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The price of Ethereum is once again in the spotlight, with market analysts and the founder of $ETH , Vitalik Buterin, making bold predictions for the asset. Experts predict that Ethereum could rise to $33,000, while Buterin draws parallels between the future role of the cryptocurrency in finance and Google's dominance in searches. As a result, the founder of $ETH suggested that low-risk Decentralized Finance (DeFi) could become the “Google Moment” disruption of Ethereum.

In recent days, the price action of $XRP has been characterized by consolidation below the $3 price level. This level, which acted as support for most of August, was broken down on August 28, and $XRP is now trading in the $2.8 price area. Technical analysis indicates that the current sideways action should not be confused with weakness, as $XRP is about to initiate an upward recovery move.

The recent price drop of XRP occurred after the asset tested the $3 price level again between August 26 and 28, which for now has limited its upward momentum. Interestingly, when expanding to a longer time frame on the candlestick chart, it is observed that this movement caused XRP to return to a consolidation zone in which it has been trading since early 2025. Its most recent peak of $3.65 in July was an attempt to break through this consolidation zone, but the subsequent price pullback caused it to return to the zone.

Rekt Fencer, founder of X DAO, has set his short-term targets for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP.

This happens as the crypto market awaits another round of bullish candles. Last week, Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $124,400, but the momentum quickly reversed, and the price plummeted to $115,000.

The turnaround similarly impacted the altcoin market. Meanwhile, hopes remain high that a return is imminent. Amid this, Fencer shared his short-term outlook for several leading crypto assets. His forecast focuses on the next three to six months and, notably, he describes his targets as "conservative".

Bitcoin has fallen below $116,000 in Monday's trading, marking a sharp reversal from last week's record above $124,000. The decline follows renewed concerns about inflation in the U.S. and uncertainties surrounding Federal Reserve policy, which has reduced risk appetite in global markets. At the time of writing, the price is close to $115,300, maintaining a fragile support around $115,000. Analysts warn that a break below this level could push prices down to $112,500, but holding this level could pave the way for a recovery towards $120,000 and beyond. Data from short-term holders suggests that selling pressure remains limited. The Net Unrealized Profit/Loss ratio is just 0.07, well below the saturation threshold of 0.25 that historically signals profit-taking and potential corrections.

The price of $XRP is consolidating gains below the zone of $3.320. The price shows positive signs and may seek a move above the resistance of $3.350. However, it is facing difficulties in establishing itself above the zone of $3.30. Currently, the price is being traded above $3.220 and the 100-hour Simple Moving Average. There is a downward trend line forming with resistance at $3.288 on the hourly chart of the pair $XRP /USD. The pair may gain bullish momentum if it surpasses the zone of $3.30.

With the growing bullish momentum in the cryptocurrency market, large-cap altcoins have been some of the main beneficiaries of the current positive trend. The price of $ETH has continued to impress, with the second largest cryptocurrency reaffirming its position in the market in recent weeks. The price of $ETH showed significant bullish momentum entering the weekend, recovering the $4,000 mark for the first time since December 2024. Interestingly, the 'king of altcoins' seems to be just at the beginning of a prolonged upward trajectory.

$DOGE is showing strong signs of a market recovery, with recent price movements and technical indicators suggesting a possible rally. According to technical analysis, the recent price action of Dogecoin has opened a path to $1, which is becoming increasingly visible if certain conditions are met. In particular, the technical analysis by cryptocurrency analyst MMBTtrader on the TradingView platform highlights a bullish setup that formed after a decisive breakout of Dogecoin's price from a long-term downward channel on the 3-day candlestick chart.

The cryptocurrency analyst Ripple Queen made a bold prediction that the price of XRP could reach $10,000 at some point. She highlighted factors that make this price target achievable, despite its ambition. In a post on platform X, Ripple Queen stated that a price of $10,000 for the $XRP is already 'guaranteed.' She argued that the mathematics prove that the altcoin can reach this value, mentioning that its supply is limited and its utility is unparalleled. The analyst also noted that the world is rapidly adopting XRP, and regulatory clarity is consolidating in the cryptocurrency industry, which is positive for the price of the $XRP . With this regulatory clarity, and laws like the GENIUS Act, Ripple is poised to expand its operations, increasing the adoption of the $XRP . Ripple's CTO, David Schwartz, indicated that XRP will continue to be the bridge currency for its payment services. Ripple Queen stated that mass adoption is no longer a dream, but a countdown, which is why she believes that the price of XRP will reach $10,000. She also mentioned that banks and institutional investors are discreetly accumulating XRP, which could lead to a significant supply shock. These investors will have more opportunities to accumulate XRP once the SEC approves XRP ETFs, with Bloomberg analysts predicting a 95% chance of approval. The launch of these funds will bring more capital into the altcoin ecosystem, which is positive for the price of XRP.

Coinbase Derivatives is venturing further into the world of altcoins, officially confirming the launch of perpetual Nano futures for $XRP and Solana ($SOL ) on August 18. This announcement marks a notable expansion of Coinbase's regulated US futures offerings and introduces an additional method for users to access leveraged positions without venturing abroad.

These nano contracts are designed with accessibility in mind. With tiny contract sizes and long expirations — up to five years instead of the typical monthly closing — they allow users to open and manage positions with lower capital exposure and for a longer period. Initial margin requirements are minimal, and leverage of up to 10x is supported.

In a post shared on TradingView, cryptocurrency analyst Xanrox argues that the current bull cycle is nearing its end, pointing to a potential downtrend that could see the price of $BTC drop to $60,000. This analysis comes as the $BTC is trading in a very calm phase, leading many traders and cryptocurrency analysts to reassess its next direction. Xanrox predicts that Bitcoin's top will be $122,000 before falling to $60,000. The world's largest cryptocurrency has hovered just above the price level of $118,000 for several days, struggling to decisively break above this zone but also showing no significant signs of decline. Despite this consolidation, market sentiment remains optimistic. The cryptocurrency fear and greed index continues to indicate 'greed', and most analysts still argue that Bitcoin is preparing for another upward move.

The price of Solana has initiated a new increase above the $188 zone and is now consolidating gains, potentially aiming for further increases above the $200 zone. The price of $SOL has begun an upward movement above the levels of $180 and $185 against the US dollar. Currently, the price is trading above $188 and the 100-hour simple moving average. There is a key upward trendline forming with support at $190 on the hourly chart of the SOL/USD pair (data source from Kraken). The pair may initiate a new increase if it surpasses the resistance zone of $200.

Ethereum is undergoing its first significant correction after an explosive rally that drove the price from $2,500 to $3,800 in less than three weeks. Despite this cooling off, the bulls remain in control, with the $ETH holding firm above the $3,600 level, a key support zone that now acts as a base for potential consolidation. The market seems to be digesting recent gains, with signs that Ethereum's strength may be far from over. On-chain data from Sentora reinforces the optimistic outlook. Last week, Ethereum recorded the highest weekly volume of large transactions since 2021. This increase in high-value activity signals growing interest from institutional investors and large traders, even amid short-term volatility. With legal clarity in the U.S. improving and Ethereum's fundamentals strengthening, the current pause may be setting the stage for a new upward movement.

XRP price prediction models point to bold milestones as the XRP ProShares Ultra ETF and whale activity keep demand strong. XRP trades near $3.55, moving within a narrow range of $3.40 to $3.56. Today's blockchain activity recorded about $1.4 billion in transfers, while active wallet addresses surged by 50%. Now, many investors are targeting a potential rise to $10 by 2028. Here’s what’s important next.
Projected Milestones Shape XRP Price Prediction

The price of Solana has slowly risen in recent weeks, going from a low of $127 in June to more than $200 at the time of this report. This increase was driven by the emergence of new projects on the blockchain, such as USELESS, pushing the $SOL towards the coveted $200 market. However, there are doubts about how long this rally can be sustained and whether a bearish scenario could cause the price to fall again.

Despite the prevailing optimism, a cryptocurrency analyst warned about the increasing bearish pressure on Solana. In the analysis, he explains that the rally that pushed the digital asset above $190 recently was actually a false breakout. This rally took the price of Solana above the resistance that was forming at $170, paving the way for the rally up to $200. This allowed for a liquidity sweep at those high levels. However, there is now an obstacle for the altcoin that could make it fall again.

The recent surge pushed the price of $DOGE above the psychological barrier of $0.23, reaching approximately $0.236 and extending a weekly advance of over 20%. This breakout occurred while Bitcoin remains consolidated just above the pivot of $120,000, a level considered decisive by many market technicians for the entire altcoin complex. Technical strategist Kevin (@Kev_Capital_TA) published a daily DOGE/USD chart, highlighting that Dogecoin's price action is framed by a multi-month downtrend line, the boundary of which was broken for the first time last November. Since then, the price has returned to the diagonal line three times, each touch marked by Kevin in orange, indicating what he describes as 'classic post-breakout behavior.' He believes it is only a matter of time before $DOGE rises to the $0.28-$0.30 level and beyond, as long as Bitcoin maintains its strength.

CryptoInsightUK believes that the long-awaited altcoin season has finally begun, with the $XRP as a possible standout. In a 13-minute market update posted on July 21, the British analyst argued that the dramatic collapse of Bitcoin dominance the previous week "erased 19 weeks of Bitcoin strength in a single candle," a move he called the first clear sign of a sustained rotation to altcoins. He pointed out that volume tells the story, highlighting the disproportionate red bar that accompanied the dominance drop. This pattern, he said, mirrors the setup of December 2020 that preceded the last explosive altcoin cycle. If dominance continues to decrease at the same rate, it could fall to the 39% zone in seven weeks, giving room for altcoins to outperform.

Ethereum ($ETH ) decisively broke above a resistance level, the 50-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA50), triggering a new bullish momentum in the market. This breakout marks a significant shift in the market trend, paving the way for a potential rally toward higher targets, around the $4,000 level.

After breaking above the EMA50 barrier, the price of Ethereum experienced an explosive rally. Cryptocurrency analyst Doctor Profit predicted on social media that the $ETH is preparing for a significant rise toward $4,000. He highlighted that Ethereum finally managed to close above the key moving average after weeks of resistance and failed attempts to turn it into support, evidenced by the multiple rejections marked by green arrows. The breakout of Ethereum triggered a strong continuation movement, with its price rising more than 28.17% in just one week, from about $2,500 to a peak near $3,226.

A cryptocurrency analyst explained how a close of $XRP above a certain level could trigger a run to $4.80, based on a technical analysis pattern. In a new post on X, analyst Ali Martinez cited a technical analysis pattern known as a Parallel Channel to discuss the future of $XRP . Parallel Channels form when the price of an asset observes consolidation between two parallel trend lines. The upper line of the pattern tends to be a source of resistance, while the lower one acts as support. A breakout of either of these levels could imply the continuation of the trend in that direction.

The price of Ethereum is gaining momentum again and seems poised to reach new heights. Cryptocurrency analyst Doctor Profit commented on how the altcoin broke a crucial moving average (MA). Meanwhile, the dominance of $ETH is rising again.

In a post on X, Doctor Profit stated that after 9 weeks of constant rejection at the EMA50 on the weekly chart, the price of Ethereum finally broke through this barrier. He stated that this is a good sign, suggesting that $ETH will reach higher targets in the coming weeks. The breakout above the 2,600 EMA50 level occurred while the broader crypto market was recovering, led by Bitcoin's price, which hit new all-time highs (ATHs). Based on this, Ethereum's price is also expected to reach new heights, with the annual high of $3,600 already in sight. Recovering this level could also pave the way for ETH to reclaim the psychological level of $4,000.

After weeks of quiet consolidation, Ethereum has finally found its voice, moving with conviction through a historically narrow price zone. Supported by high volume and strong weekly closes, the break of the $ETH is not just technical. The silence is over, and the bulls are back in charge.

Weekly Charts Tell the Story: Strength of $ETH vs. Struggle of SOL. Cazz, in a recent update on X, highlighted a significant development in the Ethereum weekly chart. The ETH/USD pair broke out of a tight 8-week consolidation range. This breakout occurred with high volume and strong weekly closes near the highs. Its rapid price movement through a historically narrow zone further confirms that this is classic behavior of large investors. The technical structure suggests that Ethereum's bullish momentum is not only gaining strength but also aligning with broader institutional interest. This type of breakout pattern often indicates the beginning of a stronger trend, especially when accompanied by high volume and price conviction, as seen in the chart.