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Over the past week, Stellar native cryptocurrency, XLM, has experienced a solid 180% increase, causing a stir in the cryptocurrency market. As the token approaches its all-time peak, investors and analysts are abuzz with excitement. Related Reading: XRP Below $1? Not Happening, Claims Millionaire Analyst Stellar’s market capitalization has reached $17.3 billion, surpassing Shiba Inu and approaching the top 10 cryptocurrencies, following an impressive 480% increase in the last month. Many people are wondering if XLM can keep up this impressive performance or if it is about to take a turn for the worse. The path of the token is definitely interesting, even though experts seem to have different opinions. #XLM price has increased by over 480% in the past 30 days and more than 180% in the past 7 days. Currently, #Stellar is trading at $0.566, meaning it is only a few steps away from reaching its previous all-time high. pic.twitter.com/SrdPgDAoio — Cryptowizard101 (@realwizard101) November 24, 2024 Stellar: Riding A Wave Of Optimism The significant buying interest and expanding investor confidence that drove XLM’s price increase from $0.302 to a peak of $0.6342 are indicative of a robust bullish push. Stellar’s founder, Jed McCaleb, heightened the anticipation by referring to the initiative as “the most underrated and least understood crypto.” A lot of new people looking at Stellar so I thought I’d write down some quick thoughts about why Stellar is worth your time. IMHO Stellar is the most underrated and least understood crypto project. A lot of recent attention but people are still sleeping on this network. Stellar… — Jed McCaleb (@JedMcCaleb) November 23, 2024 His audacious statement is consistent with the increasing sentiment that Stellar’s potential is finally being acknowledged. Historical tendencies support optimism. XLM’s recent rise resembles its November 2017 and 2021 explosions, suggesting a cyclical trend. Analysts say the token is about to break out of a long-term descending triangle pattern, which might lead to a bullish phase if resistance levels are broken. Overbought? In spite of the current surge in interest, technical signs point to caution. The Relative Strength Index for XLM has risen to 92, much above the 70 threshold for an overbought level. This frequently acts as a precursor to a potential price adjustment. Similarly, the price of XLM has broken beyond the upper limit of its Bollinger Bands, a measure of volatility. This suggests that the asset may have been overextended. Related Reading: Chainlink Rockets 20%: Whale Activity Sparks Break From Bear Trend The Road Ahead For XLM Though there is always chance of short-term challenges, XLM’s long-term future seems bright. In the next three months analysts predict an 81% rise; in the next six months a 48% rise; then in the next year a 41% rise. These figures clearly show the great faith in Stellar’s foundations and the optimistic momentum of the larger market. The primary concern is whether Stellar can maintain its growth and reclaim its all-time high as it approaches critical resistance levels. Although caution is necessary, the current rally emphasizes the growing interest in Stellar’s ecosystem, rendering XLM a token that should be closely monitored in the months ahead. Featured image from shutterstock/Yuriy Mazur, chart from TradingView

The XRP price recently surged to a three-year high of $1.6, marking a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency’s recent bullish rally. This remarkable price movement has garnered the attention of many analysts as investors continue to project the trajectory of the price. Related Reading: Chainlink Rockets 20%: Whale Activity Sparks Break From Bear Trend There are basically two ways the XRP price can go from here: either a continued move upwards or a notable correction. An in-between is a consolidation pattern. CrediBULL Crypto shared his insights on the potential paths the altcoin might take next. Using the Elliott Wave Theory, he highlighted two scenarios that could shape XRP’s near-term future. What’s The Next Path For XRP Price? According to CrediBULL Crypto, XRP’s recent rally exhibits a textbook example of a five-wave impulsive move, complete with clearly identifiable subwaves. This pattern confirms that the cryptocurrency has likely reached its absolute bottom at the November low of $0.49, which is a strong foundation for its current upward trend. The impulsive wave structure suggests that the crypto is at a pivotal juncture, and its future trajectory hinges on whether it sustains specific price levels. The first possibility centers on XRP failing to maintain its position above $1.05, which is the origin of the fifth subwave in the current impulsive structure. Should this level break, it would confirm that the XRP price is in a larger Wave 2 correction. According to the Elliot Waves Theory, Waves 2 and 4 are corrective waves, while Waves 1, 3, and 5 are the main bullish waves. before This correction, while bearish in the short term, would lay the groundwork for an even stronger Wave 3 rally in the future. CrediBULL Crypto predicts a very different outcome if the XRP price manages to hold above the $1.05 level. Holding above the $1.05 level would indicate that the fifth subwave is extending. In this case, the analyst predicted that the XRP price will surpass the $2 mark before experiencing any substantial pullback.   The Road Ahead For XRP XRP, which had lingered below the $1 threshold for the past three years, has now firmly established itself above this pivotal mark. The recent XRP price surge to $1.6 suggests that the cryptocurrency is in a stronger position to target the $2 milestone rather than retreat into a significant correction. This bullish sentiment is bolstered by speculation around SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s anticipated resignation in January 2025. Related Reading: Top Analyst Claims XRP New ATH Is Just Around The Corner – Details The XRP price climb to $1.6 reflects its growing strength in the market. Nonetheless, the next phase of its journey depends on key support and resistance levels. At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at $1.46, having corrected by about 8.5% in the past 24 hours. However, the XRP price is still up by 175% in the past 30 days. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

Ripple’s XRP has traded below the $1 level for nearly three years, affected primarily by the cases filed by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Even during the mini bull run immediately after Donald Trump’s election, XRP had a sluggish price action, struggling to maintain its $0.57 price. But last November 16th, the altcoin hit the $1 price mark after surging by 14.72%. Related Reading: Chainlink Rockets 20%: Whale Activity Sparks Break From Bear Trend Fast-forward to one week and XRP is trading at $1.50, which briefly hit $1.62 last November 23rd. For many analysts, there’s no turning back for XRP’s price, with one popular Twitter/X user saying it will no longer drop below $1. In a post on Twitter/X last November 23rd, a millionaire mentor, a.k.a. the “Bearable Bull,” boldly predicted that the market would never see XRP “go below $1 again”. We Will Never See XRP Go Below $1 AGAIN — The Bearable Bull (@thebearablebull) November 23, 2024 $1 As XRP’s Base For Further Growth Ripple’s XRP started the year at $0.61 and traded for the next few months on the $0.50 to $0.60 level. And while Bitcoin and other altcoins started to rally immediately after Trump’s election, XRP’s price movement remained sluggish. Only a few days ago, XRP’s price began to move before breaking the $1 level on November 16th. The previous time Ripple’s XRP held the price was in December 2021, when it dipped to $1.96. For many market analysts, the $1 price now serves as the base for consolidation and further growth. XRP’s Price Will Not Look Back To $1 – Analyst XRP’s recent price rally has caught the attention of many analysts and market observers. The Bearable Bull, a popular crypto mentor on Twitter/X, is one of those analysts who offered bold insight into XRP’s price movement. In a Twitter/X post that garnered 94.7K views, Bearable Bull shared that the community will never see XRP revisit the $1 price. Other analysts shared his view, saying that the token has consolidated its base. Related Reading: Top Analyst Claims XRP New ATH Is Just Around The Corner – Details However, a few analysts offered some caution, saying it’s too early to tell if XRP will no longer dip below $1. Last November 16th, XRP hit a high of $1.267. The next day, there was a minor price correction, but XRP did not fall below $1. XRP soon will achieve a $100B market cap. Times are changing. — John E Deaton (@JohnEDeaton1) November 22, 2024 Bold Predictions On XRP’s Future Price The market’s optimism on XRP’s price performance continues until today. Even pro-Ripple lawyer John Deaton predicts that it will continue its bullish run, and he expects the coin to revisit its $100 billion market cap. I think $XRP is probably going to make new ATH a lot quicker than most are expecting- and I think it’s going to vastly outperform both $BTC and $ETH from current levels while doing it. XRP/ETH just reclaimed and retested a 4 year long range, with the first target being ~250%… pic.twitter.com/fLYlH2GEYB — CrediBULL Crypto (@CredibleCrypto) November 21, 2024 Also, “CrediBULL” expects the digital asset to top its all-time high soon. He further claimed that XRP can surpass Ethereum and Bitcoin’s performance. Based on current price data, it has surged 125% in the last three months, beating Ether’s 20% and Bitcoin’s 51% increase. Featured image from iExpats, chart from TradingView

The crypto market has been abuzz with activity regarding XRP, and there is a consensus among investors that its anticipated return to all-time high (ATH) territory may occur sooner than anticipated. Related Reading: Upbit Listing Sends BONK Skyrocketing 67% For A Fresh ATH In Memecoin Mania XRP’s price has reached $1.43, marking a monumental 25% increase in the past day alone, bringing its weekly gains to a solid 50%. For investors and traders, the question isn’t if the altcoin will break its ATH but when. Prominent crypto analyst CrediBULL has shared an audacious forecast on X (formerly Twitter): XRP will surpass its ATH much more quickly than most anticipate. I think $XRP is probably going to make new ATH a lot quicker than most are expecting- and I think it’s going to vastly outperform both $BTC and $ETH from current levels while doing it. XRP/ETH just reclaimed and retested a 4 year long range, with the first target being ~250%… pic.twitter.com/fLYlH2GEYB — CrediBULL Crypto (@CredibleCrypto) November 21, 2024 Surpassing Bitcoin And Ethereum The most recent performance of XRP has been nothing short of remarkable. The coin has experienced a 90% increase in value over the past 90 days, surpassing Bitcoin (up 51%) and Ethereum (up 20%). The two market leaders are expected to be outperformed by XRP, as this short-term dominance indicates a change in market dynamics. Still, there’s an issue. Bitcoin is nearing its ATH of about $99K while Ethereum is just 30% below its peak. By contrast, the crypto asset stays 60% below its six-year-old ATH. This discrepancy highlights the difficult climb XRP must do to reclaim its prior dominance even while it shows promise for development. The XRP/ETH trading pair has left a four-year range, which suggests a possible 240% increase and has added to the optimism, CrediBULL pointed out. The next major XRP advancement could be spurred on by this breakthrough. Upbeat Technical Indicators Technically, XRP is showing strong bullish signals. While important indices, such the Relative Strength Index (RSI), show reduced selling pressure, the Simple Moving Average (SMA) provides strong support for the present price trend. Over the next three months, analysts predict its price will rise by 7.3%; following six months, they expect an 80.96% rise, data from CoinCheckup shows. Related Reading: XRP Gains Momentum: Whale Activity Points To $15 Breakthrough The ability of XRP to consistently surpass resistance levels is the driving force behind these forecasts. The path to $2—and beyond—may be closer than skeptics believe if it maintains this momentum. A Market-Defining Moment The recent price fluctuations of XRP are a part of a larger narrative unfolding in the cryptocurrency market. As institutional adoption and regulation continue to expand, XRP is asserting itself as a top contender in the next wave of crypto expansion. Its current price of $1.54 reflects both a resurgence in investor confidence and a recovery from recent volatility. Meanwhile, XRP holders are on high alert watching the charts. The sentiment for XRP is undoubtedly bullish, even if the market cannot settle on anything yet. It could be the start of a greater rally if the stars align right into a new ATH. Featured image from Lunu, chart from TradingView

Despite heightened expectations for the Bitcoin price to hit the $100,000 milestone, a crypto analyst has surmised that this key target could present psychological resistance for the pioneer cryptocurrency. Amidst this bearish warning, the coin’s price’s continued upward movement towards the elusive $100,000 mark has become the center of attention in the crypto community.   Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Mirrors 2017 Pattern, Is The Top Only 2 Weeks Away After Hitting $100,000? $100,000 Bitcoin Price As A Psychological Resistance  Crypto analyst Gert van Lagen recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to announce to his 108,000 followers that the Bitcoin price is approaching the $100,000 all time high. The analyst has suggested that its climb to $100,000 would be like hitting major price levels of $10, $100, and $10,000 for the first time.  According to Lagen, the $100,000 milestone is set to present a psychological resistance for Bitcoin, potentially leading to short-term price volatility. Based on the analyst’s statements, this psychological resistance could temporarily stall the crypto’s rally above $100,000.  While sharing this bearish warning, Lagen also issued a bullish forecast for Bitcoin, highlighting that a surge to the target zone of $220,000 to $320,000 was likely before the global recession set in. While this prediction could be well received by BTC if it continues on its bullish momentum, the analyst has asserted that the timeline to reach these heights may be limited.  In preparation for the projected Bitcoin psychological barrier, Lagen has advised crypto investors to short their BTC at the $100,000 mark. Traders who leverage this strategy will have to bet on the possibility of a price correction in Bitcoin before it experiences any significant breakout to the upside.  With Bitcoin approaching the $100,000 price level, the stakes are getting higher, as analysts believe that this key milestone could serve as a launch pad to propel the cryptocurrency to a price top. For now, the price is trading at $98,560, marking a 7.63% increase in the last seven days as bullish sentiment and momentum continue to grow.   Massive Liquidation To Follow If BTC Hits $100,000  Although the crypto market is anticipating Bitcoin’s price rise to $100,000, a prominent analyst has revealed that massive liquidation could be triggered once BTC reaches this fundamental level. According to Ali Martinez, $1.89 billion is set to be liquidated if Bitcoin jumps to the $100,625 level.  Based on the analyst’s chart, this Bitcoin liquidation represents its “cumulative short liquidation leverage.” This analysis follows reports of a large-scale Bitcoin liquidation, as Martinez recently revealed that a whopping 65,000 BTC, valued at $6.37 billion, was withdrawn from exchanges.  Related Reading: Chinese Court Declares Personal Crypto Ownership Legal In Mainland China Martinez has also revealed that Bitcoin’s TD Sequential is flashing a sell signal on its 4-hour chart. Given this, the analyst has predicted a significant correction to the $97,085 mark. On the flip side, the analyst has disclosed that if Bitcoin can hold a candlestick above $100,470, it would invalidate the bearish formation and potentially propel its price towards $102,656 or $104,343.   Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

Cardano (ADA) has had one of the best performances over the last three weeks, surging over 200% toward a 2.5-year high. Today, the cryptocurrency rose over 20% to break above the $0.90 mark, fueling a bullish sentiment for the long-awaited $1 target. Related Reading: Ethereum Attempts Key Breakout: Analysts Set Next Target As ETH Reclaims $3,200 Cardano Makes New Year-High Above $0.90 On Friday, Cardano broke past the $0.81 resistance and skyrocketed toward the $0.90 mark, making a new year-high of $0.97. This performance represents a 22% surge in the last 24 hours, driving the token to its highest price since late April 2022. Cardano peaked above the $3.10 mark three years ago but lost its bullish momentum as the crypto market struggled, hitting its lowest price of $0.22 in June 2023. Since dropping 92% below its all-time high (ATH), ADA has been heavily criticized for underperforming the rest of the market. Nonetheless, the cryptocurrency recovered during Q1 2024 highs, reaching the $0.81 mark before losing 66% of its gains in the next few months. The recent market rally has seen ADA outperform most altcoins in the last three weeks, renewing interest in the cryptocurrency. According to CoinGlass’ data, Cardano’s open interest (OI) surged by 28.25% in the past 24 hours, hitting $855.5 million today. Additionally, it has jumped over 11% in the past four hours, suggesting increased activity and confidence among crypto traders. ADA To Hit $1 Soon? Cardano investors and crypto analysts have recently expressed their bullishness over ADA’s “fire” performance. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez noted that Cardano has surged over 200% this month, fueled by whales and institutional investors. Per the post, the volume of large ADA transactions on the network had increased by over 297% since the US election, reaching $22 billion on November 19. Martinez signaled that these large transactions are related to high accumulation levels, as whales holding $1 million to $10 million in ADA increased their positions by over 100% in the last 30 days. He also highlighted that ADA seems to be mirroring its 2020-2021 price action. As reported by NewsBTC, the analyst has suggested the cryptocurrency is set to experience a 2,000% run toward the $6 mark if it continues to follow its past behavior. Related Reading: Crypto Community’s Revenge: Solana Memecoin Rug-Pulled By Gen Z Trader Hits $80 Million Market Cap As the price soared past $0.90, Martinez pointed out that the $0.80 resistance, where 48,000 addresses had bought 1.2 billion ADA, was a “key area of support to watch for the bullish thesis to hold.” Analyst Sebastian highlighted that, after the $0.80 resistance, “there isn’t much resistance until $1.2.” As such, ADA could potentially see “an explosion from here” and target the long-awaited $1 mark over the weekend. As of this writing, ADA is trading at $0.97, a 46% increase in the last seven days. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

Bitcoin and crypto ownership in China have been debated and have raised policy questions for years. But a recent Shanghai court ruling clarified that it’s perfectly legal for citizens to hold, buy, and sell Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. Related Reading: XRP Gains Momentum: Whale Activity Points To $15 Breakthrough Judge Sun Jie of the Shangai Songjiang People’s Court explained in an article via WeChat that it’s not illegal for Chinese citizens to hold cryptos, even though the courts have already ruled that business entities are not allowed to keep, buy, or sell cryptocurrencies at will. Jie’s insights were part of a case review on a lawsuit involving two companies in an initial coin offering that’s illegal in the country. Coin Offerings Remain Illegal Judge Sun Jie’s comments were part of a case review involving two companies engaged with digital assets in 2017. According to records, an agricultural company expressed its intention to finance a digital asset. It then worked with an investment company to draft its whitepaper and issue the tokens. A Shanghai court has released an opinion stating that the personal ownership of cryptocurrencies is not against Chinese law, offering explicit legal clarity for crypto holders on the mainland amid a record-setting bitcoinprice surge. Sun Jie, a judge at the Shanghai Songjiang… pic.twitter.com/NfclXYh3o7 — Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) November 21, 2024 Then, the agricultural company approved a Blockchain Incubator Agreement with the investment firm. After drafting the token’s whitepaper, the investment company was paid 300,000 Yuan for its services. Under this premise, the agricultural company expected that the investment firm would release the tokens. It was the start of a misunderstanding, leading the company to seek a full refund. Planned Token Financing And Release Is ‘Potentially Illegal’ In Judge Jie’s notes, the planned financing and release of these tokens are potentially illegal. The planned initial coin offering falls under unlawful public financing. The court has ruled that no organization or individual can illegally finance or issue digital assets. The complaint of the agricultural company is deemed invalid by the court since the planned financing and token release would have been illegal. Still, the court instructed the investment firm to reimburse 250,000 yuan after careful evaluation. Related Reading: Solana Market Cap Hits Milestone: $400 Price Target Gains Traction Court Raises Risks Of Cryptocurrencies In the same notes, Judge Sun Jie explained that holding cryptocurrencies is not illegal. However, she explained that the Chinese government imposes strict restrictions because of the risks involved. However, the rules on cryptocurrencies change in business since crypto use can impact the financial and economic order. Judge Sun Jie says these are the primary reasons why Chinese laws impose strict rules on the use of cryptocurrencies. China first banned initial coin offerings and closed online crypto exchanges in 2017. The authorities continued their campaign against crypto in 2021 and even banned mining and other cryptocurrency-related businesses. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView

Ethereum (ETH) is gaining prominence as Bitcoin maintains its recent highs. Despite the fact that ETH is currently 36% below its all-time high of $4,878 from 2021, analysts anticipate that the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization may be preparing for a significant shift. Related Reading: XRP Gains Momentum: Whale Activity Points To $15 Breakthrough Ethereum’s ecosystem is a hive of activity, with a surge in institutional investments, rising ETF interest, and increasing transaction volumes. From the 1.1 million recorded three months ago, the daily transaction volumes on Ethereum have climbed to 1.22 million, a notable rise according to the most current statistics from IntoTheBlock. Bitcoin has been the star of this rally, but what about Ethereum? Historically, Ethereum has been one of the first assets to benefit from profit rotations after Bitcoin’s move. Currently, Ethereum’s on-chain activity shows evenly spaced potential resistance levels, but in… pic.twitter.com/amkbZmtEyo — IntoTheBlock (@intotheblock) November 21, 2024 Despite the fact that the increase is not substantial, it indicates that network usage is consistent. This consistent activity serves as the foundation for Ethereum’s long-term value and underscores its ongoing significance in the crypto sector. Institutional Investors Place Bets In the past week, institutional buyers bought more than $1.4 billion worth of Ethereum (ETH), which caused a stir in the crypto community. During the same time frame, $147 million has been put into Spot Ethereum ETFs. This shows that people are becoming more optimistic about the future of ETH. #Ethereum whales have bought over 430,000 $ETH in the last two weeks, worth over $1.40 billion! pic.twitter.com/n7iTTADuax — Ali (@ali_charts) November 14, 2024 The activity surge continues; trading volumes for Ethereum ETFs reached a record $1.63 billion last week, representing a 44% weekly increase. According to analysts, this increase is consistent with the patterns observed in Bitcoin ETFs, which experienced an initial period of stagnation, followed by a period of sustained growth. In response, Ethereum’s price went through the roof, rising by 25%, which was the biggest weekly gain in six months. Many people see these changes as signs that Ethereum is gaining speed, which could possibly lead to more benefits. Shifting Landscape: Layer 2 Solutions While there are positives, growth in Ethereum’s network sends out a mixed signal. New ETH addresses created are lower than those seen in previous bull markets. The reason for this is seen by experts as Layer 2 options such as Base. Because these technologies are built on top of Ethereum’s infrastructure, transfers can happen more quickly and for less money. This makes it less important to directly connect to the main Ethereum chain. Nevertheless, Ethereum’s significance has not been eclipsed by Layer 2 growth. Tokens continue to be indispensable in the decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT ecosystems. In reality, this expansion strengthens Ethereum’s fundamental function while simultaneously increasing its scalability and accessibility. Related Reading: Upbit Listing Sends BONK Skyrocketing 67% For A Fresh ATH In Memecoin Mania ETH is becoming less correlated with BTC. The 180-day BTC-ETH Pearson correlation is at a three-year low. A 10% rise in #Bitcoin could result in only a 3% gain for #Ethereum. Just because BTC is strong doesn’t mean you should buy ETH. Each asset is now following its own path. pic.twitter.com/4Dn4QoInXo — Ki Young Ju (@ki_young_ju) November 19, 2024 Ethereum Dissociates From Bitcoin Ethereum’s autonomy from Bitcoin is becoming increasingly apparent. The 180-day correlation between the two cryptocurrencies has plummeted to a three-year low, falling below 0.5. This change, according to analysts, indicates that Ethereum is now more influenced by its distinctive market dynamics than by the price fluctuations of Bitcoin. The necessity of independently assessing Ether’s potential is increasing as it continues to pursue its own course. Ethereum is demonstrating that it is more than just Bitcoin’s counterpart — it is forging its own path in the crypto world, whether through the adoption of Layer 2 solutions, institutional interest, or increasing ETF activity. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView

Bitcoin continues its price explosion this Thursday, hitting a new all-time high and breaking the $97,000 barrier during intra-day trading. The crypto asset’s price then spiked 5.7%, reaching $97,811 on Bitstamp, boosting its market cap to $1.93 trillion. Related Reading: XRP On Fire: Over 90% Weekly Growth Catapults Altcoin To Fresh 2-Year High The recent surge in Bitcoin’s value is not just a market trend, but a reflection of the growing optimism surrounding incoming US President Donald Trump’s potential crypto-friendly policies and his pick for the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) chief. This optimism has led to a 3% increase in the cumulative cryptocurrency market cap, now standing at $3.37 trillion. The 24-hour trading volume on Thursday saw a 5% increase, reaching $ 190 billion. Bullish Trend Thanks To Trump’s Win The obvious sign of the optimistic trend in the bitcoin market: its price has more than doubled this year. The whole industry has joined the upward surge, contributing an amazing $900 billion to the total crypto market capitalization. Given that Bitcoin is barely $3,000 short of the $100,000 milestone, the sector is bursting with hope about what the next few weeks can bring for the digital asset. According to Edu Patel, CEO of Mudrex, Bitcoin’s price last year was $30,000. Today, the asset’s price surged to more than $97,000, reflecting a growth of over 300%. Patel said several factors are pushing Bitcoin’s price, including Trump’s election and optimism over his pick as chairman of the SEC, and his friendly crypto policies. In addition, he also acknowledged the growing institutional participation in Bitcoin options and ETFs. Is Trump Planning A Special Position To Oversee Crypto? The recent price surge of Bitcoin underscores the growing importance of the asset and cryptocurrency to the economy. The Trump administration has also signaled the possibility of creating a specific office to oversee the administration’s cryptocurrency policies. According to some sources, the president’s team is currently considering this office, and many crypto execs are jockeying for an audience with the president. 1/ MicroStrategy just convinced investors to pay $520,234 per Bitcoin That’s the biggest Bitcoin play I’ve ever seen: pic.twitter.com/yeZfGlcm6j — ELI5 of TLDR (@explain_briefly) November 20, 2024 Institutional Adoption, MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin-First Policy Boost Price Some experts also attribute Bitcoin’s recent run to MicroStrategy’s bold “Bitcoin-first” policy. Michael Saylor of MicroStrategy has doubled down on this approach and purchased additional BTC to boost its portfolio. Other companies have followed suit and are planning to add the asset to their inventories. Related Reading: Solana Market Cap Hits Milestone: $400 Price Target Gains Traction The growing popularity of Bitcoin ETFs also helps, and the market currently benefits from the introduction of options trading. According to multiple sources, more than $4 billion has flowed into Bitcoin ETFs since the November elections. Also, this week, Reuters reports that BlackRock is off to an exciting start with its BTC ETFs with call options. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from TradingView

A prominent player has dominated the limelight in the crypto circle by buying more than 105 billion PEPE tokens at a cost of $2 million. The token has fluctuated wildly over the course of the last several months and this particular exchange on November 20, has caused significant interest due to its enormity and the prevailing market tendencies. Related Reading: Upbit Listing Sends BONK Skyrocketing 67% For A Fresh ATH In Memecoin Mania Investor Confidence In The Face Of Volatility A bold move from an anonymous investor comes at a time when the meme coin is seeing some volatility. PEPE has been down, trading at about $0.00002027 as of November 19 after hitting an all-time high of about $0.00002457 earlier this month. Based on data from Lookonchain, the unknown investor shelled out $2 million worth of USDC to purchase 105,328,301,633 (approximately 105.33 billion) PEPE in a single transaction. Someone spent 2M $USDC to buy 105.33B $PEPE in a single transaction! Address: 0xd71c6b3760cfd22e50e5514d163986552a96930b pic.twitter.com/kDKmgptPEc — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) November 21, 2024 The investor thought it would be smart to buy more of the joke cryptocurrency at a lower price, even though the price was going down. Some investors might agree with the choice. This includes “whales,” who have been buying PEPE during market swings. PEPE: Market Trends And Performance Since its April 2023 launch, PEPE has undergone significant transformation. Starting extremely modest at $0.00000001, its market value skyrocketed in a few weeks to over $1 billion. This coin got rather more well-known as prominent exchanges like Robinhood and Coinbase started trading it. Still, PEPE is vulnerable to market patterns swayed by more general economic events and social media, just as many cryptocurrencies are. Among the meme coins that have lately gone somewhat popular are PEPE, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu. Actually, PEPE saw an amazing increase of more than 106% just in mid-November. Prospects And Obstacles Although the recent acquisition indicates robust investor interest, PEPE and comparable meme currencies are confronted with numerous obstacles. Market volatility continues to be a significant concern, as prices can fluctuate significantly in response to regulatory news or social media trends. Related Reading: Poland Could Lead With Bitcoin Reserve, Presidential Hopeful Says PEPE’s standing in the market could potentially be impacted by rival coins. To maintain its drive, PEPE needs to draw in fresh investors while also showing practical usefulness that goes beyond its status as a joke. For those investors pondering an initiation or increase of their stakes in meme currencies like PEPE, keeping abreast with the shifting rhythm and patterns of the cryptocurrency ecosystem is of utmost importance, given its constant advancement. The most recent large-scale transaction is indicative of the risks and opportunities that are inherent in this rapidly evolving market. Investors are closely monitoring the outcome of this audacious maneuver to determine whether it will prove advantageous or whether the volatile nature of cryptocurrencies will generate additional uncertainty in the near future. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView

The Sui network has ceased block production for over two hours, leading to a sharp decline in the token’s price. Data from suivision and suiscan indicate that block generation stopped at 09:15 UTC today, and the network has yet to resume normal operations. This marks the first major outage for the project, a blockchain praised as “Solana killer.” SUI Price Crashes Following Network Outage Members of the community have suggested that issues with validators might be the cause of the disruption. Validators, critical for processing transactions and maintaining the blockchain’s integrity, appear to be experiencing problems. The official status page, status.sui.io, acknowledges the issue, stating that they are “continuing to investigate” and confirming that “validators are down.” Despite these updates, the development team has not released an official statement detailing the root cause or providing a timeline for resolution. Related Reading: SUI Price Stability At $3.5 Signals Room For More Growth, $4 Mark Imminent? Blockchain security firm PeckShieldAlert confirmed the disruption, noting that the “Sui blockchain network appears to be experiencing delays, with reports indicating that the latest block has produced over an hour ago.” #PeckShieldAlert #Sui blockchain network appears to be experiencing delays, with reports indicating that the latest block was produced over an hour ago pic.twitter.com/KHFpmMqKxB — PeckShieldAlert (@PeckShieldAlert) November 21, 2024 The incident has sparked discussions on social media, with several crypto community members drawing parallels between Sui’s current situation and Solana’s past network outages. Crypto analyst Quinten Francois commented, “SUI has been down for 55 min, with no blocks produced during this period. SOL 2.0?” Similarly, WantCoinNews expressed interest in how the Sui community and developers will handle the downtime, stating that their response could “either destroy or strengthen the trust in the chain.” They added a personal note, saying, “Let me just ignore this Solana type FUD and look for entries. Minimum $5.” Ben Armstrong, known as BitBoy, weighed in on the matter: “It is with great pause, I declare SUI officially the next SOL. How many times do I have to say it? Can’t wait to hear from the team on this one. Solana has taught us that it’s way better for a blockchain to be overwhelmed than not used.” Related Reading: Aptos Following SUI’s Lead? Analyst Says APT’s ‘Explosive Breakout’ Targets $20 Following the news of the outage, the token’s price dropped by 7%. Over the last 24 hours, the SUI price has fallen by nearly 10%, reflecting investor concerns over the network’s reliability. Despite this setback, SUI remains one of the few altcoins to have reached a new all-time high in the current market cycle. The price dip brings the token to a critical support level at the 1.618 Fibonacci extension of $3.24. If this support holds, SUI could be poised for another upward movement, potentially targeting the 2.618 Fibonacci extension level at $4.97. At press time, SUI traded at $3.39. Featured image from X, chart from TradingView.com

A young crypto trader attempted to rug-pull a Solana-based memecoin on a live stream, but the crypto community joined to “teach him a lesson” by sending the token to an $80 million market cap. Related Reading: Bitcoin ‘Parabolic Phase Just Begun’, Is BTC Hitting $100,000 This Week? Solana-Based Memecoin Rug Pulled By 12-Year-Old As the market enters the rally’s second leg, Solana memecoins remain the cycle’s top narrative, and many traders continue to try to find and profit from the next big thing. However, scammers continue to attempt to take advantage of the memecoin frenzy. A Gen Z trader has made the headlights after trying to rug a Solana-based memecoin he created on a live stream. The 12-year-old trader has a crypto-dedicated X account and has previously shared his profits. On Monday, he posted a picture sharing he “just made $2k before school.” The next day, the young trader launched the Gen Z Quant (QUANT) token on the popular Solana-based launchpad, Pump.fun. While the token’s price rose, he expressed surprise before flipping the watchers. According to the on-chain analytics firm Lookonchain, the kid sold all his QUANT holdings, around 51 million tokens. The Gen Z trader got 128 Solana (SOL), worth $30,000, for the tokens, making a $29,600 profit in minutes. After the kid ended the live stream, the crypto community took over the Solana memecoin, sending the price toward the $0.08 mark as “revenge.” The token rose over 77,000% to a market capitalization of $82.3 million in the early hours of Wednesday before retracing toward the $50 million mark. As a result, the Gen Z trader’s holdings would have been worth around $4 million just a few hours after rug-pulling. Some crypto investors considered the takeover a “lesson for all of those who rug.” Meanwhile, others questioned the state of the community for it to be scammed by a child and argued that investors should not abandon the Solana memecoin “to prove a point.” The Rapid Fall Of QUANT Following the rug pull, the kid created another two memecoins, LUCY and SORRY, seemingly poking fun at the crypto community for his QUANT scheme. However, he sold these tokens for 103 SOL, worth $24,000 at the time of the report. The Gen Z trader’s scheme also resulted in several memecoins related to the event. However, some of the tokens were based on the kid and his family, who had their information doxxed online after the incident. Notably, a lucky trader managed to get a 2,141x return on his QUANT investment despite the rug pull. Lookonchain also reported on an investor who spent 2 SOL, valued at $462, to buy 18.89 million QUANT tokens. Related Reading: Aptos Following SUI’s Lead? Analyst Says APT’s ‘Explosive Breakout’ Targets $20 Three hours later, the crypto community had sent the token to its peak, driving his unrealized profits to nearly $1 million. The trader sold 3.71 million QUANT for 116 SOL, worth $27,000, and left 15.18 million QUANT, making an unrealized profit of $962,000 at the time of the report. Despite the takeover, the memecoin’s rally has significantly slowed throughout the day, falling 57% from its peak. As of this writing, the token trades at $0.035, with a market capitalization of $35.11 million. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

The Ethereum (ETH) market may now be heading for a significant shift in momentum as its derivatives market continues to exhibit unprecedented growth. Particularly, while Bitcoin’s price action remains a dominant force in the market, Ethereum’s derivatives activity suggests that it could be gearing up for notable upward momentum. Related Reading: Is Ethereum Undervalued? Investors Hold Firm While Price Targets Rise New Highs In ETH Open Interest And Leverage Ratios According to a recent analysis by CryptoQuant’s EgyHash, the open interest in Ethereum has surpassed its previous all-time high, marking a 40% increase in just four months and exceeding the $13 billion threshold. The surge in open interest, which represents the total number of outstanding derivative contracts, reflects a growing engagement among traders and institutions in Ethereum’s market. Alongside this, EgyHash also mentioned that funding rates have turned moderately positive, signalling that long-position traders are currently dominant. This aligns with a sentiment favouring further price increases for ETH in the short term. The rise in open interest is not the only indicator of Ethereum’s increasing activity in derivatives markets. The CryptoQuant analyst pointed to Ethereum’s estimated leverage ratio. EgyHash disclosed that this metric which is calculated as the ratio of open interest to the exchange’s coin reserves, has also reached a new all-time high of +0.40. Commenting on what these rising metrics means for market participants, the CryptoQuant analyst wrote: While these trends underscore positive market sentiment toward ETH, it would be prudent to remain mindful of potential risks. The elevated leverage and dominance of long positions could increase the likelihood of a long squeeze if sudden price volatility occurs, potentially leading to market corrections. Ethereum Market Performance Regardless of the positive key metrics, Ethereum has continued to be one of the underperforming crypto in the market especially when compared to Bitcoin. Particularly, while Bitcoin has consistently being breaching major resistance to hit new highs, ETH still remains 36.2% decrease away from its all-time high of $4,878 registered in 2021. However, as of today, the asset seems to be gearing up for an uptrend. At the time of writing, Ethereum has surged by 0.9% in the past day with a current trading price of $3,112. Renowned analyst known as Ali on X has recently shared his outlook on the asset noting that Ethereum could outperform Bitcoin soon. The analyst backed this statement citing several key metrics and trends. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Faces Challenges: Will It Find Traction Soon? According to Ali, the altseason indicator is flashing buying opportunity and ETH’s MVRV momentum nears a key moving average suggesting significant upside potential. The analyst also mentioned the spot exchange-traded flows (ETF) Inflows and increasing whale Activity. Ali then suggested that Ethereum could test $4,000 and $6,000 levels based on an ascending parallel channel. He also highlighted a bullish theory on ETH’s potential to hit $10,000. But there is another bullish theory!#Ethereum could be mirroring the price action of the S&P500, which puts a $10,000 target on $ETH.https://t.co/ifn1zGnn9x — Ali (@ali_charts) November 19, 2024 Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView

The Solana price could be gearing up to reach a new ATH of $4,000, according to an analyst who highlighted its recent breakout from a massive Cup and Handle pattern. This bullish signal comes on the heels of recent gains in the Solana (SOL) price, which have pushed it significantly above the $200 mark, indicating strong upward movement. Solana Price Targets $4,000 Breakout A Crypto analyst identified as ‘CryptoRus’ has shared a longstanding prediction that suggests Solana could reach $4,000 by the end of the current market cycle. The analyst has based this bullish outlook on a technical pattern called the “Cup and Handle.” Related Reading: Analyst Predicts Possible 40% Crash For XRP Price With Gravestone DOJI Candle Formation According to CryptoRus, Solana has just broken out of its Cup and Handle pattern formation on its price chart. This unique chart pattern is considered a bullish signal and, in technical analysis, signals an extending upward trend. The analyst’s chart illustrates Solana’s price action on the weekly time frame, using the aforementioned technical pattern as the basis of analysis. From 2022 to mid-2024, Solana experienced a period of consolidation and recovery, as seen in the cup part of the technical pattern. The “handle” in the chart pattern also shows slight consolidation; however, the analyst has pinpointed a breakout signal at the end. This breakout is set to occur once Solana can surpass resistance levels between $195 and $255. After the anticipated breakout, the analyst suggests a solid upward trend, with projections implying a greater upside above $4,450 to a staggering $5,000. A surge to this impressive target would require Solana to experience a 2,027% rally from its current price.  Earlier this week, when Solana was on the verge of breaking out of its Cup and Handle technical pattern, the analyst revealed in a previous X post that the Cup depth of the pattern suggests a bullish price target of $400 for Solana in this market cycle. A surge to $400 would represent a 70.21% increase from present market values.   Update On Price Movements  Recently, the Solana price has been on a significant upward trend, recording impressive gains amidst the bull market. This bullish price movement comes as Bitcoin sees massive gains that have pushed it to a new ATH above $93,000.  Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Forms Bullish Symmetrical Triangle, Crypto Analyst Says Next Stop Is $100,000 As one of the world’s leading altcoins, many analysts have projected bullish targets for the Solana price, expecting it to hit new all-time highs as the bull market heats up. As of writing, the Solana price is trading at $237, recording a 14.88% increase in the last seven days and an even larger price gain of 41.7% over the past month, according to CoinMarketCap.  While the cryptocurrency’s daily trading volume of $6.8 billion is down by 12.32%, Solana still shows promise of a surge if market conditions remain favorable. Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com

Aptos (APT) recorded a 37.6% surge in the last two weeks, reclaiming its Q1 levels. According to some market watchers, the cryptocurrency’s recent performance follows SUI’s lead, which has set the stage for a massive rally toward a new all-time high (ATH) in the coming weeks. Related Reading: Bitcoin ‘Parabolic Phase Just Begun’, Is BTC Hitting $100,000 This Week? Aptos To Follow SUI Steps Aptos has recorded a remarkable performance amid the market’s rally. Following the US presidential elections, the cryptocurrency has climbed from the $7.8 mark to reclaim the $11 support zone for the first time since late April. According to some crypto analysts, APT’s chart displays a similar trajectory to SUI’s. Analyst Alex Clay pointed out APT’s performance is “following SUI steps perfectly,” suggesting that a breakout might be coming soon. Per Clay’s post, Aptos’s chart displays the same price action as SUI, starting with a decline from its 2023 highs followed by a rise toward March’s highs. After Q1’s performance, the cryptocurrencies retraced over 70%, making a higher low (HL) from last year’s bottom and rising near March highs. However, SUI took the lead and is currently in its “price discovery mode” after surpassing its March ATH a month ago. In the last month, the token surpassed its previous high several times, setting its latest ATH of $3.92 two days ago. Based on this, the analyst suggests that investors should “wait for APT to breakout and price discovery.” Another market watcher previously noted that SUI and APT were moving in a “catch-up trade” path for the last year. The trader explained that the cryptocurrencies followed a similar path before SUI “decoupled” twice. Following SUI’s takeoff, APT experienced an over 40-day lagging period before resuming its run. At the time of the report, Aptos was two weeks away from catching up on SUI, which now coincided with the post-election run. An SUI-like breakout could see APT surpass the $18 mark and soar toward a price discovery zone above the $20 range. APT Eyes $20 Target Crypto analyst Quinten highlighted APT’s recent performance, asserting that it is “reclaiming its dominance, printing consistent higher highs and higher lows.” He also noted that the token’s chart shows “strong accumulation leading up to this explosive breakout.” Last week, the token soared over 40% toward its monthly high of $13.3, a level not seen in seven months. Since then, the cryptocurrency has moved sideways, consolidating between the $11.5-$12.6 price range, briefly losing the lower range when Bitcoin (BTC) retraced toward $87,000. Related Reading: Crypto Analyst Warns of Potential Bitcoin Market Shift as Exchange Reserves Decline The $11 mark was a significant resistance throughout Q3, with APT being rejected from this range several times. However, the token has successfully held above this level for seven days. As a result, the analyst believes the current momentum could send Aptos to a new ATH, as the “next big psychological and technical target” is at the $20 mark. At the time of writing, APT is trading at $11.79, a 2.2% decline in the daily timeframe. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

The cryptocurrency known for its climb fueled by memes, Dogecoin (DOGE), is slowly approaching crucial price points that can cause a lot of market activity. The token, which has regained attention from both casual investors and traders, might be preparing to revisit its all-time high (ATH) of $0.73, a level tied to an ambitious $100 billion market cap. Related Reading: XRP Mania On The Rise: ATH Predictions Backed By Solid Google Search Interest Cryptocurrency specialist Master Kenobi is of the opinion that this particular milestone can give a psychological edge not only to the holders of Dogecoin but also to the whole cryptocurrency community at large. Dogecoin may use this valuation as an advertising of sorts, reviving interest and attracting new investors to the ecosystem. It is yet unclear if DOGE will be able to overcome its past propensity for short-term consolidation and steer toward a more gradual ascent this time. ✨ #DOGE quick UPDATE: Have you ever wondered what the #Dogecoin chart would look like when scaled to the previous cycle? If the price starts moving toward a new level now, the first stop would likely be the ATH, a zone that coincides with a market cap of approximately $100B.… https://t.co/uuRPgGjcuw pic.twitter.com/IlG0e80ZZ2 — Master Kenobi (@btc_MasterPlan) November 17, 2024 Is It A Surge Or Stagnation? Two different possibilities are emerging, according to analysts, as DOGE moves closer to these critical zones. According to the first scenario, there may be a low-volatility phase of stasis followed by an explosive breakout. Before a retreat happens, a surge like this might drive DOGE’s price toward the desired $1 level or perhaps higher, aiming for a range of $1.2 to $1.3. The second scenario suggests a quicker rise fueled by strong momentum, breaking through resistance levels without a prolonged pause. For now, the 43.14% price volatility recorded in the past 30 days serves as a reminder of Dogecoin’s unpredictable nature, even during bullish cycles. A Bullish Market With Cautionary Notes The picture painted by market indicators is conflicting but generally positive. Dogecoin has shown resiliency and investor trust by achieving green days on 63% of the previous month. The Fear & Greed Index, which states a reading of 90, indicates growing enthusiasm. However, CoinCodex has already predicted a possible decline in price by 7.63% by December. This prognosis emphasizes the need for caution rather than undermining the current bullish mood. While long-term holders should balance the risks of volatility against the possibility of significant rewards, short-term traders may discover opportunities during times of consolidation or declines. Related Reading: Shiba Inu (SHIB) Ready To Roar! Analyst Calls For A 200% Spike A Crucial Moment For DOGE The success of Dogecoin in navigating significant resistance levels and sustaining market interest will determine if it retests its ATH. Investors must be alert despite the euphoria around its development. As DOGE continues to generate headlines and conjecture in the cryptocurrency world, it will be crucial to strike a balance between the excitement of potential new highs and the realities of market swings. Featured image from Kurt Pas from Getty Images, chart from TradingView

Recently, XRP has gained immense attention in the cryptocurrency world. Its price recently touched new highs and attracted unparalleled public interest. According to Google Trends, search interest for XRP surged on November 16 up to a perfect score of 100. Related Reading: XRP Breaks $1 — Is The Garlinghouse-Trump Connection Fueling The Rise? This significant increase occurred mere days after interest had been stagnant at a measly 8, illustrating the rapidity with which sentiment can fluctuate in the cryptocurrency sector. A Remarkable Increase In Price The increase in search interest is in ideal harmony with the price performance of the coin. The altcoin was trading at approximately $0.77 on November 15, but it had risen to $1.27 by the following day, a remarkable 64% increase in just 24 hours. The current price of XRP is the highest it has been in three years, and many investors are enthusiastic about its potential to attain even greater heights. The most recent instance of a significant increase in interest in the crypto occurred in April 2021, when it reached a high of $1.96. Given the tumultuous history of XRP over the past few years, this recent rally is of particular importance. Now that it has regained its traction, the stagnation period and challenges it experienced have come to an end, and the price levels of the coin are hovering around the $0.40 dollar levels. Analysts are upbeat about its future, noting that the cryptocurrency remains well below its all-time high of $3.84, leaving ample room for potential growth. Factors Contributing To The Increase Newfound enthusiasm for XRP is being driven by a variety of factors. One significant factor is the accumulation of the digital asset by large investors, who are frequently referred to as “whales.” According to reports, these investors have recently invested more than $526 million in XRP, indicating their strong confidence in the cryptocurrency’s future potential. Additionally, the recent increase in open interest for XRP futures indicates that traders are anticipating additional volatility and price fluctuations. The demand for XRP is on the rise as more retail investors become involved in the coin’s promise, motivated by the fear of missing out (FOMO). XRP: Regional Trends And Global Interest Interest in XRP is a worldwide phenomena, not limited in any one area at once. According to the statistics, searches for XRP point the charge towards the Netherlands, Australia, Ireland, Finland, and Slovenia. This general curiosity reflects a more general trend of revived interest in cryptocurrencies as they gather traction among regular investors. Related Reading: Shiba Inu (SHIB) Ready To Roar! Analyst Calls For A 200% Spike XRP currently trades at around $1.18. It has been able to maintain its price above $1, while even undergoing minor drawdowns. The digital asset has seen a whopping gain of more than 104% within the last week. Market observers wonder what’s next for it. Although there is a wide range of predictions, from conservative estimates of $5 to more ambitious forecasts that imply potential highs of $300, one thing is certain: XRP is once again on the radar and could be on the brink of an exciting future in the crypto market. Featured image from Block Tempo, chart from TradingView

Solana (SOL) has emerged as a winner in the digital asset landscape as it captured the title of being the most popular blockchain ecosystem in 2024, according to the latest ranking of CoinGecko. Related Reading: Shiba Inu (SHIB) Ready To Roar! Analyst Calls For A 200% Spike The virtual coin outperformed some of the well-known cryptocurrencies in the market, an indicator of the crypto’s growing appeal to investors worldwide. Solana Bags No. 1 Spot Solana seized the top spot in the ranking of blockchain ecosystems in the crypto space. This is an important feat that shows the capability of the coin to dominate the digital currency market. CoinGecko revealed that from January 1 to November 11, 2024, the global traffic share of Solana has outdone its fellow cryptos, saying that SOL holds nearly 39% of all investor interests worldwide. SOL’s global shares are more than twice the share of Base, which occupies second place with 16.81%, showing its commanding lead among blockchain ecosystems. CoinGecko attributed the SOL’s prominence to the Pump.fun platform, which Solana launched in January this year. The platform played a crucial role in sparking the interest in SOL. The crypto market analyst added that Solana’s “speed and low gas fees” were also major contributors to its popularity among investors. Meanwhile, the data aggregator website noted that although Solana led the top of the blockchain ecosystems ranking, the coin’s share of investor interest has decreased by 10.5%. In contrast, other ecosystems have gone up to get more global shares. The Pump.fun Effect Analysts said that one of the major drivers in the huge interest in SOL is the Pump.fun. Solana introduced the new platform in January, boosting the coin’s customer engagement and leading to more interest in it. Solana boasted that Pump.fun is viewed as its “fastest trading terminal,” which can also be used for “non-custodial wallet creation through emails.” Data showed that over 2.5 million tokens have been deployed with the use of the platform, noting that Pump.fun has become famous in the meme coin community for its low transaction costs. Related Reading: Mantra (OM) Hits New ATH On 132% Weekly Surge – Details ETF Listing By 2025 Matthew Sigel, head of digital asset research at VanEck, believed that Solana could get an ETF listing by 2025, showing confidence that SOL will get US approval next year. Sigel said that the odds are in favor of Solana, saying that an ETF listing by 2025 is “overwhelmingly high.” He suggested that US President-elect Donald Trump’s stance on cryptocurrencies could be a deciding factor in SOL’s campaign for an ETF listing since Trump projects a more friendly approach to cryptocurrencies. As of writing, SOL is being traded at $244 per coin and has a total market capitalization of more than $114 billion. Featured image from ByteTree, chart from TradingView

In his latest YouTube video titled “Turn $1,000 into $100,000 With Meme Coins in 45 Days! [I’m Buying These Memes Now],” Miles Deutscher provides an analysis of the current memecoin landscape where he lists specific coins that he believes are poised for substantial growth. Deutscher contextualized the current market environment, stating, “altcoins are now breaking out of a key resistance level on the weekly, absolutely flying specifically the meme coins.” He attributes this surge to the memecoin supercycle, driven by increased retail participation and strategic exchange listings. “The altcoins that people are bidding in light of this breakout are the memecoins, specifically the ones that are getting exchange listings,” he explains. List Of Deutscher’s Top Memecoins To Buy Now Among the top memecoins Deutscher highlights, Pepe (PEPE) is a standout performer. “Pepe is my first 100x through memecoins,” Deutscher exclaims. He advises a proactive trading approach, utilizing technical indicators to navigate its price movements. “Pepe continues to show strong bullish signals, making it a prime candidate for long-term holds and active trading,” he asserts. Related Reading: Uncertainty Looms For Crypto As SEC And CFTC Leadership Transitions Unfold Under Trump Dogwifhat (WIF) is another memecoin that Deutscher identifies as having significant upside potential. “WIF is performing exceptionally well right now,” he notes, pointing to its strong market performance. Deutscher recommends monitoring breakout patterns and technical signals akin to those observed with Pepe, suggesting that WIF is well-positioned to capitalize on the ongoing market momentum. “Watch for breakout patterns and technical signals similar to Pepe,” he states. Foxy (FOXY) also garners attention for its remarkable performance, currently up approximately 110% in the last 13 days. “Foxy has started flying the spell call from yesterday,” Deutscher states. He recommends a strategic approach of taking partial profits while maintaining the majority of the position to maximize returns. “Targeting higher range highs with potential for yearly high retests,” he explains. Spell (SPELL) is another memecoin that Deutscher praises, having increased by 41% since his entry and 67% in the last 12 days. He attributes its success to “unit bias and low market cap psychology,” emphasizing the psychological factors that drive retail investment in lower-priced tokens. “Spell is the lowest market cap meme on Coinbase, and unit bias is a real thing with retail,” he observes. Deutscher targets a multi-billion market caps for Spell, advocating for holding positions to fully capitalize on its growth potential. Related Reading: New Era For Crypto Regulation? SEC Chair Gensler Suggests He May Step Down Bonk (BONK) and Floki (FLOKI) are recognized by Deutscher for their consistent performance within the memecoin sector. “Bonk continues to be a strong performer,” Deutscher remarks, while FLOKI’s substantial gains of approximately 85% are noted as being driven by overall market momentum. “FLOKI benefits from the flywheel effect and overall market momentum,” he explains. Peanut the Squirrel (PEANUT) is highlighted for its explosive growth, having surged by an impressive 1,800% within the last nine days. Deutscher attributes its rapid rise to heightened retail investment and speculative trading. He underscores Peanut’s potential for continued growth, driven by its strong momentum and increasing market interest. “Peanut exemplifies the explosive potential within the memecoin arena,” he states. Goat (GOAT), the leading AI memecoin, has seen a fivefold increase over the past month and has crossed the $1 billion market cap with the latest surge. However, GOAT is far from done. “Goat is targeting multi-billions,” Deutscher asserts, indicating his confidence in its scalability and long-term viability. In addition to these primary memecoins, Deutscher also mentions SPX6900 (SPX) and Giga (GIGA) as newer additions to his portfolio, both showing positive returns. “SPX is considered a relative strength leader with potential for significant upside,” he elaborates, while Giga’s performance is tied to technical setups and anticipated exchange listings, making it a strong contender in the memecoin sector. “Giga remains a strong contender based on its technical setups and upcoming exchange listings,” Deutscher notes. Deutscher also touches on several other memecoins, including Popcat, MOG, Miggles, Flaky, Pups, Simon’s Cat, Toshi, Billy, and Paradise, each noted for their varying performances and niche market potentials. He observes, “animal coins have been super hot,” particularly cat-themed memecoins like Popcat and MOG, which he believes are ripe for rotation plays within their specific sub-sectors. In general, Deutscher emphasizes the current significance of exchange listings and weekend trading dynamics. “Weekend pumps have become a lot more probable across the board now that retail is back,” he explains, noting that retail investors are more active during weekends, driving substantial market movements. He also advocates for monitoring intra-rotations within memecoin sub-sectors, such as cat-themed coins, to capitalize on emerging trends and early investments. At press time, PEPE traded at $0.00002080. Featured image from iStock, chart from TradingView.com

Ethereum has witnessed a huge surge in on-chain activity in the past week, with data showing an accumulation trend from crypto exchanges. According to on-chain analytics platfrom IntoTheBlock, about $1 million worth of Ether was withdrawn from crypto exchanges last week. This shift suggests that investors are adopting a holding strategy, even as the Ethereum price consolidates below $3,200. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $800K? Galaxy Digital CEO Unveils Bold 5-10 Year Forecast Notably, the last time Ethereum had outflows of this magnitude was in May 2023. The massive exodus of ETH from exchanges could indicate that traders are anticipating higher prices and moving their holdings into private wallets. Examining The Ethereum $1 Billion Outflow The notable outflow of Ethereum from crypto exchanges is highlighted by the ‘Aggregated Exchange Netflow’ data from IntoTheBlock. This metric, which follows the total number of assets entering crypto exchanges minus those leaving, is useful for determining the bullish sentiment among traders.  A high outflow signals accumulation behavior since people buy on exchanges and withdraw it to their wallets. According to the metric, the netflow of aggregated exchanges in the last 24 hours comes at a negative 59,240 ETH change. This pattern is not an isolated occurrence but part of a larger trend that has unfolded throughout the week. IntoTheBlock highlighted this ongoing behavior on social media platform X, drawing attention to Ethereum’s weekly net outflow from exchanges reaching $1 billion.  Interestingly, this movement is not exclusive to Ethereum. Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, has also experienced a similar trend, with its weekly exchange net outflow mirroring Ethereum’s at $1 billion. This parallel behavior suggests a broader market sentiment where major cryptocurrencies are being withdrawn from exchanges and traders across the board are anticipating a bullish market ahead. Both $BTC and $ETH saw significant outflows from exchanges this week, with net outflows for both surpassing $1 billion. The last time outflows were this high was in May 2023 pic.twitter.com/tRngqN4fPM — IntoTheBlock (@intotheblock) November 15, 2024 What’s Next For Ethereum? Ethereum has retraced quite noticeably since it reached $3,420 on November 12. Particularly, Ethereum fell to $3,018 as Ethereum tokens flooded crypto exchanges. Despite the apparent 11% correction, the Ethereum price has managed to hold above support at $3,000.  The decline seems to have given bulls another opportunity to load up more ETH. Now that the price floor seems to have been established at $3,000, we can expect the Ethereum price to kick off a new uptrend this week.  At the time of writing, Ethereum is trading at $3,152, reflecting a 1.5% gain over the past 24 hours, hinting at early signs of recovery. Current price action puts Etherum forming a falling wedge pattern, which can break into either side. Related Reading: Whale Alert: XRP Accumulation Reaches 5-Year Peak – Details If the pattern breaks out to the upside, Ethereum may resume its bullish trajectory and retest the $3,400 resistance level in the coming days. Conversely, a break to the downside could trigger a deeper decline, potentially driving the price toward another support zone at $2,810. Featured image from The Guardian, chart from TradingView

As Donald Trump prepares to take office for another term, speculation is intensifying regarding the future of crypto regulation, particularly concerning the leadership of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).  Recent social media posts by FOX journalist Eleanor Terret suggest that SEC Chairman Gary Gensler may be on the verge of resigning, possibly before Trump’s inauguration in January 2025. Pro-Crypto Candidates In The Running To Succeed Gensler According to sources close to the situation, Terret says Gensler’s resignation, which would leave his term, set to expire in 2026, uncompleted, is expected to be announced after Thanksgiving.  However, while Gensler has faced heavy criticism during his tenure for his strict regulatory approach to the crypto industry, the identity of his successor remains uncertain. Related Reading: How Low Can Dogecoin Go Before Rallying Again? Expert Forecast Former Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Chairman Christopher Giancarlo has dismissed rumors regarding his nomination, while several other candidates are being considered.  Among the names in the mix are Dan Gallagher, Chief Legal Officer at crypto exchange Robinhood; Bob Stebbins, a partner at Willkie Farr; former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins; and Paul Hastings lawyer Brad Bondi.  Terret suggests that Gallagher, while initially reluctant to leave Robinhood, may reconsider as the dynamics of the administration’s appointments shift.  Stebbins, who has close ties to Jay Clayton, a former SEC chairman, is rumored to be a favored candidate, though he lacks a crypto background. Still, sources suggest he would follow the Trump administration’s lead on digital assets. Atkins and Bondi are both known for their pro-crypto stance, advocating for a “lighter regulatory touch.” Atkins serves on the board of the Digital Chamber of Commerce and co-chairs its Token Alliance, focusing on token issuance growth. Bondi has been involved in advising decentralized finance (DeFi) projects, indicating a commitment to fostering innovation in the crypto space. Trump Plans Resource Allocation For CFTC Other names circulating in crypto circles include former CFTC Chair Heath Tarbert, former Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian Brooks, and former SEC Investment Management Director Norm Champ. Champ recently expressed his willingness to serve if asked, signaling his interest in a potential role in the upcoming administration. In addition, pro-crypto SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda is reportedly open to taking the chairmanship, possibly as acting chair, while fellow Commissioner Hester Peirce, dubbed the “crypto mom” of the agency, has privately indicated her disinterest in the role. Related Reading: Binance Dominates As Bitcoin Futures Volume Hits New Peaks Amid Historic Price Rally With these leadership changes on the horizon, Terret anticipates that the new SEC chair will be pro-crypto, while also being equipped to handle the broader responsibilities of the agency, which include oversight of public companies, the stock market, the bond market, private funds, and the consolidated audit trail (CAT). Compounding the speculation is the expectation that the Trump administration may also increase the CFTC’s role in cryptocurrency regulation. Terret asserts that the administration is considering allocating more resources to the CFTC, although the specifics of how this will be implemented remain unclear and would likely require additional funding. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com

Larry Dean Harmon of Ohio was officially sentenced Friday for running the darknet crypto mixer Helix over allegations that he had processed over $300 million worth of crypto tokens from 2014 to 2017. Related Reading: Solana Rising: Key Metrics Hint At Serious Ethereum Competitor Harmon gets a three-year sentence, in addition to forfeiture of assets up to $400 million, for his role in laundering over $300 million worth of Bitcoin tokens for darknet’s drug markets. According to US authorities, Harmon used the platform to help launder the drug dealers’ funds, facilitating the transfer of over 350,000 BTCs from 2014 to 2017. He gets a three-year sentence, a relatively light serving time, but faces a forfeiture money judgment worth $311,145,854 and forfeiture of all seized assets amounting to at least $400 million. A ‘Lighter Sentence’ Over Money Laundering Case According to court documents, Harmon operated Helix from 2014 to 2017 and, during this time, laundered up to $300 million worth of Bitcoins on behalf of drug dealers. After hearing the case and with Harmon’s guilty plea, US District Judge Beryl Howell sentenced Harmon to three years of jail time. In addition to prison time, Harmon will serve a three-year supervised release, pay the court up to $311 million, and surrender all seized assets, including cryptocurrencies and real estate, amounting to at least $400 million. An Ohio man was sentenced to 3 years in prison and ordered to forfeit over $400M in assets for his operating of Helix, a darknet cryptocurrency “mixer.” @DOJCrimDiv #FollowTheMoney #IRSCIhttps://t.co/4IRC4fDbPf — IRS Criminal Investigation (@IRS_CI) November 15, 2024 Helix: Harmon’s Role In Laundering Drug Money Helix was a popular crypto-mixing service on the darknet and a favorite destination of drug dealers who wanted to launder their money. According to a Department of Justice press release, the mixing site processed 354,468 BTCs, or approximately $311,145,854, during transactions. Records show that the bulk of these funds are for darknet drug markets, and some are for customers based in the District of Columbia. Harmon collected a percentage of these transactions as fees and commissions for running the service. Harmon ensured that Helix was linked to Grams, a darknet search engine, and worked with most darknet markets as part of the laundering operations. Harmon used his proprietary API to integrate Helix into the darknet markets’ BTC withdrawal system. He also customized the API to make it more compatible with other markets. Last August 18th, 2021, Harmon submitted a guilty plea for conspiracy to commit money laundering. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $800K? Galaxy Digital CEO Unveils Bold 5-10 Year Forecast Harmon’s Cooperation Paved The Way For A Lighter Sentence Initially, Harmon was facing a possible 20-year sentence, even though the prosecutor campaigned for at least 75 months’ worth of prison time. However, the presiding judge only imposed a three-year sentence, crediting Harmon for his help in this case. This resulted in Roman Sterlingov’s sentencing to 12.5 years last November 8th. Judge Howell acknowledged Harmon’s effort to close the platform two years before the authorities charged him. The court considered this move a sign that Harmon had reformed, even before the case was filed. Featured image from CRI Group, chart from TradingView

The crypto market could be getting ready to enter the highly anticipated altcoin season. As the market rides the bull wave spearheaded by Bitcoin, a crypto analyst has identified the current phase of the market using the Wyckoff Cycle. This analysis suggests that altcoins are preparing for a “parabolic run” that could kickstart the onset of the altcoin season.  Related Reading: Bitcoin To $800K? Galaxy Digital CEO Unveils Bold 5-10 Year Forecast Wyckoff Cycle Reveals What Phase The Current Market Has Entered  A crypto technical analyst identified as EtherNasyonal has shared a chart of the crypto total market cap, excluding Bitcoin. In this chart, the Wyckoff cycle, a widely used framework for understanding market behavior and trends, can be seen. The chart showed four distinct market phases — Accumulation, Mark up, Distribution, and Mark down. The accumulation phase is the period when smart money begins buying assets at lower prices, and prices consolidate as selling pressure reduces. Once the accumulation phase completes, the Markup phase begins, where prices break out of the consolidation range and begin an uptrend driven by increased demand. The next phase, the Distribution stage, is characterized by selling pressure, where smart money begins selling its holdings, leading to price corrections or stabilization. After this stage, the Markdown phase starts, where selling pressure overwhelms demand, triggering a downtrend.  Based on these unique phases, the crypto analyst has revealed that the market is currently in the Mark up phase, highlighted by an increase in the prices of various cryptocurrencies. By 2025, 2026, and 2027, the total market is expected to enter a re-accumulation phase, another mark up phase, and a distribution phase, respectively.  The right side of the chart also shows a continuation of these distinct market phases, with 2027 to 2030 set to witness an accumulation, mark up, and distribution stage.  Here’s When The Altcoin Season Could Begin Based on EtherNasyonal’s Wyckoff cycle chart, the altcoin season is set to commence, with altcoins already preparing to experience a parabolic run. The altcoin season is a period when cryptocurrencies, excluding Bitcoin, experience significant price increases and often outperform Bitcoin significantly. Based on the past bull market,  the altcoins that led the previous altcoin season include Ethereum, Cardano, Solana, and others.  The crypto analyst has revealed that the altcoin season will begin after the reaccumulation phase in the Wyckoff crypto market chart. The reaccumulation phase is set to take place in 2025, following the Mark up phase in 2024.  Related Reading: Solana Rising: Key Metrics Hint At Serious Ethereum Competitor In this reaccumulation phase, the analyst expects altcoins to experience an epic rise that could lead to a strong and bullish altcoin season. The Bitcoin price performance is also set to influence this anticipated altcoin season, as a Bitcoin bull run has historically preceded past altcoin seasons. Moreover, as the market sees a decrease in Bitcoin’s dominance and increased demand for altcoins, this could signal that the altcoin season may be imminent. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

A lawsuit claiming that Tesla’s Elon Musk rigged Dogecoin to benefit his company has ended. Related Reading: Solana Rising: Key Metrics Hint At Serious Ethereum Competitor According to reports, investors who initially claimed that Musk manipulated Dogecoin’s price have withdrawn their complaint. Also, the group is withdrawing its bid to sanction Musk’s lawyers for supposedly interfering with the appeal, including canceling a request to cover their legal fees. The lawsuit alleged that Tesla and Musk influenced Dogecoin’s price through social media posts and public statements. They highlighted Musk’s appearance on Saturday Night Live in 2021, arguing that the Tesla owner made remarks influencing the token’s price, allowing him to profit from these price swings. Elon Musk Public Statements And Stunts ‘Influenced Dogecoin Price’ Investors filed a case against Musk in response to his statements and posts that supposedly influenced the Dogecoin price. The lawsuit highlighted Musk’s presence in NBC’s Saturday Night Live in 2021, where he shared his views on Dogecoin, pushing the token’s price to increase. According to the complainants, Musk manipulated the market to his benefit. They claimed that Musk manipulated the market through postings on Twitter/X, adding the tag “Dogecoin CEO” and using the DOGE symbol as part of his bio. The group alleged that the token’s price surged after Musk commented, including a statement that Tesla will accept Dogecoin as a payment method. The complainants were seeking damages of $258 billion from Elon Musk. Court Dismisses Case Against Tesla CEO The court has already dismissed the case against Tesla and Musk last August. In dismissing the case, US District Judge Alvin Hellerstein argued that the complainants cannot prove securities solely based on Musk’s post on social media. The judge added that Musk’s statement, saying that Dogecoin is the world’s future currency, can be used to buy Tesla, and can “fly to the moon, are considered “aspirational and puffery” and not necessarily factual. In short, Judge Hellerstein explained that no reasonable person should rely on posts to complain about securities fraud. The judge further noted that it would be challenging to show and prove insider trading and market manipulation claims based on posts alone. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $800K? Galaxy Digital CEO Unveils Bold 5-10 Year Forecast Musk And Tesla Officially Withdraw Their Motion Immediately after receiving the fraud and market manipulation complaint, Musk’s team motioned to sanction the group’s lawyers for filing a “frivolous case.” Musk called out the legal team for their ever-changing arguments to extort money. Last Thursday, both sides filed stipulations to dismiss the appeal in a Manhattan court. These requests require Judge Hellerstein’s approval, and upon signature, the cases are officially dismissed. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView

Cardano (ADA) has seen a massive rally in the last few weeks, surging over 81% in the past fourteen days. As the cryptocurrency continues breaking past key levels, a renowned crypto analyst highlighted its potential 2,000% climb. Related Reading: Analysts Bullish On Dogwifhat (WIF) $5 Target As Price Retests $4 Resistance Cardano To Hit $6 By Q3 2025 Crypto analyst Ali Martinez forecasted that Cardano might hit the $6 mark by September 2025. Earlier this year, the analyst noted that ADA’s chart reassembled a pattern similar to 2020, which suggests that the cryptocurrency could experience a rally like 2020-2021’s bull run. Per the post, ADA broke out from its two-year consolidation in early 2020 before retracing 75% and consolidating for most of the year. By November 2020, the token bounced from the accumulation range and started its massive 4,000% rally, which lasted around nine months. This year, Cardano has seen a similar move during the first leg of the cycle, reaching its year-high of $0.81 before retracing 75% and consolidating between the $0.6-$0.27 price range for the last eight months. Following the crypto market’s recent rally, fueled by Trump’s victory in the US elections and the Federal Reserve’s decision to reduce interest rates by 0.25, Cardano has experienced a massive 50% weekly surge. Martinez previously forecasted that ADA could experience the second leg’s initial jump on November 18, around two weeks after the US elections. However, the cryptocurrency reclaimed the $0.6 support zone and broke above the $0.65 horizontal level earlier today. This performance represents an eight-month high for Cardano, which has been heavily criticized for underperforming against most altcoins. According to the chart, ADA might move sideways around this range for the following days before challenging its year-high price. If ADA continues replicating the last cycle’s pattern, the cryptocurrency could reach the long-awaited $1 by year-end. Additionally, it could surpass its previous $3.09 all-time high (ATH) by Q1 2025 before entering price discovery mode. Martinez suggested that Cardano could rise over 2,000% toward the $6 mark, reaching its top between July and September 2025. ADA Among Today’s Market Leaders While most cryptocurrencies in the top 100 move sideways, ADA has soared 21 % in the last 24 hours. The token surged as the third-best performer today, behind XRP and ALGO. Besides the general economic and geopolitical factors, its recent performance has also been fueled by speculation surrounding Cardano’s potential involvement with Trump’s administration. On Thursday, a member of the World Economic Forum (WEF) and the United Nations (UN), Shawn, shared on X that re-elected President Trump is exploring a federal voting and identity verification system based on blockchain technology. Related Reading: Dogecoin Frenzy Arrives In Korea: ‘Kimchi Premium’ Returns Amid DOGE’s 110% Rally Speculation arose when another X user claimed that Cardano’s founder Charles Hoskinson is “already in talks with the Trump administration,” arguing that “they’ve been working with the state of Wyoming on voting systems for a couple of years now.” Cardano has rallied an impressive 84% in the last month, breaking above the $0.65 mark for the first time since late March and recovering its top 10 crypto spot. As of this writing, ADA trades at $0.67. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

Now that Bitcoin short-term price action remains bullish, driven by US President Donald Trump’s vocal support for crypto, analysts ponder the following question: How will Bitcoin perform in five to 10 years? For Galaxy Digital’s Mike Novogratz, using gold as a benchmark, Bitcoin can hit $800,000 in five to 10 years. Related Reading: Solana Rising: Key Metrics Hint At Serious Ethereum Competitor In a Bloomberg Television interview, Novogratz joins other analysts on their bullish take on the top digital asset. He added that Bitcoin will remain upward and trade at $800k in the next five to 10 years, approximating gold’s $16 trillion market value. Bitcoin To Match Gold’s Market Cap: Analysts Trump’s win is arguably one of the triggers for Bitcoin’s recent price action. A few days ago, Bitcoin edged out silver in the list of Top 10 assets in the market cap department. Today, the digital asset tops Saudi Aramco on the same list, with a valuation of $1.79 trillion. With the continuous climb in digital assets, many ask if they match gold’s market cap. According to Novogratz, the shift in market interest among the new generation of consumers and traders is helping Bitcoin. He stated that today’s investors prefer Bitcoin, which is considered a digital store of value. Aside from Novogratz, other market analysts and industry personalities use gold as Bitcoin’s benchmark. For example, Howard Lutnick and Anthony Scarammucci have also compared both assets, saying that Bitcoin will beat gold’s market cap soon. Bitcoin To Trade In $500k Level If It Becomes Part Of US Reserve The Galaxy Digital founder also predicts that Bitcoin’s price will hit $500k if the US government decides to integrate the digital asset as part of the Treasury. Novogratz made this bold projection based on the current bullish trend and potentially favorable policies for crypto. Novogratz added that if the US decides to acquire up to 1 million BTC, then this will force other governments to invest as well, pushing the demand. In addition, Trump’s support for Bitcoin and crypto is also fueling the bullish run of the asset. Novogratz Not Confident On Government’s Decision To Add BTC As Reserve Asset Although Novogratz identifies a $500k target, he thinks the US Treasury will likely not add this asset. He predicts that there’s a considerable chance the bill may not pass the Senate’s approval, although the House gives its go-signal. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Price Watch: 60% Rally Catches Whale Attention – Is More Growth Ahead? Novogratz remains bullish on Bitcoin and advises the US government to acquire more and double down on its campaign to promote digital assets. He added that the government doesn’t need to support the USD with other assets. In the same Bloomberg interview, he further shared that he’s heavily invested in Bitcoin and will welcome the possibility of the reserve bill getting approved. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

The XRP price is experiencing a significant uptick, rising 20% over the past two days and an impressive 47% in the last five days. The surge can be attributed to a confluence of factors, including speculation surrounding SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s potential resignation, favorable regulatory tailwinds under the incoming Trump administration, increased whale activity, and a notable technical breakout. #1 Speculation About SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s Resignation A primary driver behind XRP’s recent price movement is the growing speculation regarding the possible resignation of Gary Gensler, Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On November 14, Gensler delivered a speech at the Practicing Law Institute’s 56th annual conference on securities regulation, where he lauded the efforts of the SEC. “It’s been a great honor to serve with them, doing the people’s work, and ensuring that our capital markets remain the best in the world,” Gensler stated. The crypto community on Xinterprets this speech as a potential farewell address, especially in light of the upcoming transition following Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election. Investors anticipate that the Trump administration will appoint a pro-crypto chairman to lead the SEC. “I will fire Gary Gensler on day one,” Trump pledged during the Bitcoin 2024 conference. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple Labs, echoed these sentiments on X: “Joined Cantor’s annual Crypto Conference today – safe to say that the US is ready to be the crypto capital of the world with the next Trump Administration. Also an apt shirt to wear..on perhaps what are Gary Gensler’s last days in office?!” After Gensler’s resignation, there’s speculation that the SEC might reconsider its appeal against Ripple Labs, potentially alleviating regulatory pressures that have weighed heavily on the XRP price over the last years. #2 Regulatory Tailwinds For XRP Under Trump The anticipated policy shift under the incoming Trump administration is another critical factor contributing to the XRP price appreciation. The administration is reportedly preparing to adopt a more permissive stance toward crypto, with plans to appoint industry-friendly candidates to key regulatory positions. “Chatted with Tony Romm about how the incoming Trump Administration is already engaging proactively with the crypto industry on clear rules of the road… what a breath of fresh air!” Garlinghouse remarked today on X. Further emphasizing the potential positive impact, Garlinghouse stated via X: “I’ve shared some thoughts on what the Trump administration could mean for crypto and wanted to also recognize the XRP family’s patience and unwavering support. A lot has happened since XRP was the 2nd most valuable digital asset. It’s been – at times – a frustrating journey. ~6 years since the SEC started meddling in the crypto market, picking winners and losers… ~4 years since the SEC sued Ripple. He added, “Now FINALLY we see a light at the end of the tunnel as these external (frankly unnatural and manipulative) market factors fade. The tides are shifting, headwinds are turning to tailwinds, and the opportunity for those of us who believe in the future for XRP is enormous!” #3 Increased XRP Whale Activity Whale activity, indicative of large-scale investments by major holders, has also played a significant role in the XRP price surge. On-chain analysis firm Santiment reports on X: “Wallets with at least 1M XRP now hold a combined 45.61B tokens, their highest amount held since June 2018. In the past 2 years, whales & sharks have reversed course and accumulated 3.44B more XRP, a +8.16% increase. Traders have enjoyed a +40% return in the past 7 days.” #4 Technical Breakout Complementing the fundamental drivers are technical factors contributing to the XRP price action. XRP has broken above a six-year-long symmetrical triangle pattern, a significant technical indicator that suggests the potential for sustained upward momentum. Historically, such breakouts have preceded notable price increases, and in XRP’s case, the price had previously declined by as much as 97% during the formation of this pattern. At press time, XRP traded at $0.85. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com

Solana-based Memecoin Dogwifhat (WIF) is among the tokens leading the crypto market. The cryptocurrency surged over 40% in the last 24 hours, breaking above the $4 resistance zone following its Coinbase listing. As a result, some market watchers forecasted a massive WIF rally before year-end. Related Reading: Market ‘Pricing In A Higher Fair Value’ For Bitcoin As Price Discovery Continues Dogwifhat Rallies 40% Amid Coinbase Listing Dogwifhat has been one of the best-performing memecoins of this cycle, seeing a 2000% surge to its $4.83 all-time high (ATH) in March. The token led the Solana meme frenzy during Q1 but faced a significant 66% price drop in the following months while the market retraced. As the crypto market regained momentum, the token broke above the crucial $2 resistance zone, reclaiming this level as Q3 closed. Since Trump’s victory in the US presidential elections, WIF has joined the market’s broader rally, breaking out of an 8-month downtrend. WIF’s reclaim of the $3 mark earlier this week fueled investors’ bullish sentiment as the token reached levels not seen since June. Moreover, the cryptocurrency experienced a massive 40% rally in the last 24 hours after being listed on a major crypto exchange. On Wednesday, Coinbase announced the listing of Dogwifhat alongside frog-themed memecoin PEPE. The news propelled a massive rally for the dog-themed token, sending its price from the $2.93 weekly low to the $4.00 resistance level. On Thursday morning, the memecoin rallied toward the $4.30 mark, seeing its highest price since early April. Since the listing news, WIF has tried to turn the $4 resistance into support, briefly losing the level as Bitcoin (BTC) retraced to $87,000. Despite the momentary retrace, Dogwifhat remained among the best-performing cryptocurrencies among the top 100 list, seeing a 9.9% increase in the last 24 hours, while the broader market bleed 2.2%. WIF To $5 By Christmas Day? Following its massive performance, some market watchers forecasted a $5 target for the cryptocurrency. Trader Koala suggested that WIF would see a deviation from its 24-hour $3.90-$4.30 range. After the deviation, the analyst stated that the memecoin could see a bounce from the range’s lows toward the range highs before moving toward the $5 zone. The token has momentarily recovered from the drop below $4, trading at the range’s lower levels, just 16.4% below its ATH. Meanwhile, another market watcher suggested that Dogwifhat could see a rally like Shiba Inu’s (SHIB) 2021 run. X user Sito noted that SHIB rallied 1800% after being listed in Coinbase, reaching its ATH of $0.00008616 42 days later. Related Reading: Dogecoin Frenzy Arrives In Korea: ‘Kimchi Premium’ Returns Amid DOGE’s 110% Rally Per the post, WIF could see its surge above the $50 mark if it performs similarly to SHIB’s price action post-Coinbase listing. Sito pointed out that this would lead to WIF’s price trading at $52 by Christmas day. Moreover, he detailed that SHIB’s listing occurred towards the end of the previous bullish cycle, arguing that dogwifhat’s listing could be “even more bullish as it would allow for more organic growth.” As of this writing, WIF is trading at $4.05, a 71.6% surge in the last seven days. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com

Peanut the Squirrel has rapidly gained prominence in the cryptocurrency sector, establishing itself as a leading memecoin on the Solana blockchain. Within a 24-hours span, PNUT surged almost 200% to attain an all-time high price of $2.4 on November 14, before stabilizing at approximately $2.23. Related Reading: Shiba Inu Price Watch: 60% Rally Catches Whale Attention – Is More Growth Ahead? This rapid ascent has rendered it the highest daily gainer and elevated its market capitalization to about $1.8 billion, securing its position within the top 50 cryptocurrencies. The Excitement Surrounding The Increase: The Elon Musk Influence The increase in PNUT’s price can be mostly ascribed to a tweet from Elon Musk, in which he remarked, “America was saved by a squirrel and a meme coin!” This tweet rapidly gained popularity, akin to the other endorsements made by Elon Musk that have propelled other memecoins, such as Dogecoin, to new heights. The origin of PNUT enhances its appeal; it was established in reaction to popular indignation about the euthanasia of a pet squirrel named Peanut by New York City’s Department of Environmental Conservation. This occurrence elicited extensive sympathy and discourse on social media channels, highlighting the token. Apart from the influence of Elon Musk, PNUT has profited from the broader increase in the bitcoin market, partly resulting from recent political developments following the triumph of the Republicans in the US elections. While these factors are associated with a period of increased market activity and speculation, many investors are now turning their attention to PNUT in anticipation of possible gains. PNUT: Trading Activities And Market Positioning The escalation of the trading volume of the meme coin courtesy of an Elon Musk social media post, however, increased by nearly 280% during the same 24-hour period making it approximately $5.75 billion. This upsurge in trading activity is indicative of the strong fervor and expectation level possessed by investors towards the token’s future performance. Subsequent to its recent debut on Binance, PNUT has garnered attention and is currently ranked as the third-largest memecoin on Solana, following established entities such as dogwifhat (WIF) and Bonk (BONK). Market analysts exhibit optimism regarding PNUT’s future prospects. Technical indications indicate a bullish trend, with forecasts suggesting a potential 300% gain in value in the forthcoming days. Should PNUT surpass its existing resistance level of $2.3, it could facilitate the attainment of elevated ambitions. Related Reading: Solana Rising: Key Metrics Hint At Serious Ethereum Competitor The Road Ahead Many investors want to find out if PNUT can keep its momentum and reach fresh highs. There is clear excitement about this memecoin; some estimate it may hit $6 immediately if it continues its increasing trend. All cryptocurrencies still naturally have volatility, though. Peanut the Squirrel’s rise reflects bitcoin’s rapid wealth swings. PNUT’s unique tale and solid sponsorships have drawn cryptocurrency newcomers and veterans. As the story progresses, PNUT’s ability to dominate the ever-changing digital asset market will be highlighted. Featured image from Pexels, chart from TradingView

Dogecoin (DOGE) continues to lead the crypto market with its 116% surge over the last week. The memecoin’s frenzy has outperformed most to 100 cryptocurrencies and even made DOGE’s price in South Korean exchanges briefly rise higher than global exchanges like Binance. Related Reading: Solana (SOL) Records 3-Year High As Price Hits $220, Is $260 Next? ‘Kimchi Premium’ Returns Amid Dogecoin Rally Trump’s victory sparked a massive crypto market rally, creating a craze around the leading memecoin Dogecoin. The token’s trading volume increased 157% in the last seven days, driving DOGE’s price from trading below the $0.20 mark to above the $0.40 range. This week, the Dogecoin frenzy arrived in South Korea, eclipsing a significant share of the Korean market. Web3 analyst Bradley Park highlighted that the memecoin had a remarkable $10.6 billion 24-hour trading volume on the Korean exchange Upbit. Based on CryptoQuant data, the analyst pointed out that Dogecoin was the local crypto exchange’s top-traded token, with 32.4% of the total volume as of Wednesday, surpassing Bitcoin (BTC). Moreover, on Tuesday, Dogecoin saw a spike in volume globally, reaching $22 billion in a single day. Upbit accounted for 20.7% of DOGE’s global trading volume, falling second to Binance’s 41.5% share. The memecoin’s spike in Korean demand sparked DOGE’s “Kimchi Premium” on Korean top crypto exchanges. “Kimchi Premium” refers to the price gap of a cryptocurrency between South Korean and global exchanges. On Tuesday, the DOGE/KRW trading pair on Upbit and Bithumb briefly surpassed the DOGE/USDT pair on Binance by 1.5%, recording the largest premium in three months. At the time of writing, Upbit’s DOGE/USDT trading pair is trading at $0.433, 1.6% above Binance’s $0.426 trading price. DOGE About To Reach The Moon? Dogecoin’s performance has sparked a bullish sentiment among investors. According to crypto analyst Kaleo, the memecoin is “in the process of making the massive impulse move to the new all-time Highs at the early stages of a new bull market that it is known for.” The analyst details that the cryptocurrency makes “swift moves with massive multiples” around 200 days after the Bitcoin Halving, with timing between previous ATHs and the beginning of each move having a “similar cadence.” Related Reading: Market ‘Pricing In A Higher Fair Value’ For Bitcoin As Price Discovery Continues The analyst noted that Dogecoin still has “a lot of room to run up” if history repeats itself. He explained that the last time DOGE moved up from its current levels, it surged 65% to above the $0.7 mark in 24 hours. Moreover, he highlighted that the last time the memecoin registered a breakout like this from its BTC pair, it had a remarkable 175% pump toward its previous ATH. Based on this, the analyst forecasted that the long-awaited $1 target for the memecoin will be reached soon. Dogecoin is trading at $0.42, a 9.7% and 114% surge in the daily and weekly timeframes. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com