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XRP has taken a significant step toward mainstream institutional recognition after its official inclusion in the Nasdaq Crypto US Settlement Price Index.

While the move doesn’t yet translate to ETF holdings, it signals growing confidence in Ripple’s digital asset and strengthens XRP’s position in the evolving crypto market.

Nasdaq Embraces XRP in Expanded Crypto Index
Nasdaq’s decision to expand its Crypto US Settlement Price Index now includes XRP alongside Cardano (ADA), Solana (SOL), and Stellar Lumens (XLM), broadening the index beyond its previous focus on only Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH). The update went into effect on June 2, 2025, marking a pivotal development for Ripple XRP news and its long-term institutional outlook.
The index is tracked by the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF (NCIQ), which currently provides market-cap weighted exposure to BTC and ETH under existing U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) guidelines. The ETF cannot yet hold XRP or the newly added assets due to regulatory limitations.
“Under current regulatory restrictions, the Trust is only permitted to hold Bitcoin and Ether,” Hashdex stated in a recent SEC filing. “It is not permitted to hold the new index constituents… creating the risk of potential tracking error.”

Despite this caveat, the index expansion is widely seen as a forward-looking move that could reshape the institutional XRP market once regulatory conditions evolve.
#xrp #etf #NASDAQ
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Ethereum extends its losses below $2,500 with a nearly 1% drop at press time on Monday. The price action warns of a reversal with an evening star pattern, characterized by a 2% rise on Saturday, followed by a Doji candle on Sunday.

Notably, Ethereum failed to reclaim the lost $2,600 floor during the Thursday crash, projecting strong headwinds overhead. Furthermore, investors must remain cautious as the momentum indicators signal rising selling pressure.

The MACD and its signal line decline towards the zero line, while the red histograms surge below this line, indicating a downtrend is in play. The daily RSI line steps towards the halfway line, diverging from the sideways trend in Ethereum. This marks a bearish divergence, warning of a steeper correction.

Traders can find selling opportunities if the biggest altcoin closes below the 200-day Exponential Moving Average (EMA) at $2,461, with the next support at $2,357, the 50-day EMA.

Conversely, a bullish reversal could encounter resistance at the $2,700 barrier, potentially leading to multiple peaks formed in May.
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Bitcoin consolidates above $105,000 for two days as it recovers from the sharp drop witnessed on Thursday. At the time of writing, BTC trades at $105,621, failing to overcome the $106,058 resistance level, December’s highest closing price.

The price action movement warns of a double top reversal alongside a short-term resistance trendline, adding headwinds. Traders anticipating a bullish trend must await a daily closing above $106,058 to avoid any traps.

A potential breakout could prolong Bitcoin’s trend towards its all-time high at $111,980.

Investors must look out for a buy signal from the Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) indicator. The blue line crossing above the red line concurrent with a rise of the green histogram bar above the zero line signals an uptrend.

However, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 53 is turning sideways near the halfway line, aligning with the uncertainty in BTC. Notably, a lack of divergence between the two recent RSI peaks and a potential double top in Bitcoin limit the bearish risk.

On the other hand, amid the rising uncertainty due to the scheduled talks in London, Bitcoin could retest the $100,718 support floor, last tested by the low on Thursday.
#bitcoin #BTC #USChinaTradeTalks
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Amid renewed optimism surrounding Ripple and its ecosystem, top crypto analysts are now projecting that XRP could surge to $15 by the end of 2025 and climb further to $26.50 by 2030.

This bullish long-term XRP price prediction is gaining traction as Ripple continues to expand global partnerships, settle regulatory hurdles, and push forward with new blockchain innovations.

Technical Landscape: Breakout or Breakdown?
As of June 8, XRP traded around $2.21, reflecting a market cap of approximately $128 billion and 24-hour trading volume near $1.33 billion. Technical charts indicated a consolidating price pattern, with the token moving tightly between $2.16 and $2.19. Analysts believe this could signal a buildup before a significant breakout.

Short-term momentum remains neutral, with RSI at 45.12 and other oscillators like the MACD and ADX suggesting a weak trend. Key resistance lies at $2.25 to $2.30, and a break above this zone could open the door for a move toward $2.30 and beyond. On the flip side, a failure to hold $2.06 support could push XRP back to the $1.95 zone, marking a bearish continuation of its mid-term downtrend.
Despite subdued momentum, technical observers note that “a clean break above $2.20 could trigger upside momentum,” particularly if it’s accompanied by increased volume. Meanwhile, EMA and SMA readings remain mixed, with most short-to-medium-term averages showing bearish signals except for the 200-period EMA, which holds a slightly bullish tone.

Analyst Forecasts Spark Optimism
The latest XRP price prediction wave was fueled by crypto influencer @AbsGMCrypto, who detailed a forecast on social media that sees XRP reaching between $5 and $15 by the end of 2025 and possibly $26.50 by 2030. The projection, according to him, is based on “growing utility, regulatory clarity, and Ripple’s expanding global influence.”
These projections are not without basis. Over the past few years, Ripple has partnered with financial heavyweights like Santander and SBI Holdings, and is now involved in over 20 central bank digital currency (CBDC) pilot programs. This growing institutional trust in Ripple’s technology bolsters confidence in long-term Ripple XRP news.

Regulatory Wins and ETF Momentum
One of the most pivotal catalysts for this renewed XRP bullishness is the resolution of the long-running XRP lawsuit between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The parties agreed on a $50 million settlement, which many consider a major victory for Ripple and a step toward clearer regulations in the Ripple crypto space.
The settlement is also fueling hopes for an XRP ETF, with WisdomTree’s application currently under SEC review. A decision is expected by January 2026, with approval chances reportedly above 85% amid increasing political support for crypto assets.

Further bolstering the case for a long-term rally is Ripple’s own stablecoin, RLUSD, introduced towards the end of 2024. The stablecoin already has a market cap of over $381 million, with fees collected in XRP and then burned, taking supply off the markets and, most importantly, perhaps adding to XRP value in the long run.

Blockchain Innovation and Treasury Interest
In addition to regulatory innovation, Ripple is also building out its infrastructure. The XRP Ledger (XRPL) will be seeing upgrades this month, including decentralized identity capabilities, price oracles, and interoperability across 69 blockchains. These updates have the potential to significantly increase the use and functionality of the Ripple ledger and make it a staple in cross-border payments and tokenization.

Treasury-wise, Ripple’s digital currency has drawn prominent purchases. VivoPower International last raised $121 million to fund its XRP holding, with $100 million funded by Saudi Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Saud. Corporate adoption of XRP as a strategic asset may become a growing trend, with big bank players like Bank of America having had an earlier look at Ripple-based solutions.

Political and Strategic Support
Ripple’s political ties have also played a part in reshaping its image. In early 2025, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse had an audience with President Trump, calling it a “strong start to 2025.” Ripple also put the news on fire by giving Trump’s inauguration fund the largest crypto donation ever of $5 million worth of XRP. Even though XRP wasn’t eligible to be part of the U.S. strategic reserve, the vote went to Bitcoin.

However, Ripple’s participation in internal discussions is a deeper incorporation into American policy and finance, especially in crypto treasury planning and blockchain uptake debates.

Final Thoughts
Aside from short-term technical fluctuations, the bigger picture for XRP remains positive. With increasing institutional take-up, positive Ripple lawsuit updates, regulatory clarity, and potential ETF approval, XRP appears poised to position itself for a dramatic rally in the years ahead.

If rosy estimates come to fruition, XRP price can indeed reach $15 by 2025 and $26.50 by 2030, rewriting the forecast of Ripple players and reinstating investors’ confidence in the token’s long-term function.

As always, investors must be on the lookout for macroeconomic trends, prevailing SEC Ripple updates, and breaking Ripple news if they are to surf the evolving world of XRP.
#xrp #etf
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A bearish RSI divergence, similar to 2021, suggests Bitcoin could face a 50%+ correction toward $64,000, challenging the $150K year-end target.
Key takeaways:
A 2021-style bearish divergence on the weekly chart points to a potential 50%+ correction toward $64,000.Peter Brandt warns Bitcoin must reclaim its parabolic trendline soon or risk ending its bull cycle before reaching the $150,000 target.

Bitcoin’s surge to a record $112,000 sparked renewed hopes for a $150,000 target by year-end, but its swift correction below $105,000 is testing that bullish narrative.

Is Bitcoin painting a bearish reversal setup?
Bitcoin is painting what appears to be an inverse cup-and-handle pattern, with its neckline near $100,800 acting as current support. As of June 7, the price has entered the handle-formation stage, eyeing a breakdown below the neckline.

Based on the inverse cup-and-handle pattern setup, a breakdown below $100,800 will increase Bitcoin’s likelihood of dropping toward $91,000.

The $91,000 downside target aligns with BTC’s 200-day exponential moving average (200-day EMA; the blue wave).

Bitcoin’s relative strength index (RSI) has declined in tandem with its price, signaling strong trader conviction behind the ongoing sell-off.

As of June 7, the RSI reading was 52, reflecting a weakening upside momentum; a break below 50 could intensify downside pressure.

To regain control, bulls must reclaim Bitcoin’s 20-day EMA (the purple wave) resistance at around the $105,000 level. A drop toward $91,000 could effectively lower BTC’s potential of hitting $150,000 by 2025’s end.
2021 fractal suggests BTC won’t hit $150,000 in 2025
At a broader timescale, Bitcoin’s weekly chart is flashing a familiar warning.

A bearish divergence has formed between price and RSI, mirroring the 2021 cycle top, when RSI trended lower despite higher price highs. That divergence preceded a 61% correction toward its 200-week EMA (the blue wave) and below.

A similar structure is now visible, with a divergence forming just below the $112,000 high and a projected pullback target near the 200-week EMA at around $64,000, marking a potential 52% decline.

This historical setup casts doubt on Bitcoin reaching the widely discussed $150,000 target by the end of 2025, especially if the divergence confirms a broader market top similar to past cycles.

Veteran trader Peter Brandt adds further weight to this outlook.

In his May 2025 analysis, Brandt identified a rising wedge pattern and warned that Bitcoin must reclaim its parabolic trendline to stay on track for a $125,000–$150,000 cycle top by August or September 2025.

He notes that Failure to do so could mark the end of the current bullish cycle—potentially triggering a typical 50–60% drawdown following prior tops.
Gold’s trajectory, Bitcoin “bull flag” hint at a $150K
Despite growing technical warnings, some analysts remain confident in Bitcoin’s path toward $150,000.

Traders see similarities between Bitcoin’s current market structure and gold’s explosive breakout in the 2000s. They argue that BTC could mimic gold’s historic trajectory, reinforcing the $150,000 scenario.

Analyst Tony Severino cites a potential bull flag structure to predict a BTC price boom toward $150,000.

From an onchain perspective, Bitcoin researcher Axel Adler Jr. believes BTC is approaching a critical “start” rally zone based on historical cycle patterns.

If the NUPL/MVRV ratio breaks and holds above 1.0, it would indicate the start of a new bullish impulse, the analyst notes, saying it could push Bitcoin’s price toward the $150,000–$175,000 range, similar to the rallies seen in 2017 and 2021.
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A wave of concern has swept through the Pi Network community as users report being unable to view their mined PI coin balances. It has raised fears of system instability or backend changes. Users are even concerned about the recent Pi Network’s mainnet migration being failed.

Users Report Pi Network Balances Missing
In a Reddit thread on Pi Network titled “Issue consulting the amount of pi” user after user reported problems accessing their balances. One post reads: “Hii, Do you also have issues consulting the amount of pi you mined? The page is just loading and nothing happens.”

The issue appears to be widespread, with several commenters confirming they are experiencing the same glitch. Another user noted, “The same on my end, but it’s not something I would pay too much attention to. Glitches happen all the time.”
Some users suspect the issue could be related to a backend update. Redditor Flattering_Flatulenc speculated, “My guess is the core team is about to do a mass update on pi balances. Calculating unconfirmed/confirmed/transferable. Bet we’ll see the true numbers soon.”

Others recounted similar technical difficulties. “Mine is still ‘loading’ as of this morning… maybe it’s in migration mode,” wrote another user. Meanwhile, Disastrous_Spell3602 explained that restarting the app didn’t help. They added, “Same here. It happened after restarting my session. I tried accessing the Mainnet by pressing the Mainnet button, but the next page got stuck on ‘Loading your balance.’ The same thing happens when I try to access it through the Pi Node app on my laptop.”
A second thread, “I have a problem it won’t enter my balan…” drew similar responses. User Embarrassed_Durian19 expressed frustration: “I have a similar problem. They won’t return my rolled-back Pi into migrations. I am so furious at this kindergarten of a team.”

While some found temporary relief—“Had that yesterday, cleared up today,” claimed user GrapefruitPassion—others are still stuck, trying various troubleshooting methods. “Try switching your language and/or restarting the app with no VPN,” suggested versacecrispies, adding that clearing the app cache may help.
At the time of writing, the Pi Network core team has not released an official statement addressing the issue. For now, users are left in oblivion as they hope that the glitches and bugs are merely part of the migration. Until then, the Pi Network’s transparency and users’ patience remain under pressure.
#pi #PiCoreTeam

XRP remains in a technical bear market after falling 37% from its peak earlier this year. Its price is stuck at the same level where it began the year, underperforming Bitcoin, which has risen 15% in 2025.
XRP price was trading at $2.140 on Sunday as its volume and futures open interest remained under pressure. This article highlights the top four reasons it may jump by 50% and retest the year-to-date high of $3.4 in June.
The Securities and Exchange Commission will decide on Franklin Templeton’s XRP ETF by June 17. Approval would likely help boost the XRP price because of the expected inflows from Wall Street investors. JPMorgan analysts estimate the fund would attract over $8 billion in funds in the first year. However, the likely scenario is that the SEC delays the approval again, possibly until October. Polymarket traders place the odds of approval by July 31 at 21%, and by the end of the year at 83%.Crypto traders are pricing an eventual XRP price breakout in the coming weeks. The eight-hour funding rate has remained in the positive zone in the past few weeks. A positive funding rate is essential data in perpetual futures, meaning traders anticipate the price to be higher. As we wrote here, there are signs that Bitcoin will make a bullish breakout. We cited the bullish forecasts by top analysts and the fact that it is forming the handle section of the cup-and-handle pattern. This pattern points to an eventual Bitcoin surge to $143,000. A Bitcoin price breakout will likely push other cryptocurrencies, including XRP, higher.The final reason the Ripple price may break out and surge to $3.4 is its strong technicals. See below.

#xrp #etf
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Trump Media and Technology Group will raise about $2.5 billion to invest in bitcoin, U.S. President Donald Trump’s social media company said on Tuesday, as it looks to diversify its revenue.

The company is raising the funds by selling $1.5 billion in stock at its last closing price and $1 billion in convertible notes priced at a 35% premium, it said in a statement.

The bitcoin will be held on Trump Media’s balance sheet alongside existing cash and short-term investments totaling $759 million as of the end of the first quarter.

Trump Media has been exploring potential mergers and acquisitions as it aims to diversify into financial services.

Last month, it reached a binding agreement to launch various retail investment products, including crypto and exchange-traded funds aligned with Trump’s policies.

The Trump family, long rooted in skyscrapers and country clubs, has opened multiple beachheads in crypto, quickly gaining hundreds of millions of dollars. Those other crypto forays include Trump NFTs, a meme coin, a stake in a newly formed bitcoin producer called American Bitcoin and World Liberty Financial, a decentralized crypto platform that also offers a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar.

But the crypto push has attracted scrutiny from lawmakers, including Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren, who last month asked the U.S. securities regulator about its plans to supervise ETFs due to be launched by Trump Media.
#TrumpMediaBitcoinTreasury #bitcoin
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Bitcoin is continuing to build on its recent price surge, setting a fresh all-time high of $112,000 on Thursday. And even though the top cryptocurrency has gained 25% in just 30 days, industry analysts see plenty of reasons why it has further to fly.

Analysts at Secure Digital Markets said BTC’s latest gains came “on the back of accelerating institutional inflows and a surge in corporate adoption.”

“The macro backdrop has added fuel to the rally—easing U.S.-China trade tensions and Moody’s downgrade of U.S. sovereign credit have helped reframe BTC as a serious alternative to traditional stores of value,” they added. “Historically correlated with risk assets, Bitcoin now appears to be charting its own course as equities wobble and capital searches for safe havens.”
And ETF flows are validating the uptrend. “U.S.-listed Bitcoin ETFs have only seen two days of outflows in May, with $1.6 billion in net inflows over the past week alone, and $4.24 billion month-to-date,” SDM wrote. “Since January, public company holdings of BTC have jumped 31% to an estimated $349 billion, now accounting for roughly 15% of total circulating supply. No surprise then that Bitcoin is up 18% year-to-date.”

Thomas Perfumo, Global Economist at Kraken, also believes we’re far from the cycle top for BTC.

“Bitcoin's new all-time high is a clear signal yet that this crypto bull market has further room to run,” he told Kitco News. “Recovering equity markets, heavyweight ETF flows and the ever-present corporate demand together create a feedback loop that is propelling Bitcoin higher.”

Perfumo pointed to three factors that support further gains for Bitcoin. First, “Global equities markets lag behind BTC but are recovering, giving investors license to extend out the risk curve as fears of geopolitical escalation – both economic and war – are easing further.”

The second factor is that BTC ETF demand has become structural. Perfumo said “net inflows picked back up about a month ago when BTC was ~$87k. The scale and persistence of these flows since has pushed BTC higher and momentum is recently increasing, with net flows reaching a record $7.3B year-to-date.”

And thirdly, the corporate bid beneath BTC is alive and well. “MicroStrategy, still the largest publicly-listed Bitcoin holder, refreshed its dry powder with a new $21 billion at-the-market equity program earlier this month,” he noted. “Newcomers like Twenty One Capital and Strive are emulating MicroStrategy's successful BTC accumulation playbook, adding fuel to the fire.”

“With equities healing, ETF inflows running back at a record pace, and a growing roster of public corporations hovering up supply, the feedback loop that carried BTC past $100k remains intact,” Perfumo said. “Unless that trifecta of tailwinds falters, dip-buyers are likely to set the tone and today's record print is evidence of that.”
And Thomas Erdösi, Head of Product at CF Benchmarks, which administers the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate, is flagging a rare setup for King Crypto based on the Bitcoin Volatility Index (BVX).

“CF Bitcoin Volatility Index has edged up only from 43 → 48 over the past five days—far below the 60+ readings that accompanied the Jan 26 (59.7) and Dec 17 (61.9) tops,” Erdösi wrote in a note to Kitco News. “Futures basis stays tame: Little evidence of traders using heavy leverage to capture spot–futures spreads.”

The takeaway, he said, is that “the rally still looks measured, not euphoric—leaving room for further upside.”

Bitcoin first rose to the very edge of $112k at five minutes to midnight last night before pulling back to retest near-term support at $110,000. After a run up above $111,700 early Thursday afternoon, King Crypto finally broke through at 1:33 pm EDT.
#BTCBreaksATH110K #bitcoin #SaylorBTCPurchase #BlackRock⁩ #etf
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Bitcoin soared to a fresh record high above $111,000 on Thursday, driven by optimism over U.S. regulatory progress, particularly the advancement of the GENIUS Act aimed at establishing a national framework for stablecoins.

The world’s largest cryptocurrency jumped 3.8% to $111,588.0 as of 00:55 ET.

It reached as high as $111,834.1 on Thursday, surging significantly past the previous record of above $109,000.

Bitcoin has climbed more than 18% in May so far.

Bitcoin at record peak on regulatory cheer
The legislation, formally titled the “Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins” Act, moved forward in the U.S. Senate this week.

Investors view the bill as a pivotal step toward comprehensive crypto regulation, which could provide legal clarity and encourage broader institutional participation in the digital asset space.

The bill is likely set for a Senate floor vote later this week, clearing which it will be sent to President Donald Trump’s office for approval.

The Trump administration’s establishment of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve in March, aimed at positioning the U.S. as a leader in digital assets, has further fueled market enthusiasm.

Bitcoin sees increased adoption, strong ETF flows
While regulatory cheer dominated sentiment, analysts noted that steady inflows into U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds continued to underpin demand.

The bullish outlook comes amid broader signs of growing adoption. Financial giants, including Fidelity and BlackRock, have recently expanded their crypto offerings.

This week, JPMorgan CEO, Jamie Dimon, a vocal critic of cryptocurrencies, said the bank will now allow clients to purchase Bitcoin, signaling a major shift in Wall Street’s stance toward digital assets.

Earlier in May, crypto exchange Coinbase Global Inc marked a milestone by joining the S&P 500 index, becoming the first company in the digital asset space to be included in the benchmark.

“More investors, including major funds, are now treating Bitcoin as a long-term asset rather than just a speculative play," Stephen Wundke, Director of Strategy & Revenue at quantitative digital asset investment firm Algoz, told Investing.com a day earlier.
#BTCBreaksATH110K #bitcoin #SaylorBTCPurchase #BlackRock⁩ #etf
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BlackRock's IBIT is on track to surpass Satoshi next year, but this could happen sooner.
BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) is on track to surpass Satoshi Nakamoto as the leading holder of the largest cryptocurrency by the end of next summer, according to Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas.
The Bitcoin ETF of the world's leading asset manager currently stands at 636,108 coins. Based on blockchain forensic analysis, Satoshi's Bitcoin holdings are believed to be somewhere around 1.12 million coins.
Back in 2013, researcher Sergio Demian Lerner estimated that the mysterious Bitcoin creator personally mined more than a million tokens. He managed to determine this by identifying the so-called "Patoshi pattern" after analyzing the nonce values of the specific blocks that were mined during Bitcoin's earliest days.
That said, it should be noted that the aforementioned estimate is only probabilistic. Even though Satoshi-era Bitcoin holdings are often on the move, the coins linked to the creator of the original cryptocurrency remain untouched. Balchunas believes that these coins are very unlikely to move in the future.
Timeline could be shortened
Balchunas has also noted that Bitcoin surpassing the $150,000 mark could potentially encourage a lot of advisors to pivot to IBIT. This will "dramatically" shorten the aforementioned timeline since a massive price rally could trigger another wave of inflows, according to the famous ETF analyst. Even though this type of institutional adoption undermines the libertarian-centric Bitcoin narrative, Balchunas is certain that it will positively affect Bitcoin's staying power.
#bitcoin #satoshiNakamato #BlackRock⁩
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“BlackRock sounds the quantum alarm: is Bitcoin ready?” This phrase resonates as a major warning for the crypto world. The asset management giant reveals a growing threat: quantum computing. This emerging technology could eventually compromise the cryptography protecting Bitcoin. Despite this warning, Bitcoin ETFs continue to attract record inflows, a sign that confidence remains strong. Meanwhile, Naoris Protocol establishes itself as the native post-quantum response, already deployed to protect Web3 and Web2 infrastructures. This advancement prepares the ecosystem for a future where quantum power will no longer be just a theory but a reality.
On May 9, 2025, BlackRock sounded a deafening alarm in its regulatory filing IBIT, declaring the quantum threat to Bitcoin no longer theoretical but imminent. Classical algorithms like Shor and Grover are on the verge of breaking private keys, with some experts projecting this could happen within 18-24 months. “We are standing at the precipice of a crypto apocalypse,” warns Dr. Elena Vertsova, quantum physics pioneer at MIT. “The quantum storm isn’t coming—it’s already here, and most blockchains are woefully unprepared.” Recent breakthroughs at Google, IBM, and Chinese research facilities have accelerated the timeline dramatically, making this existential risk to transaction security more immediate than previously thought.
Moreover, despite this threat, Bitcoin ETFs continue to attract significant investments, highlighting a paradox between fear and appetite. James Seyffart, analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, sums up this stance:

“They will report everything that can go wrong.“

This caution is part of a strategy aiming to anticipate tomorrow’s major challenges while maintaining investor confidence.
#bitcoin #BlackRock⁩ #Naoris
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Crypto markets extended their climb with ether (ETH) jumping 8% and Bitcoin (BTC) inching back toward the $106,000 mark in the past 24 hours, despite broader risk-off sentiment in equities and gold.
The resilience is in contrast to Friday’s surprise credit downgrade of the U.S. by Moody’s, which cited persistent fiscal deficits and political gridlock. Yet while equities sagged and gold extended its recent decline, falling nearly 7% from May highs, bitcoin held ground and even rallied briefly to $107,000 late Sunday before retracing.
“Bitcoin’s ability to rally over the weekend despite a risk-off tone in equities following the Moody’s downgrade reinforces its positioning as a legitimate store of value,” QCP Capital said in a Telegram broadcast late Monday.

The firm pointed to consistent inflows into spot bitcoin ETFs and institutional demand as catalysts, even as derivatives markets saw some leveraged long liquidations.

Ether was among the standout movers, surging past $2,900 in a strong follow-through move from last week’s breakout. The token’s recent strength has been tied to renewed interest in Ethereum staking flows and positive sentiment following the Pectra upgrade — though no new headline catalyst emerged on Monday.

Solana’s SOL, XRP, BNB Chain’s BNB and Dogecoin (DOGE) rose between 2-4%, with the broad-based CoinDesk 20 (CD20) adding just under 2% in the past 24 hours.

Meanwhile, Aave’s AAVE tokens soared over 25% in the past 24 hours, though the move appeared largely speculative. No protocol-level announcement or governance proposal was immediately tied to the jump. The token is still down over 60% from its 2021 highs.

Traders say the decoupling between bitcoin and traditional “hard assets” like gold is worth watching.

“Unlike in previous months where BTC and gold went up in unison, bitcoin has been rising against a drop in spot gold, which is also reflected in ETF flows,” Augustine Fan of SignalPlus said in a message to CoinDesk.

“Gold ETFs saw a notable drop in flows against a small rise in BTC ETFs, with a similar pattern in gold vs BTC futures on CME. We should assume more of these micro-correlation breaks and relative value opportunities to take hold,” Fan ended.
#bitcoin #Ethereum #SaylorBTCPurchase

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Key Points:
XRP confirms a death cross, a bearish signal historically linked to sharp price declines.An inverse cup-and-handle pattern hints at a possible breakdown toward $1.10.A drop below the $2.00 support zone could trigger significant downside momentum.

XRP (XRP) has just printed a “death cross,” a technical indicator notorious for preceding major price downturns.

XRP Death Cross Signals Selloffs Next
On May 17, the cryptocurrency’s 50-day simple moving average (50-day SMA; the red wave) crossed below its 200-day SMA (the blue wave), creating a death cross that, in traditional markets, has been looked at as a sign of a bearish phase.
In XRP’s case, this 200-50 SMA crossover has preceded major downtrends, including a circa 25% price decline between May and July 2023 and a 15% dip during the October 2023 session.

As of May 20, 2025, XRP trades near $2.34, slightly above its newly crossed SMAs, indicating the potential for a retest of lower support zones if bearish momentum persists.

The relative strength index (RSI) has also cooled off from overbought levels, now hovering near the neutral 50 mark, which may suggest a lack of immediate bullish strength.

XRP Bearish Reversal Indicator Hints At 50% Crash
Not all death crosses result in long-lasting downtrends. However, they often coincide with macro uncertainty or weakening sentiment, both of which could put pressure on XRP.

That may include the Federal Reserve’s growing odds of cutting interest rates only once in 2025 and the recent US downgrade by the Moody’s credit agency.

Adding to the downside risks, XRP’s chart now reveals an inverse cup-and-handle pattern, a bearish reversal formation. This setup typically forms after a failed bullish trend and resembles an upside-down teacup, followed by a breakdown below the “handle” support.

In XRP’s case, the breakdown level hovers around the $2.20–$2.00 range. A decisive close below this zone could confirm the pattern, opening the door to a potential drop toward $1.10 — the projected target based on the pattern’s height.

The area aligns with the 200-day SMA and prior accumulation range.

XRP’s technical setup suggests rising bearish pressure, with a confirmed death cross and an inverse cup-and-handle pattern pointing to a possible 50% drop toward $1.10. A break below $2.00 could trigger this move, urging caution amid ongoing macro uncertainty.
#xrp #BinanceAlphaAlert
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Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan, said his bank will soon allow its clients to buy Bitcoin, but it won’t custody the cryptocurrency.

“We are going to allow you to buy it,” Dimon said at JPMorgan’s annual investor day on May 19. “We’re not going to custody it. We’re going to put it in statements for clients.”

CNBC reported that Dimon also remarked on his long-held skepticism about crypto assets, pointing to their use in money laundering, sex trafficking and terrorism.

“I don’t think you should smoke, but I defend your right to smoke. I defend your right to buy Bitcoin,” he said.

JPMorgan will offer clients access to Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), CNBC reported, citing sources familiar with the situation. Until now, the firm has limited its crypto exposure primarily to futures-based products, not direct ownership of digital assets.

JPMorgan rival Morgan Stanley has also moved to offer spot Bitcoin ETFs to qualifying clients. Spot Bitcoin ETFs in the US have seen significant adoption, with almost $42 billion in total aggregate inflows since they launched in January 2024.
#bitcoin #JPMorgan
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According to CoinCodex forecasts, Dogecoin is expected to trade between $0.1277 and $0.2271 in 2025, with its average price for the year estimated at $0.1504. While not massive, this range suggests a potential return of up to 39.94%, especially during the year-end rally.

May 2025
After a bullish April, May could see a slight correction. DOGE is projected to average around $0.1817, though the potential return is minimal at 1.27%.

June–August 2025
The summer stretch looks more promising. With June, July, and August averages ranging from $0.1490 to $0.1612, the predicted ROI for these months sits between 22% and 25%, signaling short-term upside and growing sentiment.

September–October 2025
DOGE may continue climbing in September, reaching $0.1447 with a 32.17% ROI. October also remains positive, with an expected return of 27.48%, despite a more cautious forecast.

November–December 2025
The strongest gains are forecasted for the year-end stretch. November sees an average price of $0.1379 and potential gains around 33.42%, while December tops the year with a 39.94% projected ROI, a possible sign of renewed investor enthusiasm heading into 2026.

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While market participants await an XRP run beyond its all-time high, some analysts are already projecting timelines for a rally to three digits.

Notably, XRP has been on an upward trajectory since May 8 amid the ongoing market-wide recovery campaign, which has seen Bitcoin (BTC) breach the $100,000 milestone. Despite still trading within the $2 region, XRP has slipped into the upper end of the price mark for the first time in nearly two months.

Market Expert Predicts Timeline for XRP to $100
As optimism around a rally to $3 builds, some market commentators are already eyeing the $100 mark. Interestingly, one such market commentator, BarriC, predicts bold timelines for the crypto asset to claim the $100 price milestone.
In a statement on X, BarriC suggested that the $100 price level would serve as the stepping stone for a much greater rally toward four digits. Considering this potential, the analyst insisted that an XRP rally to $1,000 would come sooner than many expect.

According to him, XRP would quickly push to the $100 price. He expects this to materialize this year, 2025, a bold forecast, considering XRP would need to appreciate by a massive 3,821% from the current price of $3.55 to claim the $100 milestone.

This remains one of the most audacious predictions around the $100 price. Notably, while others have presented forecasts of XRP reaching $100, most have suggested that it could take a few years and a massive expansion of the overall global crypto market.

Contrasting Timelines
For instance, finance expert Linda Jones sees XRP hitting $100 but does not expect it to happen this year. Moreover, in March 2023, CryptoCharged’s Chief Operating Officer, Matthew Brienen, boldly predicted that XRP could trade anywhere from $100 to $1,000. However, he believes this will happen in the next ten years.

Meanwhile, analysts at crypto platforms Telegaon and Changelly also see the $100 materializing, but, like others, they do not expect it to happen soon. While Changelly analysts believe XRP could reach $100 in 2034, nine years from now, those at Telegaon expect it to happen between 2035 and 2040.

Only a Steppingstone
While BarriC presents the most ambitious timeline among market experts, he also believes the $100 price is only a stepping stone toward greater levels. In his recent commentary, he suggested that once XRP claims $100 in 2025, it would immediately skyrocket from this level to the $1,000 mark by 2026/2027.

Notably, most analysts, even those bullish on XRP, believe a rally to $100 this year is near impossible. Earlier this year, finance expert Rajat Soni criticized people predicting an XRP to $100 price in this cycle. According to him, such individuals have a mental disability.

For context, XRP currently trades for $2.55 with a market cap of $150 billion. It would need a 3,821% increase to reach $100 from here, with its market cap soaring to $5.855 billion, higher than the overall crypto market cap of $3.33 trillion. Meanwhile, Jake Claver insisted that even if XRP hits $100, it won’t change an investor’s life if they don’t have a proper exit strategy.
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