Ethereum has surged to $4,300, its strongest rally against Bitcoin since 2021, sparking fresh debate over whether the next move is a blow-off top or a brief cooldown before liftoff. According to analyst VirtualBacon, the path ahead could see ETH price retesting its $4,850 all-time high before targeting $6,000–$7,000 by year-end, assuming Bitcoin advances toward …
The crypto market today is facing a pullback, with its total valuation falling 2.54% to $3.96 trillion. Meanwhile, the intraday trading volume has climbed 11.01% higher to $192.79 billion, hinting at growing activity despite the drop. That being said, Bitcoin’s dominance remains at 59.7%, while Ethereum is up a notch higher at 13.1%. Talking about …
There’s a lot of news circulating online with claims that banks across El Salvador are now launching XRP services, joining the country’s “crypto revolution.” XRP Supporters say this move would put Ripple’s token at the heart of Central American finance.. But is it happening, and what do official sources say? Let’s break down the evidence …
Social Network Zora has seen its native token, ZORA, record a massive rally following a spike in user activity and recent key integrations, leading some investors to suggest that momentum will continue. Related Reading: Ethereum Bullish Fundamentals Clash With Short-Term Leverage Risks ZORA Hits New Highs On Monday, the native token of the decentralized social network Zora jumped nearly 50% to hit a new all-time high (ATH) of $0.145. The platform allows users to make social media posts into tradable tokens by automatically minting them, with over 2.06 million tokens created since its launch, according to Dune data. In April, the team launched its native ZORA token, airdropping 10% of the supply to early users. The launch received a negative response due to concerns of an unfair allocation and potential centralization. As the price nosedived within hours, some users considered the airdrop was “the biggest disaster with Scroll and Zksync” and the “biggest SCAM in 2025 so far.” Despite the initial backlash, the token has seen a remarkable performance since July, surging 1,573% in the monthly timeframe to hit a market capitalization of $438.9 million. Notably, its ongoing rally has been driven by numerous factors, including crucial integrations and large holders increasing their balances. Since mid-July, users can mint their tokens using the Zora platform without leaving the Base App, making it more accessible and convenient for investors. Following the integration, Base overtook Solana in terms of tokens launched. Moreover, Binance announced the launch of the ZORA/USDT perpetual futures trading pair with up to 50x leverage on July 25, a week after the Base App integration. The news fueled the token’s rally to its previous high of $0.09 on July 27. New Leading Launchpad? As noted by Base’s lead developer, Jesse Pollak, Zora led in tokens created by launchpads on Base and Solana last month, accounting for more token launches than leading Solana platforms Pump.fun and LetsBonk. The massive momentum was momentarily halted by the start-of-August pullback, which saw ZORA drop 50% from the July highs. Nonetheless, the token and the platform have seen a significant recovery over the past week, with its price rallying 128% and token creation activity surging nearly 27% since August 4. On August 10, the platform saw the largest token issuance since July 31, according to Dune data, with 47,743 tokens from 21,052 unique creators, seemingly driving ZORA’s Monday price breakout. ‘Onchain Culture’ Gets Momentum A week before ZORA’s launch, Coinbase’s Layer-2 (L2) Network, Base, faced backlash over rug-pull allegations after it promoted an unofficial memecoin that crashed by over 90%. As reported by NewsBTC, Base’s official X account posted an image with the text “Base is for everyone” and a link to Zora with the caption “Coined it,” sparking a speculative frenzy among the crypto community. Base explained that they had posted on Zora because they believe everyone should bring content on-chain and use the tools that make it possible. “Memes. Moments. Culture. If we want the future to be onchain, we have to be willing to experiment in public. (…) We’re going to keep bringing culture onchain,” the Base team argued. Related Reading: Ethereum Surpasses MasterCard In Asset Rankings, Bullish Targets Set Following Zora’s recent rally, market watcher Ansem highlighted that “Zora is currently the newest thing with the most momentum,” suggesting that “innovation will happen on base/abstract/megaeth/lighter & others,” instead of on the Ethereum mainnet. Featured Image from Unsplash.com, Chart from TradingView.com
A higher-than-expected CPI could dampen Fed rate cut bets and weigh on risk assets, including bitcoin.
Stripe is developing a new blockchain called Tempo in partnership with crypto venture capital firm Paradigm. Designed as a high-speed, payments-focused Layer 1, Tempo is compatible with Ethereum’s programming language, making it easy to integrate with existing tools. Currently in stealth mode with a small team, the project aims to make cross-border payments faster, cheaper, and more efficient. …
Steak ‘n Shake attributed Bitcoin as a driver for its 11% quarter-on-quarter sales rise after adopting the cryptocurrency as a payment method in May.
The record inflow into Ethereum ETFs signals growing institutional confidence, potentially driving further mainstream adoption and price stability.
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Japan-listed firm Metaplanet has increased its Bitcoin holdings, purchasing 518 BTC for approximately $61.4 million at an average price of $118,519 per coin. Following this move, the company now holds a total of 18,113 BTC, worth around $1.85 billion, with an average purchase price of $101,911 per bitcoin. This latest acquisition underscores Metaplanet’s ongoing commitment to Bitcoin as a key asset in its treasury strategy.
This week’s rally has flipped the usual dynamic so far, with altcoin strength dragging BTC higher instead of the other way around.
BNB price is correcting gains from the $825 zone. The price is now facing hurdles near $815 and might aim for a fresh surge in the near term. BNB price is correcting gains and traded below the $815 support zone. The price is now trading above $800 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is a key contracting triangle forming with support at $804 on the hourly chart of the BNB/USD pair (data source from Binance). The pair must stay above the $792 level to start another increase in the near term. BNB Price Holds Support After a steady increase, BNB price failed to clear the $830 zone. There was a downside correction below the $820 and $815 levels, like Ethereum and Bitcoin. The price even dipped below $800 and tested $792. A low was formed at $792 and the price is now attempting a fresh increase. There was a move above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $827 swing high to the $792 low. The price is now trading above $810 and the 100-hourly simple moving average. There is also a key contracting triangle forming with support at $804 on the hourly chart of the BNB/USD pair. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $815 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $827 swing high to the $792 low. The next resistance sits near the $820 level. A clear move above the $820 zone could send the price higher. In the stated case, BNB price could test $832. A close above the $832 resistance might set the pace for a larger move toward the $840 resistance. Any more gains might call for a test of the $850 level in the near term. Another Decline? If BNB fails to clear the $815 resistance, it could start another decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $804 level. The next major support is near the $800 level. The main support sits at $792. If there is a downside break below the $792 support, the price could drop toward the $780 support. Any more losses could initiate a larger decline toward the $768 level. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for BNB/USD is gaining pace in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BNB/USD is currently above the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $804 and $792. Major Resistance Levels – $815 and $820.
Apple’s App Store dominance is once again under fire, this time from Elon Musk, who says his AI startup xAI is being sidelined in favor of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The billionaire claims Apple’s ranking practices unfairly block other AI apps from taking the top spot, a move he insists is a “clear antitrust violation.” The Spark …
The project was reportedly revealed after a job listing on the Blockchain Association's website inadvertently disclosed key details.
Wellness drinks maker Safety Shot made a bold shift into a memecoin treasury strategy, but shareholders were not impressed.
The firm now holds a total of 2,395 BTC ($284.8 million), maintaining its place in the top 25 public bitcoin treasury companies.
The Head of U.S. Business at 21Shares, Federico Brokate, revealed that the company’s XRP and Solana ETFs have crossed $1 billion in assets this year out of Europe. This reflects a strong community backup in 21Shares and significant investors’ interest. $1 Billion in XRP and Solana ETF in Europe 21Shares, a prominent issuer of crypto …
Bitcoin has seen a retrace back below the $120,000 level as data shows the Coinbase Premium Gap has dropped into the negative zone. Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap Has Plummeted Into The Red Region In a new post on X, CryptoQuant community analyst Maartunn has talked about the latest trend in the Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap. This indicator measures the difference between the BTC price listed on Coinbase (USD pair) and that on Binance (USDT pair). The former cryptocurrency exchange is popularly used by American investors, especially the large institutional entities, while the latter is the destination of the global investors. As such, the Coinbase Premium Gap tells us about how the buying or selling behaviors differ between US-based and foreign whales. Related Reading: Bitcoin-Money Supply Link Is A Myth, Glassnode Researcher Reveals When the metric has a positive value, it means the cryptocurrency is going for a higher price on Coinbase than Binance. Such a trend suggests the users of the former are applying a higher buying pressure or lower selling pressure as compared to the traders of the latter. On the other hand, the indicator registering a negative value implies the American investors may be selling more relative to global investors, which has brought the price on Coinbase lower than on Binance. Now, here is a chart that shows the trend in the Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap over the past day: As displayed in the above graph, the Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap was above the zero mark when BTC’s recovery run to the $122,000 level occurred, indicating that US-based whales were buying and helping fuel the surge. While BTC was at its high, however, the indicator’s value saw a sharp reversal and plunged into the negative zone. What has followed these red levels in the metric is a retrace for the coin to prices below $120,000. Thus, it seems the trend in the Coinbase Premium Gap foreshadowed the price action. This pattern is something that has been witnessed a lot since the start of 2024, as American institutional entities have been in the driving seat. Given the price action of the past day, it seems the influence of these investors remains strong, so the Bitcoin Coinbase Premium Gap could be worth keeping an eye on, as where it will go next may also carry hints about the cryptocurrency’s future trajectory. Related Reading: This XRP Signal Consistently Foreshadows Price Jumps: Analytics Firm In some other news, address generation on the BTC network has reached its highest level in a year, as analyst Ali Martinez has pointed out in an X post. From the chart, it’s apparent that the daily total number of new addresses on the Bitcoin blockchain has spiked to a high of 364,126. BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $119,300, up around 5% over the past week. Featured image from Dall-E, Glassnode.com, CryptoQuant.com, chart from TradingView.com
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Ether short-term holders are ramping up their profit-taking as the price of ETH has climbed 43% in the past month.
After more than five years of legal battles, the high-profile Ripple vs SEC case has officially come to an end. The parties have filed a Joint Dismissal of the Appeals, signaling the closure of one of the most discussed cases in the crypto industry. A Long Chapter Ends The lawsuit, which began in late 2020, …
Memecoin slides sharply on high-volume distribution before consolidating near key support levels.
XRP price is correcting gains below the $3.25 zone. The price is consolidating and might dip below the $3.080 support zone in the near term. XRP price is struggling to settle above the $3.250 zone. The price is now trading below $3.250 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a key contracting triangle with support at $3.20 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair could start another increase if it stays above the $3.080 zone. XRP Price Approaches Key Support XRP price formed a base above the $2.920 level and started a fresh increase, like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The price gained pace for a move above the $3.20 and $3.25 resistance levels. The bulls pumped the price above the $3.320 level before the bears appeared. A high was formed at $3.380 and the price is now correcting gains. There was a move below the $3.250 level. The price dipped below 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.90 swing low to the $3.380 high. Besides, there was a break below a key contracting triangle with support at $3.20 on the hourly chart of the XRP/USD pair. The price is now trading below $3.220 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price might face resistance near the $3.20 level. The first major resistance is near the $3.220 level. A clear move above the $3.220 resistance might send the price toward the $3.2650 resistance. Any more gains might send the price toward the $3.320 resistance or even $3.350 in the near term. The next major hurdle for the bulls might be near the $3.450 zone. More Losses? If XRP fails to clear the $3.220 resistance zone, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3.120 level. The next major support is near the $3.080 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $2.90 swing low to the $3.380 high. If there is a downside break and a close below the $3.080 level, the price might continue to decline toward the $3.020 support. The next major support sits near the $3.00 zone where the bulls might take a stand. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for XRP/USD is now gaining pace in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for XRP/USD is now below the 50 level. Major Support Levels – $3.120 and $3.080. Major Resistance Levels – $3.220 and $3.2650.
Token retreats from early highs as institutional selling emerges, with volumes remaining elevated after Ripple-SEC legal resolution.
FTX customers say their class complaint against Fenwick & West needs updating with new details from Sam Bankman-Fried’s trial and FTX’s bankruptcy case.
On Monday, the total crypto market capitalization (TOTAL) reached an all-time high (ATH) of $4.03 trillion, driven by significant gains in leading cryptocurrencies Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), reflecting renewed optimism in the crypto space fueled by favorable regulatory developments from the US. Pro-Crypto Regulations Fuel Market Optimism Ethereum notably broke through the $4,000 barrier for the first time in almost nine months, closing the gap to its all-time high of $4,878, now just 13% away. This upward momentum has been attributed to growing interest in cryptocurrencies, bolstered by pro-crypto regulatory measures that have enhanced market sentiment. Related Reading: BlackRock Addresses Burning XRP ETF Question: Is A Filing Coming Or Not? Notably, the US has spearheaded a new wave of pro-crypto regulations, sparking a surge in investment in the digital asset market with the passage and signing of the first crypto bill, the GENIUS Act. This new legislation aims to create a more favorable regulatory framework for stablecoins, which are dollar-pegged cryptocurrencies. Ethereum plays a key role in the stablecoin market, as a large portion of stablecoin activity occurs on its blockchain. In contrast, Bitcoin approached its current record high of $123,000 earlier in the day but ultimately fell short of the critical $120,000 mark, which is seen as essential for entering a new price discovery phase. Despite this, the overall market sentiment remains buoyant, particularly in light of recent executive orders from President Donald Trump aimed at fostering a more favorable environment for digital assets. Ethereum Could Hit $8,000 On Thursday, Trump issued directives calling for a reevaluation of federal guidance on integrating cryptocurrencies into employer-sponsored retirement plans like 401(k)s. Analysts view this shift as a potential boom for the crypto industry, especially considering that 401(k) assets totaled $8.7 trillion in the first quarter of 2025, according to the Investment Company Institute. As such, Ethereum has outperformed many of its peers among the top ten cryptocurrencies, posting gains of just over 13% in the past week. The only token to surpass this growth has been Cronos (CRO), which saw an 18% rally during the same period. Related Reading: AI Models Predict Ethereum Cycle Top At $15,000: Analyst Crypto analyst Doctor Profit has weighed in on Ethereum’s performance, suggesting that breaking the $4,000 barrier signals a massive breakout from an ascending triangle pattern on the monthly chart. This pattern is considered bullish, indicating that Ethereum could continue its upward trajectory in the coming months. In a recent analysis shared on X (formerly Twitter), Doctor Profit projected that Ethereum might reach new heights, potentially hitting $8,000. If this forecast holds true, it would represent an impressive 88% increase from ETH’s current trading price of $4,250 as of late Monday. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Bitcoin has continued its upward momentum over the past week, reclaiming price levels close to its all-time high. At the time of writing, the cryptocurrency is trading above $120,000, only a short distance from the record of more than $123,000. Over the last seven days, the asset has posted a gain of approximately 5.1%, placing it among the stronger performers in the digital asset market. Amid the price movement, on-chain data from the TRON network’s USDT transfers is offering insights into current market behavior. CryptoQuant contributor Amr Taha analyzed TRC-20 USDT transaction flows and identified patterns that may serve as potential indicators of Bitcoin price shifts. By categorizing transactions into six size groups, ranging from retail trades of $100 to large “super whale” transfers exceeding $10 million, the analysis aims to distinguish between everyday market activity and institutional-scale transactions. Related Reading: Bitcoin Bull Run At Risk? Binance Whale-To-Exchange Flow Signals Price Correction Large USDT Transfers as a Market Signal Taha’s research notes that when transactions exceeding $10 million in USDT on the TRON network surpass $5 billion in a single day, this often coincides with significant profit-taking in Bitcoin. Such activity typically involves converting BTC into USDT, followed by transferring the stablecoins to private wallets, reducing buying pressure in the spot market. Past examples include July 16, when $10M+ USDT transfers reached $5.2 billion, followed by a 4.5% decline in BTC, and July 23, when $5.8 billion in similar transfers preceded a 3.8% drop within 48 hours. Current data, however, shows a lack of such large-scale transactions, suggesting that major holders are not actively selling into stablecoins at present. This absence of substantial whale outflows may indicate that large investors are maintaining positions rather than exiting the market. Bitcoin Shifting Market Participation and Potential Breakout Scenarios A separate analysis from CryptoQuant’s ShayanMarkets examined the average executed order size in Bitcoin futures markets, providing another perspective on participation trends. This metric, which divides total traded volume by the number of executed orders, helps identify whether activity is being driven by retail participants or larger, institutional traders. Data from late 2024 and early 2025 showed periods of whale dominance, which coincided with strong rallies. In contrast, recent weeks have seen a rise in smaller, retail-sized orders, while whale-driven trades have diminished. This shift suggests that large-scale buyers may be holding positions acquired at lower price levels or waiting for new market conditions before re-entering with significant volume. Related Reading: Bitcoin Futures Bias Turns Neutral As OI Net Position Hits Zero – Details Historically, extended whale dominance near market highs has often been associated with distribution phases, where large holders take profits. The current absence of such behavior leaves open the possibility of a bullish breakout above Bitcoin’s previous all-time high, provided that renewed selling pressure from large investors does not emerge in the near term. Featured image created with DALL-E, Chart from TradingView
The legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken yet another twist, and this time, it’s not about price charts but about legal procedure. A few days ago, reports surfaced claiming that SEC Gov v. Ripple was officially over after both parties filed a Joint Dismissal of the Appeals. …
Ethereum price found support near the $3,950 zone and started a fresh surge. ETH is rising and might soon aim for a move above the $4,320 zone. Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,880 and $4,150 levels. The price is trading above $4,100 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $4,250 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $4,150 zone in the near term. Ethereum Price Eyes Fresh Surge Ethereum price started a fresh increase from the $3,950 support zone, beating Bitcoin. ETH price was able to recover above the $4,000 and $4,250 resistance levels. The bulls even pushed the price above the $4,300 resistance zone. Finally, the price tested the $4,360 resistance zone. A high was formed at $4,362 and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $3,545 swing low to the $4,362 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $4,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a bullish trend line forming with support at $4,250 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $4,320 level. The next key resistance is near the $4,350 level. The first major resistance is near the $4,400 level. A clear move above the $4,400 resistance might send the price toward the $4,500 resistance. An upside break above the $4,500 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $4,550 resistance zone or even $4,650 in the near term. Are Dips Limited In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $4,320 resistance, it could start a downside correction. Initial support on the downside is near the $4,250 level. The first major support sits near the $4,200 zone. A clear move below the $4,200 support might push the price toward the $4,120 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $4,050 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $4,000. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $4,150 Major Resistance Level – $4,320
Federico Carrone, a privacy-focused Ethereum core developer, confirmed that he has been released after being accused by Turkish authorities of aiding the “misuse” of an Ethereum privacy protocol.
The Trump family’s crypto venture, World Liberty Financial, recently announced a plan to raise $1.5 billion through a partnership with ALT5 Sigma Corporation, a publicly listed company in the US. According to a report by Fortune, the funds will be utilized for the acquisition of WLFI, the native token of World Liberty Financial. ALT5 Sigma revealed that it intends to sell a combination of 200 million new and existing shares, directing the proceeds toward this purchase. Trump Family Ventures Deeper Into Crypto This initiative is part of a broader strategy by the Trump family to leverage the growing trend of utilizing publicly traded or blank-check companies to provide investors with greater access to cryptocurrencies. This approach gained traction thanks to figures like Michael Saylor, who transformed Strategy (previously MicroStrategy) into a cryptocurrency powerhouse by adding substantial amounts of Bitcoin (BTC) to its balance sheet. Related Reading: XRP Price Could Explode To $3.8 Amid Trend Continuation The landscape has since seen a surge of similar ventures. Beyond Bitcoin, various treasury companies have emerged for cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum (ETH), Sui (SUI), Binance Coin (BNB) and Ethena (ENA) each promoting their stocks as a means for traditional investors to engage with the crypto market. As part of this expansion, Zach Witkoff, the CEO of World Liberty and son of prominent businessman Steve Witkoff, will take on the role of chairman at ALT5 Sigma. Eric Trump, another son of President Donald Trump and co-founder of World Liberty, will join the board, alongside Zak Folkman, the company’s chief operating officer (COO), who will serve as a board observer. World Liberty Financial To Make Tokens Tradable This move marks the latest chapter in the Trump family’s growing involvement in cryptocurrency. In addition to World Liberty’s initiatives, Donald and Melania Trump launched their own memecoins, TRUMP and MELANIA, earlier this year. Meanwhile, Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. have backed World Liberty Financial and established a Bitcoin mining operation under American Bitcoin in partnership with Hut 8. Related Reading: AI Models Predict Ethereum Cycle Top At $15,000: Analyst Furthermore, Trump Media and Technology Group (TMTG), which oversees the social media platform Truth Social, has shifted its focus toward crypto investments, recently adding $2 billion worth of Bitcoin to its balance sheet. Additionally, the holders of the WLFI token have voted overwhelmingly in favor of making their tokens tradable, a decision that could significantly influence their market value and the financial interests of the Trump family. The proposal to initiate tradability garnered an impressive 99.94% approval from approximately 20,900 votes cast. WLFI Holders expressed their motivations for supporting this move, citing anticipated price increases and a desire to align their investments with their support for Trump. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com