Home Blog Page 1124

Bitwise CIO Says XRP Hasn’t Unleashed Its Full Potential Yet, Reveals Why Bitwise Filed for XRP ETF

0

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan reveals the strategic thinking behind the company’s filing for a spot-based exchange-traded fund (ETF) for XRP.

Hougan made this known during an interview with Tony Edward, the host of the Thinking Crypto podcast. In the interview, Edward asked Hougan to comment on what prompted the company’s decision to apply for an XRP ETF before the U.S. election.

XRP’s Strength 

Responding, the Bitwise CIO first highlighted XRP’s strength, recognizing its strong community support and underlying technology, the XRP Ledger (XRPL). Despite XRP’s potential, Hougan still believes people have not yet seen the coin’s full capability due to the SEC v. Ripple lawsuit. 

He noted that the SEC lawsuit is limiting the potential of Ripple and XRP, describing it as “operating with two hands tied behind your back.” 

However, Hougan speculated that XRP could unleash its full potential in the market if there is a resolution of the industry’s regulatory issues. Highlighting XRP’s market appeal, Hougan asserted that the coin has quality and has attracted the interest of Wall Street companies. 

“I think it’s a really interesting idea [to consider] what can this asset do if it is unleashed,” he remarked. 

Reason Behind XRP ETF Filing 

Commenting on why Bitwise filed for an XRP ETF, he revealed that the company only files an ETF application with full conviction of its success. 

“Bitwise does not file for fun. We file because we think there is a pathway to launch a product,” he said.  

Interestingly, he suggested that Bitwise has a history of persistence, as seen in its Bitcoin ETF pursuit, which took five years before the SEC approved it earlier this year, alongside other applications. 

For the XRP ETF, Hougan stressed that Bitwise is optimistic about the product’s potential launch, particularly under the upcoming administration, which could usher in favorable regulations.  

It is worth mentioning that Bitwise was the first company to file for a spot-based ETF tied to XRP. The company submitted the filing last month despite growing speculations about a potential SEC appeal in the Ripple lawsuit. 

Following Bitwise’s XRP ETF filing, the SEC appealed the Ripple ruling the next day, drastically reducing the chances of approval. 

Nonetheless, NYSE Arca filed to convert the Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund (BITW), containing 10 crypto assets including XRP, into a spot ETF. Like XRP enthusiasts, Bitwise is confident that the U.S. crypto industry might welcome favorable regulations under the Donald Trump-led administration, potentially leading to the launch of XRP ETFs. 

Can Kusama Economic Proposal For Trump Push SHiba Inu Price to $0.0001

0

Shiba Inu’s lead, Shytoshi Kusama, proposed a blockchain-backed economic plan for Trump. Can it raise the SHIB price to $0.0001?

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has experienced big gains following Donald Trump’s re-election as the 47th president of the United States. SHIB, which moved close to adding another zero to its price in early September, is hovering around the $0.000025 level. 

Interestingly, some community members are confident that the recent surge marks the beginning of a major rally for Shiba Inu. They project that Trump’s victory, alongside other developments like Shytoshi Kusama’s S.H.I.B proposal, might take Shiba Inu to loftier targets like $0.0001. 

Kusama Economic Proposal to Trump 

On Election Day, November 5, Shiba Inu’s leader, Shytoshi Kusama, proposed an initiative to the next U.S. president, dubbed Strategic Hub for Innovation in Blockchain (S.H.I.B)

The $2.35 billion plan requires the incoming administration to develop a Silicon Valley for blockchain, where the technology would be used to boost the U.S. economy and create jobs. Per Kusama’s projection, the plan could generate an annual revenue of $5 billion while creating 20,000 jobs. 

Given Trump’s pro-crypto stance, Kusama’s S.H.I.B proposal has a higher chance of adoption under his administration compared to its potential success under a Kamala Harris-led government. 

Shiba Inu’s Potential Rise to $0.0001 

The potential adoption of this proposal could put Shiba Inu in the limelight, boosting its price to the much-coveted $0.0001 target. Hitting the $0.0001 target requires Shiba Inu to rally 413.87% from its current price. It would mark a new all-time high (ATH) for SHIB, surpassing the previous record of $0.00008616. 

At a price of $0.0001, Shiba Inu’s market cap would surge to $58.92 billion from the current $11.41 billion. 

SHIB $0.0001 Predictions 

The $0.0001 prediction has been gaining popularity within the Shiba Inu community. Several experts project that SHIB will hit the target in this bull run. However, others believe it could take longer for the prediction to materialize. 

Earlier this year, analysts from popular media outlet Forbes projected that Shiba Inu would hit the $0.0001 target on or before 2025 end. Interestingly, these experts believe that SHIB’s price might spike all the way to $0.0003 within this period. 

Seasoned crypto analyst Eunice Wong forecasted that the $0.0001 target might become a reality in the second phase of the 2024/2025 bull run. 

However, experts from crypto trading firm Changelly do not think Shiba Inu will hit the $0.0001 target anytime soon. According to their latest prediction, SHIB will surge to this level by 2027, potentially hitting a minimum target of $0.000103. This prediction aligns with their previous target set earlier this year in July. 

It remains to be seen whether Trump will adopt Kusama’s economic proposal. Hence, it is imperative to invest with caution to avoid incurring significant losses. 

Here is How Much 1 XRP Will be Worth if Its Market Cap Reaches $350B

0

The price of 1 XRP could explode by more than 759% if XRP’s market cap reached the $350 billion mark. 

XRP has been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the ongoing market upsurge as Bitcoin broke $90,000. Amid the prevalent market push, XRP recently reclaimed the $1 price mark.

XRP Joins Market Rally

This rally allowed XRP to cross the $60.9 billion market cap, its highest valuation since July 2021. As the upsurge persists, discussions around a price increase to lofty targets have resurfaced. For instance, earlier this month, market analyst EGRAG suggested that XRP could hit $17, leveraging a “bent fork” formation.

Another market watcher, Steph, charged investors to procure XRP tokens before the altcoin claims a new peak of $14. While targets of a $4 price or a $6 value are logically attainable, some have doubted the feasibility of higher goals such as $14 and $17. 

These skeptics point to the market cap that could result from such ambitious targets. For the valuations from these audacious goals to materialize, the XRP market would need to welcome a substantial amount of capital. 

XRP Price at a $350B Market Cap

Throughout its decade-old journey, XRP has not clinched the coveted $100 billion valuation mark. The altcoin’s peak market cap was $95.5 billion, attained when its price spiked to an all-time high of $3.3 in January 2018. XRP has since dropped from this mark, struggling to maintain the $30 region this year.

However, we recently assessed how much XRP would need to rally to claim a $350 billion market cap, roughly the size of Ethereum’s valuation before the latest uptrend. Such a market cap would mark a new territory for XRP, possibly buoyed by a flood of new capital.

Currently, XRP has a circulating supply of 56.8 billion tokens, a jump from previous figures due to the periodic escrow releases from Ripple’s accounts. At the current circulating supply, the value of 1 XRP would need to rise by 759% to $6.15 for XRP to claim a $350 billion market cap.

Both the $6 price mark and the $350 billion valuation are within reach for XRP. Some factors that could catalyze a run to these levels include the forthcoming XRP ETFs and the launch of Ripple Stablecoin (RLUSD) on the XRP Ledger. For more updates, explore the latest XRP coin news and developments shaping the market.

Expert Says Dogecoin Second Bull Flag Structure To Take Doge to $0.90

0

The latest Dogecoin rally has positioned the meme coin among the top gainers, with analysts pointing to further upside amid a bull flag formation.

Trader Tardigrade, a market expert, recently shared an analysis pointing to $0.90 as Dogecoin’s next target, citing the formation of a second bull pennant pattern on the 2-hour price chart. 

The First Dogecoin Bull Pennant

The first bullish pennant formed between Nov. 5 and 7. This pattern began with an initial surge from $0.1677 to $0.2187, coinciding with market optimism following a significant geopolitical event—the victory of Donald Trump in the U.S. elections. This rally created the flagpole of the first pennant.

Shortly after reaching the $0.2187 peak, Dogecoin faced a pullback, dropping to $0.1857 as profit-taking ensued. However, the asset entered a phase of consolidation, during which prices stabilized within a narrowing range, forming the flag portion of the pattern. 

When Dogecoin broke above this pennant’s upper resistance on Nov. 7, the move ignited a massive rally. Over the next five days, the price soared to a three-year high of $0.4389 by Nov. 12, marking a staggering 139% increase from a $0.1857 low on Nov. 7.

Dogecoin Forms the Second Bull Pennant 

Following the rally to $0.4389, Dogecoin dropped and entered another consolidation phase. The latest price action mirrors the first bull pennant structure, with the recent surge forming a second flagpole. This rise, which pushed DOGE from $0.3 to $0.4389, set the stage for the ongoing consolidation.  

Dogecoin 2h Chart Trader Tardigrade
Dogecoin 2h Chart | Trader Tardigrade

Currently, Dogecoin’s price is moving within a tightening range, indicating that the flag portion of the second pennant is near completion. Market watchers often interpret such patterns as signals of continuation, where the breakout direction aligns with the preceding bullish trend.

Trader Tardigrade anticipates that this second pennant will soon lead to another breakout. If the formation plays out as expected, Dogecoin’s price could potentially skyrocket to $0.9. This projected move represents a 139% gain from its current level, similar to the magnitude of the first pennant’s breakout.

At press time, Dogecoin currently changes hands at $0.3752. One factor that could support the potential push toward the $0.9 level is a renewal of whale accumulation. The Crypto Basic confirmed yesterday that DOGE whales recently procured 160 million tokens in 24 hours.

Top Analyst Says Shiba Inu Is Warming Up for a Massive 200% Green Candle

0

Leading analysts predict Shiba Inu is primed for a massive breakout, with some forecasting a 200% rally as retail investors drive the next parabolic phase.

Shiba Inu has notably underperformed compared to the broader meme coin rally that has been sweeping the crypto market since last week. Shiba Inu trades at $0.00002568 at the time of writing, marking a 24-hour increase of 8.2%. Over the past week, the token has gained 35%, and its monthly rise is 42%.

Meanwhile, Dogecoin is trading at $0.3787, reflecting an 81% increase over the past week. Its monthly performance has been even more remarkable, with a 211% jump.

This contrast has not gone unnoticed by the Shiba Inu community. Despite the disparity, prominent figures within the SHIB community remain optimistic, assuring supporters that significant price increases could be on the way.

Shiba Inu Is Warming Up

In a recent post on X, Roaring Kitty, a popular crypto analyst, pointed out that the current price action of meme coins is following a historical pattern.

Using Shiba Inu as an example, he explained that the typical meme coin rally begins with an initial “warm-up” pump of 100-200%. This is then followed by a period of consolidation or price correction lasting a few weeks.

After this, retail investor enthusiasm takes over, sparking a massive rally with a +200% surge in a single weekly candle.

Applying This pattern to Shiba Inu

Notably, Shiba Inu broke out of its downtrend in late September when it surged past $0.00002150. However, the momentum quickly faded, and the price dipped to $0.00001553. 

This month, Shiba Inu has experienced a more powerful rally, briefly pushing back to the $0.00003 level for the first time in seven months. Specifically, on Tuesday, SHIB hit $0.0000303, but once again, it lost steam and is now trading back in the $0.00002 range. 

Roaring Kitty sees this price action as a “warm-up rally,” suggesting that more significant moves could be coming once retail investors jump into the market and FOMO into cheap meme coins. 

He speculates that Shiba Inu could eliminate a leading zero and climb as high as $0.00015 during this retail-driven frenzy. As a result, he urged SHIB holders to “Keep holding.”

Image
Shiba Inu chart by Roaring Kitty

Other Analysts Share Similar Views

Other market analysts echo this sentiment. “SHIB Mortal” advised traders to keep an eye on Shiba Inu, indicating that a breakout could happen at any moment. He shared a chart showing that SHIB is at a critical point after a prolonged downtrend.

Similarly, analyst Esk noted that Shiba Inu has formed a falling wedge pattern, which typically signals a bullish continuation. Encouraged by this, Esk revealed that he has increased his SHIB holdings.

XRP Finally Crosses the $1 Mark for the First Time Since 2021 Amid 26% Spike: What’s Next

0

Amid a sustained uptrend, XRP has finally claimed the dollar mark for the first time in nearly three years, with market participants anticipating its next move.

XRP had a slow start to the ongoing phase of the bull run, which began on the back of the Donald Trump victory in the U.S. presidential election nearly two weeks ago. While Bitcoin claimed new all-time highs days after the election victory, XRP struggled to maintain the $0.57 price level.

XRP Finally Clinches $1

This underperformance triggered panic, with some investors expressing concerns that the altcoin might also miss out on this bull run. However, XRP began its uptrend this week, breaking above the $0.60 level on Monday, and leveraging this territory to engineer more substantial surges.

The token sustained this upsurge, with a mild pullback on Nov. 13 that saw it drop 1.94%. A resumption of the rally allowed it to reclaim the psychological levels at $0.70, $0.80 and $0.90 on Nov. 14 and 15. Now, XRP has officially clinched the much-coveted $1 price after spiking 14.72% today.

The last time XRP saw this price was in December 2021, as it dropped from the $1.96 peak in April of that year. Several analysts have suggested that the $1 mark represents the launchpad that XRP needs to aim for further growth toward its ATH of $3.31.

What Next?

At press time, XRP now changes hands at $1.0209. The token needs to push toward the $1.2 region to solidify its position above the $1 mark. However, with its Commodity Channel Index currently at 252.23, XRP could face a slight pullback before the bullish momentum resumes.

XRP 1D Chart 2
XRP 1D Chart

Should this occur, the $1.018 level could serve as the immediate support level above $1. XRP needs to hold above this zone to hedge against any drops below $1. Below this, the Fibonacci 0.786 region at $0.9047 and the upper Bollinger Band support at $0.8854 would serve as the next lines of defense.

However, if the bulls sustain the upward push, XRP’s next target could be the 1.618 Fibonacci level at $1.3457. Should the token breach this area, it could come face to face with the $1.87 price around Fibonacci 2.618. Beyond this, XRP eyes the $2.4 price, climbing toward its ATH. XRP would need to rise 135% to reach $2.4.

Meanwhile, the recent rally has allowed XRP to claim a $59 billion market cap, currently seeking to reach the $60 billion mark. The asset has now surpassed Dogecoin (DOGE) to become the sixth-largest crypto asset, with 26.69% increase over the past 24 hours.

Ripple CEO Says ‘Pressure is Lifted’ as XRP Soars 91% to $0.98 Since Donald Trump’s Victory

0

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse credits the latest XRP impressive price surge to Donald Trump’s victory, which eases regulatory pressure on the crypto industry.

XRP is making history in the crypto space amid the ongoing bull run. It maintains its streak of bullish performance and shows strong momentum toward breaking the long-lost $1 region. As of press time, XRP has gained 21% in the last 24 hours, trading at $0.9687, a level not seen in three years.

Interestingly, XRP’s impressive price surge happened at a time when Bitcoin lost momentum, following its peak of $93K earlier this week.

Notably, XRP was at just $0.4935 two weeks ago and has since surged to $0.9821. This marks a massive 99% gain since early November. This remarkable performance has garnered attention from industry leaders, including Ripple’s CEO Brad Garlinghouse.

Ripple CEO: XRP Pumping as Pressure Eases

In a recent interview with FOX, Garlinghouse attributed XRP’s strong performance to the promising regulatory outlook in the U.S. under the newly elected President, Donald Trump.

Garlinghouse pointed out that Trump’s election has brought hope to the crypto industry—particularly among U.S.-based companies—which had long been under attack by the SEC.

Garlinghouse emphasized that the crypto community now benefits from a pro-crypto president who has embraced the industry. He highlighted that in the two weeks following Trump’s election, some of the best-performing crypto assets were tokens like XRP and ADA, which are linked to U.S.-based crypto companies.

“This shouldn’t be a surprise,” Garlinghouse said. He noted that the SEC has pressured U.S. crypto firms and technologies for years. Now that the pressure is easing, as a new pro-crypto leader takes office and vows to restructure the SEC.

Price Performance of XRP and ADA Since Trump’s Election

Indeed, alongside XRP, other assets such as Cardano (ADA) have seen explosive growth since Trump’s election. Since Trump’s victory ten days ago, XRP has surged by 91%, rising from $0.514 to its current price.

Similarly, ADA has risen from $0.3339 to as high as $0.7553, marking an impressive 126% gain. Interestingly, the only crypto asset among prominent cryptocurrencies that has outperformed XRP and ADA in the last ten days is Dogecoin, a meme coin.

Experts Highlight Two New XRP Milestones Achieved in Ongoing Rally

0

Prominent crypto experts, such as Abdullah Nassif and Anderson, call attention to two new milestones achieved by XRP.  

XRP’s jaw-dropping performance in the past few days has left many investors stunned. The coin, which plunged below $0.52 after the SEC appealed the Ripple ruling, has skyrocketed to the $0.9 mark. 

XRP Achieves 2 Major Milestones 

Following its remarkable performance, top crypto experts called the public’s attention to two significant milestones XRP achieved recently. 

New Weekly Close Above $0.75 Since March 2022

According to an X post, Abdullah Nassif of the Good Morning Crypto podcast emphasized that XRP’s surge to $0.9 marks its first weekly close above $0.75 in over two years. 

Nassif emphasized that the last time XRP had a weekly close of $0.75 was in March 2022, suggesting that the coin has failed to surpass this level ever since. At the time of the post, XRP was trading at $0.9081, with a 26.98% daily increase. 

Highest Daily Close Since December 2021

Furthermore, Anderson, a widely-followed digital asset researcher, highlighted another significant feat achieved by the seventh-biggest cryptocurrency. 

In a tweet today, Anderson claimed XRP’s daily closing price spiked to a level not seen since December 27, 2021, nearly three years ago. It is worth mentioning that XRP was hovering at around $0.9 when Anderson made the comment. 

XRP Moves Close to Hitting $1 

Meanwhile, XRP has continued to register significant gains as it looks forward to rising above the $1 mark. Its recent attempts to hit the $1 mark have failed in the hours leading up to press time. 

Currently, XRP is trading at $0.9742, less than $0.0258 away from hitting the coveted $1 price mark. Should XRP hit $1, it would be 73.95% shy of reaching its previous all-time high of $3.84, registered nearly seven years ago on January 4, 2018. 

Notably, XRP boasts a 24-hour trading volume of $12.14 billion and a market cap of $55.46 billion. The coin is currently up 23.79% over the past 24 hours and has grown 74.52% over the past 7 days. 

Market Expert Projects Shiba Inu Rally to $0.0001553 Following 57% Spike

0

While Shiba Inu (SHIB) has leveraged the latest market-wide uptrend to claim higher grounds, some market analysts believe further upside to new ATH looms.

Market commentator Javon Marks is one individual championing this bullish outlook. The analyst had identified bullish structures around Shiba Inu in the 6-day timeframe when the current bull run was still in its early phase as of Nov. 3.

Shiba Inu Sustains Uptrend 

At the time, Shiba Inu had increased to a price of $0.0000193, knocking at the $0.00002 psychological price territory. Now, a week after this analysis SHIB has jumped 57%, as it now changes hands at $0.00002578. 

Meanwhile, according to Javon Marks, this spike might only be the beginning, with further substantial gains potentially on the horizon. Marks’ latest analysis spotlights important developments on SHIB’s 6-day price chart that confirm the bullish projection.

The market analyst’s chart identifies hidden bullish divergences on the price action as the price springs upward. These signals often indicate sustained upward momentum, with the potential for further gains.

Shiba Inu 6D Chart Javon Marks
Shiba Inu 6D Chart | Javon Marks

Marks had previously noted the significance of the hidden bullish divergence forming on SHIB’s chart. These divergences often indicate underlying strength, even when prices appear subdued. Combined with the ongoing bullish Bitcoin market, SHIB could be riding a wave of broader crypto market momentum.

The chart shows that SHIB has been on a steady upward trajectory since completing its bottom formation at $0.00001078 in August 2024. The breakout appears to have been confirmed, with the cryptocurrency now trading well above its previous resistance levels. 

SHIB Could Target $0.0001553

In his earlier report, Marks confirmed that he believes this progression could set the stage for an explosive move toward $0.000081, about 8.6% from the all-time high of $0.00008845 attained in October 2021. The $0.000081 represents a potential 214% increase from current levels.

However, the latest analysis from Marks suggests the rally may not stop there. He projects a scenario where Shiba Inu breaks above the $0.000081 target and reaches new highs at $0.0001553. 

If it materializes, this prediction will represent an over 500% surge from its recent price. Such a move would push SHIB to a new all-time high. This price level would take Shiba Inu to a market cap of $91 billion, representing a feasible goal for the meme coin.

Cardano to $6: Expert Gives Timeline for Bullish Upsurge

0

A crypto market expert has asserted that Cardano will double its 2021 all-time high price, giving a timeline for the coin to attain the price mark.

Cardano is currently one of the top gainers in its asset class, with bullish macroeconomics fueling its recent price surge. ADA has shown impressive growth across all timeframes, with increases of 23%, 69%, and a staggering 109% in the daily, weekly, and monthly charts, respectively.

In addition to the ongoing broader market, several developments unique to Cardano has contributed to ADA’s uptrend. For instance, reports suggested that Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson could collaborate with the US government on crypto policies. Notably, ADA has surged 70% since Hoskinson disclosed the possible partnership.

Marke Expert Predicts a 713% Cardano Upsurge

Meanwhile, amid the latest rally, seasoned analyst Ali Martinez expects further Cardano upsides, speculating an upswing to $6. He also indicated when ADA would attain the price mark.

In a November 15 tweet, Martinez predicted that Cardano would grow over 713% from its current price to $6. He also stated that the asset would attain the price mark between July and September 2025.

Martinez shared a chart to support his price prediction. Per the accompanying chart, he asserts a similar price action to the one Cardano engineered when it surged rapidly during the 2020/2021 bull cycle.

Cardano to $6
Cardano to $6

The analyst pointed out similarities already observed in the two cycles. For instance, he shares that ADA broke out from a price channel and pulled a 75% upsurge in both cycles. With the glaring correlation, Martinez expects this cycle to fully mirror the last cycle and surge to $6 between July and September next year.

Other Cardano Price Expectations

Meanwhile, Martinez’s $6 assertion correlates with other analyses of Cardano’s price. For instance, crypto pundit Ben Armstrong (BitBoy) speculated a slightly lower ADA price for the bull cycle.

BitBoy asserted that ADA would hit $5, citing bullish market momentum. He estimated a market top between $2.5 and $3.5 but noted Cardano could see more upside to $5 if the broader market sentiment remains dovish.

However, analyst Javon Marks insists Cardano would surge to $7.77. The market commentator noted that ADA has entered one of its most bullish phases, predicting an initial surge to $2.77 before the push past its all-time high to $7.77.

In the meantime, ADA trades at $0.7232 with a market cap of $25.3 billion.