Cryptoinsightuk analyst Will Taylor says Monero’s multi-year structure could support a move toward the $1,000 area and potentially as high as $1,160 if the current weekly trend holds. Taylor shared a weekly XMR chart on X and tied the setup to a broader thesis around privacy coins, arguing that Monero’s market structure has continued to improve despite the regulatory and exchange pressure facing privacy-focused assets. “Looking to see if this trend continues or not. Structural higher lows and higher highs, with volatility of the upside moves increasing. I’m thinking a TP below / around the psychological level of $1,000,” Taylor wrote. He added that the more aggressive target sits above that level. “We still have today to confirm on the weekly of course, but just an idea. There is also an argument for the $1,160 region that would align with the 2.618 fib level.” The Thesis Behind Monero The chart shows Monero trading near $388 against USDT on KuCoin. The projected move toward the $1,160 area would imply a gain of around 200% from the highlighted region, according to the chart’s measurement. Taylor’s market-cap chart also shows XMR around $7.15 billion, with Fibonacci extension levels mapped above the current range. Related Reading: Monero Triggers Retail Alert That Preceded ZEC And DASH Drops As Privacy Coin Hype Returns Taylor’s thesis is not based only on near-term price structure. In a longer note from The Weekly Insight, he framed Monero as a bet on the persistence of crypto privacy demand, even as regulators and exchanges have moved against privacy tokens. “The next token I want to look at is XMR (Monero). There’s been an international push to essentially halt privacy tokens like Monero, Dash, and others, due to their ability to make transactions difficult, if not impossible, to trace. I’d like to remind everyone that this was the original vision for crypto—an anonymous, decentralized financial system.” That framing is central to his argument. For Taylor, delistings and regulatory scrutiny do not eliminate the market for privacy assets; they may instead sharpen the divide between assets optimized for compliance visibility and assets built around transaction confidentiality. “Although privacy tokens are being delisted from exchanges, there is still a valid market for them, regardless of how large that market may be. Many people, myself included, value privacy and believe that it will continue to play a significant role in the future of crypto.” Related Reading: Monero (XMR) Rockets 51% To New ATH, But Watch Out For FOMO Taylor also focused on market capitalization rather than price alone, noting that Monero’s current market cap is around $6 billion in his analysis. He said Fibonacci extensions suggest the asset’s valuation could rise materially if the setup develops as expected. “Using Fibonacci extensions, we could see its market cap rise to $35 billion,” he wrote. “Since it has been delisted from many exchanges recently, it’s important to consider market cap as a key factor.” Taylor described Monero’s history as a major expansion from early lows followed by years of consolidation or accumulation, which he sees as a possible base for a larger upside move. “This, to me, suggests that we could see explosive price action to the upside in the future. I believe the narrative for privacy tokens is strong and growing, especially as mainstream adoption increases and surveillance in the crypto space tightens. Privacy is likely to become a critical part of the market in the years to come.” At press time, XMR traded at $387.97. Featured image created with DALL.E, chart from TradingView.com
The privacy-focused cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) is once again in the spotlight after reaching new record highs, even as governments tighten oversight of digital assets. Related Reading: Dogecoin Bulls Don’t Celebrate Too Early: This Level Still Must Fall XMR recently surged past $700, marking its highest price to date and placing it among the top 15 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. The rally reflects a broader shift in market behavior, where demand for financial privacy is rising alongside stricter regulatory frameworks across major economies. Currently, XMR is trading near $715, up more than 55% over the past week. Trading activity has picked up sharply, with both spot and futures markets showing elevated volume as traders position around the breakout. XMR's price trends to the upside on the daily chart. Source: XMRUSD on Tradingview Regulatory Pressure Fuels Privacy Demand The latest move comes as regulators in Europe and other regions prepare new rules targeting anonymous crypto transactions. The European Union is expected to ban privacy coins and anonymous accounts by 2027, alongside tighter Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements. Instead of discouraging interest, these measures appear to be driving users toward assets with built-in privacy features. Monero, which utilizes stealth addresses and ring signatures to conceal transaction details, has become a primary choice for users seeking financial confidentiality. Market data indicate that the privacy coin sector has performed well since the broader crypto market downturn in October. While some rivals, such as Zcash, experienced sharp volatility linked to internal governance issues, XMR has absorbed much of the rotation in capital from traders seeking exposure to privacy assets. Leverage And Technical Signals Raise Short-Term Risks Alongside strong spot demand, derivatives activity has increased rapidly. Futures volume has shown repeated “overheating” patterns, suggesting that leverage is chasing price rather than building from long-term accumulation zones. In past Monero cycles, similar conditions often led to sharp swings once momentum slowed. Technically, Monero remains in an uptrend, holding above former resistance in the $500–$520 range, which has now flipped into support. The price continues to form higher highs and higher lows, confirming the broader bullish structure. However, momentum indicators are stretched. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) has climbed into the mid-80s, a level that historically precedes either sideways consolidation or short-term pullbacks. Bollinger Bands are also widening, with price pressing against the upper band, a sign of elevated volatility. Key Monero (XMR) Levels to Watch Going Forward The $715–$717 area remains a major psychological and technical barrier. A sustained break above that zone could open the door toward the $730–$740 range, based on Fibonacci extension levels. On the downside, traders are watching the $650–$620 zone as a potential support area if leverage unwinds. Deeper corrections could test trend support if liquidations accelerate, though the broader structure would remain intact as long as higher lows are preserved. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s New Power Buyers: Companies Bought 3 Times What Miners Produced With increasing regulatory scrutiny and a steady demand for privacy tools, Monero continues to attract attention. While short-term volatility is likely, the asset’s role as a leading privacy coin remains central to its current market position. Cover image from ChatGPT, XMRUSD chart from Tradingview
Monero (XMR) is back under heavy pressure as the market-wide correction deepens, with the privacy-focused cryptocurrency dropping 8% in the past 24 hours to trade at $375. Related Reading: Famous Trader Bets $27 Million That The XRP Price Will Crash This decline marks the fourth consecutive day of losses, erasing last week’s recovery and signaling a shift in sentiment as traders increasingly position for a deeper pullback. XMR's price records strong losses on the daily chart. Source: XMRUSD on Tradingview Monero (XMR)’s Selling Pressure Builds Further Fresh derivatives data reflect rising bearish conviction. According to CoinGlass, Monero’s futures Open Interest has fallen over the last 24 hours, while short positions now account for more than 55% of all trades. The drop in OI, now hovering around $78 million, suggests traders are withdrawing capital as fear of further downside builds. Technical indicators support this shift. The RSI has slipped below the midline, showing weakening momentum, while the MACD indicator has flashed a fresh sell signal. Together, these point toward deteriorating buying interest and a growing risk that XMR may not hold its current support levels. Support Threatened as Analysts Eye Breakdown Toward $350 Despite XMR maintaining an overall bullish structure on higher timeframes in recent months, the short-term outlook has flipped decisively bearish. The price is now testing key support zones, with the 50-day EMA at $348 emerging as the next major level to watch. A close below $358, which aligns with the neckline of a double-top pattern, would confirm a bearish breakdown, potentially accelerating losses toward the low-$300 region. Analysts warn that this scenario becomes more likely if market demand continues to weaken, particularly as retail traders rotate into alternative opportunities and risk sentiment remains fragile. Still, not all indicators point south. Analysts note that as long as XMR holds above $373, there remains potential for an intraday rebound toward the $400–$410 resistance range. But with the price already slipping below that threshold, bulls may face an uphill battle to reassert control. Privacy Narrative Remains Strong, but Momentum Falters Despite the near-term weakness, Monero continues to benefit from growing interest in privacy-preserving technologies. Recent upgrades, such as the Fluorine Fermi hard fork, have strengthened network security and improved resistance against surveillance-based threats. Long-term forecasts remain cautiously optimistic, with projections suggesting steady, though moderate, growth through 2030 and beyond. Related Reading: Analyst Says You’re Looking At XRP The Wrong Way, Here’s What It Actually Does For now, however, XMR remains vulnerable. Unless buyers step in to defend the $350–$360 support zone, analysts warn that the correction could deepen further before any meaningful recovery takes shape. Cover image from ChatGPT, XMRUSD chart from Tradingview
Privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, such as Monero, are roaring back, with the total market capitalization of these coins surpassing the $62 billion mark for the first time since 2021. Related Reading: Rare Chart Formation That Led To An 87% XRP Price Crash Has Resurfaced Leading the charge are Dash (DASH) and Zcash (ZEC), which have soared 75% and 21%, respectively, in the past 24 hours, according to CoinGecko. Their weekly gains of over 200% for Dash and 45% for Zcash reflect the sector’s renewed momentum even as Bitcoin slipped below $105,000. Data from Artemis reveals that privacy coins have outperformed the broader crypto market, delivering nearly 80% monthly returns, while Bitcoin and Ethereum struggled amid a broader market correction. Analysts attribute this surge to a rising preference for transactional anonymity and self-custody. XMR's price trends upwards with small losses on the daily chart. Source: XMRUSD on Tradingview Monero (XMR) Poised for Breakout With Dash and Zcash dominating headlines, attention is now shifting to Monero (XMR), which has long been regarded as the gold standard for privacy in the crypto space. Monero rebounded from its $339 support level, triggering buy orders and renewed interest from both retail traders and privacy advocates. Currently priced around $346.56, XMR is up 1.48% daily with trading volume surging 38% to $230.96 million, signaling strong buyer conviction. Technical indicators paint a cautiously bullish picture: the RSI at 59.7 suggests healthy momentum, while a positive MACD histogram (+1.53) supports a potential move toward the $361 resistance level. Analysts warn, however, that a break below $339 could expose the coin to downside risk near $320. Sustained volume above $226 million is seen as key to validating any breakout attempt. The Return of Privacy in Crypto The revival of privacy coins signals a deeper narrative shift within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. As compliance frameworks become stricter, investors appear to be rediscovering the core ethos of decentralization and privacy. Monero’s stability in network essentials, such as rising hashrate and shielded transaction adoption, cements its position as a frontrunner in this comeback story. Industry analysts suggest that if current momentum continues, Monero could reclaim its dominance and push the privacy sector’s valuation even higher. Related Reading: From Greed To Terror: Bitcoin’s Fall Below $104K Sparks Extreme Fear In a market dominated by regulation and surveillance, privacy coins like Monero, Zcash, and Dash are demonstrating that financial anonymity remains a need in the blockchain future. Cover image from ChatGPT, XMRUSD chart from Tradingview