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Dogecoin Needs to Close Above This Level for More Upside: Analyst

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With Dogecoin at the upper boundary of an ascending triangle, an analyst gives a price mark the meme coin needs to hold to confirm a breakout.

In an analysis today, market commentator Rekt Capital has suggested that meme coins could be up for a bullish upswing. His commentary, which featured the sector’s alpha Dogecoin, speculated “another round of money flow” for meme-inspired tokens.

However, Rekt Capital insisted that Dogecoin (DOGE) would have to validate the bullish pattern. The analyst stated that a daily close above the pattern top at $0.43 would confirm what he believes is a breakout from the prevalent ascending triangle structure.

Dogecoin to Target New All-Time High

Meanwhile, analyst Javon Marks confirmed the presiding bullish momentum on the Dogecoin ecosystem. In a Friday tweet, he asserted that Dogecoin is up for another round of price upswing.

His commentary affirms that the largest meme coin by market cap targets a 63% surge past its current all-time high to new price discoveries. Notably, the analyst based his assertions on a scintillating historical Dogecoin uptrend pattern.

In an accompanying chart, Marks shows a similar pattern in 2017 and 2021 before Dogecoin broke its all-time highs. Each cyclical pattern featured a breakout, a range, and a surge to a new all-time high.

Dogecoin Analysis per Javon Marks

With Dogecoin breaking out in 2023, consolidating from its former yearly high of $0.22888 in March, and pushing past the peak early this month, a new all-time high remains for the meme coin. Considering the percentage surge from the previous cycles, Marks speculated that a 63% surge to above $0.73905 remains on the card for DOGE.

Furthermore, Javos Marks emphasized that Dogecoin would see more uptrends after the 63% surge. He implied that after consolidating from the ATH breach, the meme coin will enter another “significant cyclical bull move.”

Dogecoin Set for Another Launch

Meanwhile, analyst Jake Wujastyk suggests that Dogecoin is preparing for an imminent price uptick. Citing his self-made Volume Shelf indicator, the commentator tweeted today that Dogecoin could gain substantially.

Notably, Dogecoin’s trading volume is up 94% in the past 24 hours to $8.12 billion, signaling growing interest in the token. Its volume trumps those of notable assets like Solana, Cardano, and BNB.

At press time, Dogecoin trades at $0.4333, up 7% in the past 24 hours. The leading meme coin remains on track to reach the $1 target an analyst speculated by year-end.

BitBoy Says Ethereum Can Run But Cannot Hide from XRP

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Popular media personality Ben Armstrong (BitBoy) has commented on the recent achievement of XRP, in which the asset has moved an inch closer to Ethereum.

In a tweet on Friday, Armstrong reiterated his long-held belief that XRP will overtake Ethereum in market cap during this bull run. This latest disclosure comes as XRP now ranks as the fifth-largest crypto asset by market cap, surpassing Binance Coin (BNB).

The flip occurred yesterday when XRP reached the $1.70 price point, elevating its market cap to $97 billion and allowing it to surpass BNB. Meanwhile, the gap between XRP and BNB has continued to widen as XRP’s price has advanced even further.

XRP has now reached a new three-year high of $1.94. At this price, XRP boasts a market cap of over $110 billion, bringing it closer to Solana (SOL).

Solana currently has a market cap of $117 billion, leading XRP by $7 billion. However, XRP could surpass Solana in market valuation if its price reaches $2.10, especially if SOL’s price fails to move proportionally. This would put XRP just behind Ethereum (ETH), the altcoin leader.

Ethereum Cannot Hide from XRP

Amid the impressive movements, market commentators like Armstrong reiterate that XRP will overtake Ethereum this season. “ETH, you can run, but you can’t hide [from XRP],” BitBoy remarked.

Notably, Ethereum is currently trading at $3,704, giving it a market cap of $445.16 billion. With XRP’s market cap at $110 billion, its price would need to increase fourfold to approach Ethereum’s valuation.

While this goal seems ambitious, XRP has demonstrated spectacular price increases of similar magnitude recently. Just on November 4, XRP was trading at $0.4968, but it has since surged by 291% to $1.94. During the same period, Ethereum’s value has grown by only 40%.

If XRP continues its remarkable price surge and Ethereum’s growth remains modest, it could set the stage for the flip. 

XRP Price When It Attains Ethereum Market Cap

Notably, if XRP approaches Ethereum’s current valuation, it would correspond to a price of around $8, an estimate many analysts believe XRP could reach during this bull season.

However, critics are skeptical about the possibility of XRP overtaking Ethereum in market cap. They argue that it is an overly ambitious goal for XRP this season, with some predicting that XRP’s bull run could lose steam between the $3 to $5 price range.

Nevertheless, those who believe XRP could reach double-digit prices remain confident that the flip will happen.

Market Expert Lark Davis Says Cardano is Going to $10 This Cycle

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An analyst has insisted that the 213% Cardano monthly surge is only a glimpse of his ultimate price target for the ninth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.

Cardano has been one of the best-performing high-caliber assets. The asset has pulled an over twofold monthly gain, with its market cap closing down on eighth-placed USDC.

Amidst Cardano’s near-perfect outing, notable crypto pundit Lark Davis has speculated further upsides for the asset. In a recent commentary, he asserted that the “Ethereum killer” would attain $10 this bull cycle.

Pundit Predicts an 800% Cardano Push to $10

Davis insists it is not too late to stack Cardano despite the recent price upsurge. He made this claim on the basis that the altcoin has further unprecedented price territories to conquer in the ongoing bull cycle.

The pundit emphasized that Cardano is getting a strong macroeconomic boost as the hype around the ecosystem has surged substantially. Per the commentary, the growing attention provides an avenue for Cardano to “run real hard, real fast.”

Meanwhile, Davis speculated that the continuation of this bullish upsurge would push Cardano to around its all-time high of $3.16. From there, ADA would target a 332% surge to the 1.618 Fibonacci level at $4.80.

The analyst expects more upsides from there, aiming for an uptick to the 2.618 Fibonacci level at $7.70. Finally, he sees a “realistic” push to the 3.618 Fibonacci level at $10.

Pundit Cites Market Dominance Correlation

Notably, Davis mentioned that Cardano had a 4% market dominance in the previous cycle. The analyst stated that, at the current market valuation, Cardano’s market cap would surge 10x to around $370 billion to attain this dominance level.

Essentially, the tenfold market cap boost would also translate to its price, pushing Cardano to above $10. With the commentary, Davis stated that his Fibonacci price level prediction aligns with Cardano’s market cap expectations.

Meanwhile, other analysts have also predicted that Cardano would trade at $10. For context, Dan Gambardello speculated that ADA would surge to a price between $5 and $10 after consolidating above the $1 price mark.

Cardano On the Move?

Meanwhile, on-chain activities suggest Cardano is ready for its next leg up. Data from CoinMarketCap shows that Cardano has flipped Binance Coin (BNB) in 24-hour trading volume, signaling surging interest among market participants towards the asset.

Cardano Flips BNB in 24-hour Volume

Furthermore, analyst Jake Wujastyk speculated that Cardano is ready for another upward launch. In a tweet today, he shared a chart suggesting Cardano is up for an impressive day, citing the “volume shelf” indicator.

In the meantime, Cardano trades at $1.11, up over 3% in the past 24 hours.

Shiba Inu Team Completes an Emergency Security Upgrade on Shibarium Bridge

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The team behind the Shiba Inu ecosystem has completed an emergency security upgrade on Shibarium Bridge.  

Kaal Dhairya, a top developer of the Shiba Inu ecosystem, shared the development today. According to him, the team completed security maintenance on Shibarium Bridge, and the service is now fully operational. 

Shibarium Bridge Undergoes Emergency Security Upgrade 

This announcement comes five hours after he announced a critical security upgrade for Shibarium Bridge, which put the service in temporary maintenance mode. At the time, Dhairya assured Shiba Inu community members that their funds were safe during the maintenance. 

Amid the maintenance, Dhairya noted that the team temporarily halted the Shibarium burn mechanism until the issue was fully resolved. Nonetheless, he specified that the number of tokens intended for incineration would continue to accumulate and would be incinerated after the upgrade was complete. 

A few hours after the notice, the Shiba Inu top developer disclosed that the maintenance on the Shibarium Bridge had been successfully completed. He commended the team for the swift upgrade. 

While Shibarium Bridge’s maintenance is complete, Dhairya said the team is working on enhancing the network’s burn contracts. He said this upgrade would continue throughout the weekend and into the following week. 

Shibarium Bridge Botched Launch and Upgrade 

It is worth mentioning that Shibarium Bridge has witnessed significant upgrades since its relaunch on August 28, 2023. The service was initially slated for launch on August 16, 2023. 

However, it encountered software bugs, trapping millions of dollars on the network for nearly two weeks. After fixing the bugs, the team relaunched the bridge on the mainnet, allowing users to bridge their assets between Ethereum and Shibarium. 

While the withdrawal time for LEASH, SHIB, and WETH took between 45 minutes and 3 hours, BONE withdrawal took up to seven days. The team conducted a major upgrade earlier this year to resolve this issue, reducing the BONE transfer time to 45 minutes. 

Current Shibarium Stats 

In the meantime, Shibarium has witnessed a daily transaction count of over 4 million since November 1. With 4.81 million transactions recorded yesterday, the network now boasts a total count of 583,828,058 (583.82 million) transactions.

Additionally, over 1.99 million blockchain addresses have interacted with Shibarium since its launch, with 8.15 million blocks processed so far. 

Shiba Inu Team Confirms Over 300M SHIB Burned by Shibarium Burn Portal Amid Concerns

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The Shiba Inu ecosystem team has confirmed that the Shibarium burn portal remains operational months after launch despite community concerns.

Notably, concerns emerged after some community members questioned the functionality of the burn portal, known as Shib Torch, which launched in August 2024. 

In response, Kaal Dhairya, one of Shibarium’s developers, clarified the situation, confirming that the platform has already burned over 300 million SHIB tokens months after its introduction.

The concerns began when Emrys, a member of the community, raised questions on X. He pointed out the lack of updates about the auto-burn feature, initially promised for January 2023. 

His inquiry was directed at Shiba Inu lead developer Shytoshi Kusama, who responded tersely. This response triggered frustration, with Emrys accusing the ecosystem leadership of misleading the community about the project’s plans.  

Amid the heated exchange, Dhairya stepped in to address the concerns. He confirmed that the Shib Torch platform had been operational for months and had successfully burned hundreds of millions of SHIB tokens. 

In fact, Dhairya mentioned burning over 80 million SHIB recently and emphasized the presence of a “cool animation” at the end of each burn.  

Community Questions and Developer Clarifications  

While Dhairya’s remarks addressed some concerns, they also led to additional questions about the burn process, especially with his disclosure of cheaper Shibarium burns.

Another community member expressed curiosity about the mechanism, noting that SHIB, being native to Ethereum, must be sent to a dead wallet on the Ethereum network to effectively reduce its circulating supply. He wondered how Shibarium’s burn portal could achieve this more efficiently.  

Dhairya clarified that while the current burns still occur on Ethereum, the team is exploring ways to make the process more efficient. 

He noted that the Shib Torch platform will undergo an upcoming maintenance which would introduce an enhanced burning mechanism. Dhairya also hinted at the potential use of CCIP (Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol) to improve the system further.  

Real-Time Shiba Inu Burn Data

Despite the concerns, data from Shib Torch supports Dhairya’s statements. Since its launch three months ago, the platform has burned over 361.9 million SHIB tokens. Although the platform is currently under maintenance, data confirms that burns continue to occur in the background.  

Shib Torch
Shib Torch

The Shiba Inu team appears committed to refining the burn system, with plans to integrate more efficient mechanisms within Shibarium itself. This aligns with the goal of reducing SHIB’s circulating supply and bolstering its long-term value. 

Expert Says Shiba Inu in Accumulation Phase, Targets Breakout to $0.000037

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A notable enthusiast and market analyst has predicted an imminent price breakout for Shiba Inu as the token accumulates at higher levels.

In an analysis on November 29, SHIB Knight insisted that Shiba Inu has been consolidating for some time now. This accumulation phase has ensured it has lagged other top assets in market performance.

For context, Shiba Inu’s market cap ranking has dropped three places, mainly due to the remarkable gains of assets like Avalanche (AVAX), Toncoin (TON), and Stellar (XLM). These gains have outpaced Shiba Inu’s performance, pushing the meme coin down from its earlier 11th position.

However, SHIB Knight argued that the accumulation was perfect. He implied that high-level consolidation in this manner precedes an explosive outbreak to price discoveries.

Analyst Speculates a 42.6% to $0.000037

SHIB Knight predicted that the second-largest meme coin by market cap targets a breakout from the accumulation zone. His commentary suggests that Shiba Inu’s next uptrend after the breakout would be a 42.6% surge to $0.000037.

Meanwhile, another analyst is observing the imminent Shiba Inu breakout. Market commentator Nebraskangooner stated he is monitoring a likely breach in Shiba Inu’s symmetrical triangle range.

The commentator shares a SHIB/USDT 1D chart in a Friday tweet showing that the leading meme coin is on the verge of a breakout. He expects a breakout from the price channel to spur Shiba Inu to higher prices.

Shiba Inu Symmetrical Triangle Breakout

Nonetheless, Shiba Inu closed above the symmetrical price pattern on Saturday, suggesting an imminent price uptick. Notably, the analyst did not state any price target following the breakout.

Shiba Inu Price Analysis

Meanwhile, a TradingView SHIB 1D analysis shows that the relative strength index (RSI) stands at 61.61. This indicates that Shiba Inu can still surge considerably before entering the overbought region above 70.

Notably, the MACD indicator seems to be flashing a buy signal. The MACD line at 0.00000133 and signal line at 0.00000147 are itching closer to a bullish crossover, supporting the analyst’s expectations of a price appreciation.

Shiba Inu TradingView Analysis
Shiba Inu TradingView Analysis

At the time of writing, Shiba Inu trades at $0.00002616 with a market cap of $15.43 billion.

XRP Now Testing Huge Supply Zone as It Crosses $1.9; Analysts Identify Next Targets to Watch 

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Market commentators have identified the next XRP target to look out for as the altcoin crosses pivotal levels amid a recent test of a huge supply zone.

XRP is at the center of a remarkable market rally, showing strength in the ongoing uptrend. Its price has surged by 31% over the past week and an astounding 271% in November, making it one of the biggest gainers in the ongoing post-election rally.

XRP Retests Key Supply Zone

Most recently, Blake, a stock market analyst, discussed XRP’s immense potential. He shared a 1-week chart which highlights XRP’s current position as it tests a seven-year supply zone.

According to Blake, this supply zone ranges between $1.75 to $1.95. For context, XRP entered this territory during the latest recovery phase, which began on Nov. 27. Before this rebound, XRP witnessed a four-day collapse, dropping 13% to $1.2821 on Nov. 26.

However, with the recent recovery, XRP has recouped these lost values. It is now up 36% since Nov. 27, having recently surpassed Binance Coin (BNB) to become the fifth-largest crypto asset. Amid the uptrend, XRP surpassed the $1.75 mark, and is now testing $1.90.

XRP 1W Chart Blake
XRP 1W Chart | Blake

Interestingly, it is now within the upper end of Blake’s supply zone, and a breakout could occur if it clears the $1.95 roadblock. This zone has acted as a major resistance area, notably during the 2018 and 2021 bull runs.  

The current test of this zone is especially pivotal. Blake believes if XRP successfully closes this week above $1.95, this could open the doors to the next major target at $2.50. 

However, the market analyst advises investors to be cautious. Notably, XRP’s weekly RSI has spiked to 88, suggesting an overbought condition. He noted that for long-term holders, this level may be an opportune moment to take partial profits or adjust stop-loss positions.

A Potential Breakout Beyond $2  

Meanwhile, in a separate analysis, Chad Steingraber, a pro game designer, compared XRP’s current rally to its 2017 breakout. His chart shows XRP is up 271% this November, similar to the 284% rally in March 2017, which marked the start of the 2017/2018 bull run. 

Interestingly, after spiking 284% in March 2017, XRP rallied by an additional 143% the next month and saw a more substantial 374% gain in May 2017. It consolidated for six months following the May 2017 upsurge, before eventually gaining 746% in December 2017 to claim the $3.3 all-time high.

The altcoin could be looking to replicate this 2017/2018 run. Steingraber emphasized the importance of the $2 level. He suggested that breaching this threshold could trigger unprecedented bullish momentum. At press time, XRP trades for $1.89, up 21% in the past 24 hours.

Ripple Stablecoin Potential Launch Date Revealed

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Ripple’s stablecoin is gearing up for its highly anticipated mainnet launch, with FOX Business revealing its potential launch date. 

FOX Business journalist Eleanor Terrett reported that the New York Department of Financial Service (NYDFS) had signaled its intention to approve RLUSD for its mainnet launch. 

Citing sources familiar with the matter, the journalist claimed that the San Francisco-based company is targeting December 4 for the mainnet launch of the stablecoin. 

Recall that Ripple introduced RLUSD in April 2024 and proceeded with its beta launch in August, rolling out the stablecoin on XRP Ledger (XRPL) and Ethereum. Ever since, the stablecoin has been in beta, with no precise date for a mainnet launch. 

The wait for RLUSD’s mainnet launch might end soon, as sources claim Ripple is eyeing December 4 as the possible launch date following NYDFS’ approval. At press time, neither Ripple nor NYDFS has issued an official statement backing this claim. 

RLUSD Use Case  

For context, Ripple focuses on leveraging blockchain technology to offer faster and cheaper cross-border settlements for financial institutions. Interestingly, the company uses XRPL’s native token, XRP, as a bridge currency between two fiats to settle these transactions. 

However, the token is embroiled in an intense legal battle between the U.S. SEC and Ripple. Even though a federal court declared XRP a non-security, the continuation of the case in the Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit still puts the token under regulatory scrutiny. 

The anticipated launch of RLUSD could serve as an alternative to XRP across Ripple’s payment solutions. Financial institutions seeking to utilize Ripple’s payment solution without exposure to regulatory uncertainty and volatility can choose RLUSD instead of XRP. 

Furthermore, customers can also adopt the stablecoin as a store of value upon its mainnet launch. Once approved, RLUSD would strive to dominate the stablecoin market, valued at $190 billion, rivaling top players like Tether and Circle. 

Ripple Navigates NYDFS Strict Regulation 

In the absence of stablecoin regulation at the federal level, Ripple pursued regulatory approval for RLUSD through the state level. The NYDFS adopts a strict approach to regulating cryptos, including stablecoins. Companies seeking to launch stablecoins within its jurisdiction must meet certain conditions, including obtaining a limited-purpose trust charter. 

Ripple already met this requirement by acquiring the NYDFS-regulated entity Standard Custody & Trust Company in June. This move also helped to accelerate NYDFS’ approval of the stablecoin, according to sources with direct knowledge of the matter. Upon approval, Standard Custody will issue RLUSD to the stablecoin’s exchange partners, including Moonpay and Uphold. 

XRP Eyes Run to ATH as Historic Golden Cross Nears Amid Spike Above $1.8

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XRP is on the brink of engineering a run to a new all-time high as it looks to record a historic golden cross amid the recent rally.

The market has embarked on a recovery campaign, and XRP appears to be leveraging this push better than most. For instance, XRP has gained by an impressive 16.5% over the past 24 hours, making it the biggest gainer among the top 70 assets and third biggest on the top 100 list.

XRP Eyes Golden Cross

This short-term bullish momentum has triggered a rapid spike in its short moving averages (MAs), leading to an impending golden cross on the weekly timeframe. Notably, a golden cross occurs when a shorter moving average (especially the 50-period MA) rises above a longer moving average (especially the 200-period MA).

This phenomenon indicates that the asset’s short-term momentum has flipped massively bullish, enveloping its longer-term momentum. Interestingly, the occurrence of a golden cross typically signals that the bullish push could linger, possibly leading to greater price heights.

XRP has gained 62% over the last two weeks, solidifying its bullish short-term outlook. The asset recently flipped Binance Coin (BNB) to become the fifth-largest crypto asset globally and has also reclaimed a $100 billion market cap amid the latest run.

XRP Impending Weekly Golden Cross
XRP Impending Weekly Golden Cross

This push has triggered a rise in the 50-week MA (orange), which now sits at $0.6020. At press time, the 50-week MA is on the verge of overcoming the 200-week MA (green) at $0.6299. If this occurs, the golden cross will have materialized, setting the stage for more explosive surge.

Notably, this weekly golden cross has only occurred once since XRP launched, particularly during the 2021 rally. The phenomenon resulted in a rally that saw XRP reclaim previous highs in early 2021, but the prevalent SEC lawsuit at the time capped higher gains.

A Possible Price Explosion

XRP’s regulatory clarity and the favorable political developments in the United States could allow it to set its sights on the 2018 peak around $3.31 once this golden cross occurs. Interestingly, XRP has now reclaimed the $1.8 region, changing hands at $1.81 at press time.

From this level, its next resistance sits at $1.88, which, if breached, would lead to $1.96, the 2021 peak. Veteran analyst Peter Brandt argued in a previous analysis that breaking above $1.96 could set the stage for an explosive run. In this case, XRP could target highs above the $2 psychological level.

Two days ago, market analyst Flowseidon shared a chart showing XRP consolidation near $1.50 after a strong rally, with higher lows and a flat resistance level forming an ascending triangle. 

XRP 1D Chart Flowseidon
XRP 1D Chart | Flowseidon

The price and moving averages indicated a tightening structure which highlighted declining volatility. This structure typically leads to massive breakout. Interestingly, after breaching the $1.5 yesterday, XRP has staged a breakout, now looking to clear the $1.96 level.

Expert Predicts Dogecoin to $14 but Says DOGE Will Test Your Patience

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Technical analyst Ali Martinez has reminded market participants that while Dogecoin (DOGE) has promising prospects, the asset will test their patience on its path to higher price levels.

Martinez issued this warning in a Friday post on X, highlighting a fresh bearish signal on Dogecoin’s short-term price action. He noted that the TD Sequential indicator has flashed a sell signal for Dogecoin. This is coming at a time when the asset has only recently rebounded from a 23% dip.

Today, Dogecoin traded at $0.4200 after a 4% gain. The sell signal suggests the recently reclaimed $0.40 region could be lost again due to another incoming correction.

While this projected outcome could hurt those who entered the Dogecoin market at the top, Martinez reminded investors that these dips are normal and part of the journey toward unprecedented price territories. In the end, those who remain patient during downturns stand to be rewarded.

Historical Instances Where Dogecoin Rewarded Investors After Testing Their Patience

Martinez cited specific instances in Dogecoin’s history where major dips preceded the asset’s periodic parabolic runs.

For example, during the 2016/2017 cycle, Dogecoin experienced two major dips: a 39% and a massive 84% price drop. However, by the end of the cycle, Dogecoin’s total gains amounted to over 9,400%.

Similarly, in the 2020/2021 season, Dogecoin saw 56% and 53% corrections in its journey to an all-time high. However, its cumulative rise by the end of the season was around 31,000%.

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Dogecoin Historical patterns

Now, Martinez has highlighted the possibility of Dogecoin soaring by 3,233% from its current position. An upsurge which could allow it to hit a new peak of $14. However, this target is overly ambitious, as it would lead to a DOGE market cap above $2 trillion, exceeding Bitcoin’s current valuation.

Notably, this price prediction suggests Dogecoin could mirror its historical patterns within an ascending price channel.

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Chart showing Dogecoin $14 price forecast

Other Factors Suggesting a Double-Digit Price for DOGE

Other market watchers have argued for similar targets for Dogecoin using different tools to observe its historical patterns.

For instance, analyst Trader Tardigrade has pointed out that DOGE is currently testing the mid-band of the Gaussian channel, suggesting a potential rally toward $11, as seen in past surges in 2017 and 2020.

Meanwhile, based on Fibonacci retracement levels, Martinez has suggested Dogecoin could rally to $23, which would be consistent with the 2.272 Fibonacci level at which Dogecoin peaked during the 2020/2021 bull run.

Conservative Outlook for Dogecoin

While these are ambitious price forecasts for Dogecoin, some analysts have issued more conservative outlooks for the asset. 

For instance, analysts Crypto Scolfeild and Ash Crypto have argued that Dogecoin could peak at $3 during this season, with Ash noting that the meme coin might reach this price level within the next six to twelve months.