$AVAX Rises 8%, Faces Resistance at $18.50

Avalanche's native token (AVAX) surged 8.2% over the past 24 hours, rising from $16.29 to $18.50, with strong support forming at $18.03. However, technical analysis from CoinDesk Research indicates key resistance between $18.47 and $18.50.

The CoinDesk 20 Index also gained 6.3% during the same period.

Key Technical Highlights:

AVAX maintained an upward trend, supported by strong trading volume at $17.40 and $18.07.

Price peaked at $18.64 before retreating to $18.14 due to selling pressure.

Recent short-term pullback saw the token dip from $18.24 to $18.19 (-0.28%).

A brief recovery attempt failed at resistance, reinforcing short-term bearish sentiment.

A breakout above $18.50 with sustained volume could signal further upside potential.

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