framework initiative by collaborating with Banco Inter, Microsoft Brazil, 7COMm, and Chainlink, according to a Nov. 19 statement. The partnership aims to support trade finance solutions in the second phase of Brazil’s DREX pilot program. This phase will focus on automating […]
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A decentralized finance platform associated with upcoming US president Donald Trump would tie up a deal with a well-known oracle provider. A strategic partnership is seen by many as an alliance that could play a pivotal role in transforming decentralized finance technology. Related Reading: Bhutan’s Bitcoin Treasure Crosses $1 Billion Mark – A 2024 Success […]
Chainlink will provide crucial pricing data and cross-chain interoperability infrastructure for the nascent DeFi platform.
Chainlink (LINK) has seen a whirlwind of price activity, surging 50% before experiencing a sharp 15% retracement within 10 days. This volatility showcases the potential and unpredictability surrounding LINK’s recent price action, drawing attention from analysts and investors alike. According to crypto analyst Ali Martinez, there’s a notable trend unfolding beneath the surface: Chainlink whales have been steadily accumulating LINK over the past two months. This accumulation by large holders suggests a growing conviction in LINK’s long-term value, reinforcing a bullish outlook for the asset. Related Reading: Bitcoin Weekly RSI Entering Power Zone – Last Time BTC Soared 80% Martinez’s data underscores this trend, highlighting that whales are continuing to add LINK to their portfolios despite the recent ups and downs in price. This activity suggests a solid foundation of support at current levels, as whales often act as market stabilizers. The coming weeks are expected to be pivotal for LINK, as further accumulation by large holders could fuel another upward move. Investors are now watching closely as Chainlink’s price action could signal a broader shift in sentiment within the DeFi and Oracle sectors. Whether LINK will continue to build on this bullish momentum or enter a period of consolidation remains to be seen. Chainlink Waking Up Smart Money Chainlink has recently posted an impressive surge, aligning with the broader market’s rally as bullish sentiment resurfaces across the crypto space. Key data from crypto analyst Ali Martinez indicates a strong accumulation pattern among Chainlink whales, who have amassed over 15 million LINK in the past two months—an investment valued at around $165 million. This substantial accumulation suggests high confidence among large holders, who appear committed to backing LINK despite its inherent price volatility. While many altcoins have benefited from a wave of retail-driven speculation, Chainlink’s recent surge seems to be fueled by more than short-term market excitement. The active participation of whales, typically seen as more strategic investors, indicates a solid support base at current levels. Martinez’s analysis highlights that the trend of accumulation by whales has been steady, even amid price fluctuations, which often signals confidence in longer-term potential. Related Reading: Dogecoin Could Target $2.4 If Price Aligns With Macro Pattern – Details However, the next few weeks will be telling. Analysts and investors closely monitor whether this accumulation trend will continue or if it was a temporary push to capitalize on favorable market conditions. Sustained buying by whales would likely bolster LINK’s price further, reinforcing that Chainlink’s network and utility as a decentralized oracle provider hold significant value in the evolving blockchain ecosystem. Conversely, if accumulation slows, LINK could see a period of consolidation as the market recalibrates. Key Levels To Watch Chainlink is trading at $13.3 after reaching a local high of $15.3, marking a significant move that has renewed investors’ optimism. In this recent rally, LINK broke above the 200-day moving average (MA) at $12.8, a critical level often seen as a key indicator of long-term market sentiment. To confirm this bullish momentum, LINK needs to hold this 200-day MA as a support level; if successful, it would reinforce the bullish price structure and signal the potential for further gains. Holding above $12.8 would set a strong foundation for LINK’s price action, suggesting that buyers have established control and are willing to defend current levels. Related Reading: Cardano Skyrockets Over 40% – Funding Rate Suggests Further Upside If this support holds, LINK could make a sustained push above its recent local high at $15.3. Analysts anticipate that a confirmed breakout would open the door for LINK to test higher resistance levels, with the potential for a strong continuation in the coming weeks. However, if LINK fails to hold the 200-day MA, the price may retest lower support areas, potentially disrupting the bullish momentum. For now, all eyes remain on $12.8 as LINK attempts to solidify its recent gains and prepare for a possible run higher. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Chainlink (LINK) has surged impressively over the past few days, breaking above the critical $13 resistance level and posting a remarkable 35% gain. This recent breakout has ignited optimism among analysts and investors, as LINK has faced strong resistance around the $13 mark since late July, struggling to sustain any upward momentum. Now, however, market sentiment appears to be shifting, with many anticipating further upside for Chainlink. Related Reading: Ethereum Analyst Sees Altseason Potential As BTS Is Still Outpacing ETH – Time To Buy Altcoins? Supporting this bullish outlook, key data from on-chain analytics firm Santiment reveals that LINK whale activity has reached a 3-month high, with large holders accumulating LINK in significant quantities. This increased whale activity is often an indicator of confidence among major investors, suggesting that Chainlink’s latest surge could be just the beginning of a more sustained rally. As LINK breaks free from its months-long resistance and gains renewed momentum, the next few days will be crucial in determining whether this rally has the strength to reach higher price levels or if it will encounter fresh resistance. For now, however, Chainlink’s impressive performance has analysts speculating on its potential to maintain bullish momentum in the coming weeks. Chainlink Whales Waking Up Chainlink is showing signs of renewed strength, with the price surging above key resistance levels that have held the coin back for months. For the first time since July, LINK has broken past $13.65, marking a significant shift in its price action. This breakout has come at a time when critical data points are signaling a bullish outlook for the asset. According to Santiment, Chainlink has decoupled from the broader altcoin market, showing a unique price performance amidst a recovering market. One of the most compelling indicators is the spike in whale activity, which has reached a 3-month high. Stakeholders holding between 100K to 10M LINK have accumulated a massive $369.8 million worth of the token in just 7 weeks, representing an 8.2% increase in their holdings. This surge in whale activity often signals confidence in a token’s future price potential, with large investors positioning themselves for the next leg of growth. Related Reading: Bitcoin ETFs See Historic Surge – Institutions Go Bullish On BTC With $1.38 Billion Record Inflows Accumulation by Chainlink whales, combined with its price-breaking key resistance levels, suggests that LINK is poised for continued growth in the coming weeks. As the entire market begins to recover and rise again, Chainlink’s decoupling from the pack could indicate that it’s positioning itself to lead the charge in the altcoin space. Investors are watching closely, as the recent price surge and whale behavior suggest LINK could experience sustained bullish momentum. LINK Testing New Supply Chainlink is currently trading at $13.5 after successfully breaking above the 200-day moving average (MA) at $12.9, a key level that signals a strong, bullish outlook for the long term. This breakout has given bulls control, reinforcing positive sentiment around LINK’s price action. For the uptrend to continue, it’s crucial that LINK holds the 200-day MA as support, as this level often marks a turning point between the bear and bull phases. While LINK shows strength above $13, a healthy retrace to around $12.5 could provide the fuel needed for further upside if that level holds as support. A pullback of this nature would allow bulls to consolidate gains and set a stronger foundation for the next move. Related Reading: Solana Breaks Above Key Resistance – Top Analyst Sets $300 Target Traders are eyeing $14.5 as the next significant supply zone, where LINK may face resistance as it approaches this level. If LINK manages to push above $14.5, it would signal robust demand and potentially open the door to even higher levels in the coming weeks, as whale activity and overall market sentiment support further gains. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView
Private market exchange ADDX, Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ), and Chainlink have launched an innovative solution for cross-border transactions involving tokenized commercial papers, according to a Nov. 6 statement. The project utilizes ADDX’s investment platform, ANZ’s Digital Asset Services, and Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) with its Private Transactions functionality. It was designed […]
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The pilot was run as part of the Monetary Authority of Singapore's Project Guardian.
Swift, the global bank messaging network, announced on Nov. 5 that it has concluded a pilot program to streamline tokenized fund settlement and redemption using fiat currency on its network in collaboration with UBS Asset Management and Chainlink. This initiative aims to link digital asset transactions with existing fiat payment systems, reaching over 11,500 financial […]
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CoinDesk had 20 minutes in person with the Tron founder on the sidelines of Chainlink's Smartcon at Hong Kong Fintech Week. We covered a lot.
The integration could enhance TRON's DeFi ecosystem security and innovation, potentially driving broader adoption and growth in the blockchain space.
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Tron founder Justin Sun said the blockchain’s integration of Chainlink would present significant opportunities for the two networks to grow in the stablecoin and real-world asset sector. In an Oct. 31 post on X, Sun stated: “[Tron] has joined Chainlink Scale, adopting Chainlink Data Feeds as TRON’s official oracle. Once upgraded, $6.5B+ in DeFi TVL […]
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Tron DAO said in an announcement that DeFi applications JustLend and JustStable — with over $6.5 billion in TVL — will use Chainlink’s data feeds.
Chainlink hopes CRE will be as important for Web3 as COBOL and JavaScript, which were important for automating finance and bringing it to the internet.
Pyth Network’s pull-based model has driven high transaction volumes, intensifying the Oracle’s competition with Chainlink.
Lido has announced the integration of Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) to enable cross-chain staking across Ethereum layer-2 networks such as Arbitrum, Base, and Optimism, according to an Oct. 29 statement shared with CryptoSlate. This integration will power Lido’s Direct Staking feature, allowing users to stake ETH from various blockchain networks and receive wrapped staked […]
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This week’s Crypto Biz also explores Tesla’s Bitcoin holds, Avalanche’s Visa card, Core Scientific’s billionaire deal with CoreWeave and Chainlink’s pilot for corporate databases.
On-chain data shows Chainlink has continued to observe negative exchange netflows recently, a sign that could be bullish for LINK’s value. Chainlink Exchange Netflows Have Been Negative For Almost A Month In a new post on X, the market intelligence platform IntoTheBlock has discussed about the latest trend in the exchange netflow of Chainlink. The […]
Chainlink's service is an integral part of many major blockchains but has not featured on Bitcoin until now.
Chainlink is the leading middleware, linking on-chain dapps with external data securely. While the platform is critical in many crypto sectors, especially DeFi, LINK has recently struggled for momentum. LINK Holders Moving Tokens From Exchanges: Are They Accumulating? However, on-chain streams from IntoTheBlock reveal that more holders are moving tokens from top exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. In a post on X, the analytics platform observes that exchange flow over the past month has been negative, signaling sustained withdrawals. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Quarterly Performance Hints At Possible Correction—Here’s What You Should Know Usually, whenever tokens are moved from exchanges, it could indicate that owners are confident of what lies ahead. Since LINK, the ERC-20 token, is supported by many DeFi protocols, it could suggest that holders are interested in engaging with these dapps, possibly earning passive income. The more transfers from centralized ramps, the higher the likelihood of prices expanding in tandem, which is a net positive for LINK bulls. According to Etherscan, Chainlink has a top supply of 1 billion LINK distributed to 721,996 unique addresses when writing on October 23. These holders have, in turn, moved LINK over 15.8 million times. A level deeper, onchain data reveals that Binance controls more than 4.2% of the total supply. LINK under their control exceeds $479 million at spot rates. Chainlink Building: Will Price Break Above $20? With IntoTheBlock data pointing to net outflows from exchanges, there is a chance that LINK will find support and resume the uptrend of the past few trading days. LINK has resistance at $12.3, and a double bar bear formation is printing out following the dip of early today. However, even if prices break higher, rejecting bears, bulls must decisively expand above the double top at around $13. The eventual spike will open the door for LINK bulls to create a solid base for a rally to $20. The pace of this growth depends on how top altcoins, including Ethereum, perform. If Ethereum prices recover, soaring above $3,000, it could reinvigorate DeFi and NFT demand, lifting LINK. Beyond this, price drivers will include the team’s progress. Yesterday, October 22, Chainlink Labs launched the Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) Private Transactions. This feature enables data privacy without violating existing laws guarding cross-chain transactions. Related Reading: SUI To Face Another Pullback Following 5.3% Dip, Analysts Forecast 30% Correction The solution uses the middleware’s Blockchain Privacy Manager. This way, partner banks and other financial players can securely connect private chains with other ledgers whenever they share sensitive information. Feature image from DALLE, chart from TradingView
RedStone is the first large oracle to launch on the Ethereum restaking protocol.
IDA Finance’s use of Chainlink Proof of Reserves and CCIP products aims to boost cross-chain operability and asset security.
Chainlink is currently trading in a bullish pattern that has been developing for at least seven months, capturing the attention of analysts and investors alike. Many are eagerly anticipating Chainlink to surge during this cycle and finally reclaim new all-time highs. The extended consolidation phase has kept traders on edge, as they await a significant breakout. Related Reading: XRP Price Bullish Potential Grows – A Surge Above $0.65 Will Trigger Buyers Renowned crypto analyst Lucky has shared an insightful prediction regarding Chainlink’s potential trajectory. According to Lucky, the key lies in LINK breaking above its current consolidation range, which would set the stage for a strong upward move. He suggests that once this breakout occurs, Chainlink could quickly surge toward a short-term target of $15. With bullish sentiment building around this major resistance level, Chainlink’s price action in the coming days could be crucial in determining its direction. Investors are closely monitoring the market, watching for signals that LINK is ready to break free from its long-standing range and enter a new phase of growth. Chainlink Price Action Turning Bullish Chainlink’s price action has been largely bearish since hitting its yearly high in March, with the asset now stuck in a prolonged consolidation phase. However, many analysts believe this consolidation could be nearing its end. One top analyst, Lucky, has recently shared a bullish technical analysis on X, offering an optimistic outlook for Chainlink. Lucky’s analysis reveals that LINK is trading within a falling wedge pattern, a formation often associated with potential bullish reversals. According to his chart, Chainlink has touched the lower boundary of this wedge three times, signaling strong support, and now appears to be gearing up for a breakout from its yearly consolidation range. He predicts that this breakout could happen as early as October, potentially triggering a surge in LINK’s price. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Holds Above $140 As Funding Rate Signals Bullish Momentum Lucky has set several bullish price targets once Chainlink breaks out of this consolidation phase. The first target is $15, followed by more ambitious targets at $19 and $22. These price levels would represent significant gains from Chainlink’s current price and mark a strong recovery from the bearish trend that has dominated most of 2024. With bullish patterns emerging, investors are closely watching for Chainlink’s next move, anticipating that a major breakout could propel LINK toward these optimistic price targets. Technical Analysis: Key Prices To Watch Chainlink (LINK) is currently trading at $11.09 and is testing a key resistance level, the 4-hour 200 moving average (MA) at $11.10, after a 7% surge since Thursday. This level has become a significant hurdle for bulls, as the price has struggled to break above the indicator. For the bullish momentum to continue, LINK must push past this indicator and aim for higher supply zones around $13. However, the current price action suggests that bulls are finding it difficult to gain strength at this critical level. Should LINK fail to break above $11.10 and reclaim the higher resistance, a correction may follow. In that scenario, the price could dip to a lower demand zone, with the next key support level at $9.2. Related Reading: Can SUI Break Past $2 Resistance? On-Chain Metrics Reveal Growing Demand The coming days will likely determine whether LINK can maintain its upward trajectory or see a pullback in price. A successful breakout above the 4-hour 200 MA could signal further gains, while failing to do so may result in a bearish correction. Featured image from Dall-E, chart from TradingView