Cryptocurrency traders on social media are debating whether a hypothetical Harris presidency may have been a better long-term outcome for the sector, given the poor performance of cryptocurrencies since President Trump took office. What Happened: Pseudonymous trader Pickle outlined a "what-if" scenario in a post on X on Thursday, comparing how cryptocurrencies would have performed if Kamala Harris had won the presidency.
The new Ripple stablecoin's market cap has grown fivefold in less than a month as the company has secured key exchange listings.Data from CoinMarketCap indicates that nearly $300 million worth of Ripple USD (RLUSD) is circulating.
The crypto market watches with bated breath as XRP teeters at $1.97, a battleground where bullish conviction clashes with bearish determination. After a retreat from recent highs, the digital asset now faces a critical test.
Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, and PEPE have all crashed today, sparking a bearish sentiment for the foremost meme coins. This price crash occurred following Donald Trump's tariff announcement, which led to a wave of sell-offs in the crypto market.
Dogecoin experienced a 12.7% price swing as technical indicators point to critical support levels amid recovery attempts
The global cryptocurrency market took a major hit today, with the total market capitalization falling 5.46% to $2.63 trillion. This sharp decline was triggered by a broad sell-off following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs on trading partners worldwide, sparking concerns about global economic stability. Bitcoin (BTC) led the downturn, dropping to $82,274.
As some major altcoins struggle to regain momentum, investors are turning their attention toward smaller projects with stronger fundamentals. One of the standout names this year has been Mutuum Finance (MUTM)—a DeFi token priced at just $0.025, yet rapidly building traction across the crypto space.
Solana fell sharply after market turmoil, losing 8% and sliding below $130. Despite the decline in transactions and daily users, stablecoin balances and DEX volumes hint at long-term potential within the Solana ecosystem. The post Solana Slips Under $130, But Something Bigger Might Be Brewing appeared first on Cryptonews.
From bitcoin as a capital preservation tool to some targeting a move toward the $70,000 level, here's how traders are reacting to U.S. tariffs.
By the end of the year, Matcha anticipates that most decentralized exchanges and aggregators will support Solana.
Solana has established itself as one of the fastest and most scalable blockchains in the crypto world. Its blistering transaction speeds and low fees revolutionized ecosystems for decentralized finance, gaming, and NFTs, drawing comparisons to giants like Ethereum.
Dog-themed cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE) has found itself at a make-or-break juncture that could determine its next major move.
Investors' unease in the crypto market mirrored a tumultuous trading session on Wall Street, with Bitcoin, Solana, and other assets falling.
Panic selling has caused a 5.63% decrease in XRP price over the past twenty-four hours. On April 2, President Trump's latest tariff package sent the entire cryptocurrency market into panic mode.
The market keeps setting new local lows, according to CoinStats.
One in five American adults own crypto, with 76% viewing it as having a positive impact on their lives, according to a report conducted by the National Cryptocurrency Association. What Happened: The 2025 State of Crypto Holders Report surveyed 54,000 respondents between late January and early February 2025, showing that 49% of respondents cite increased financial independence as a benefit of cryptocurrency.
PayPal is accelerating into the crypto space by directly integrating Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) into its wallet. This new feature is currently reserved for American users and associated territories.
The popular alternative cryptocurrency XRP is seeing an ominous sign in its price action against its main counterpart, Bitcoin (BTC).
The market has returned to a corection phase, according to CoinStats.
The crypto market continues its strong downward trend as the fear and greed index slumped following Donald Trump's “Liberation Day” speech. Bitcoin (BTC) crashed by 3.5% in the last 24 hours as it approached the crucial support at $80,000.
On-chain data from XRPSCAN showed that Ripple has unlocked 500 million XRP worth approximately $1.02 billion from an escrow account marked Ripple (27) at 15:04 UTC+8. The firm has also transferred the funds to addresses labelled Ripple (12) and Ripple (13).
PayPal has expanded its digital asset services by adding support for Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) for users in the United States and its territories. The post PayPal Adds Solana and Chainlink for U.S. Users in Expanded Crypto Offering appeared first on Cryptonews.
According to Politico, three Trump insiders have confirmed that Elon Musk is set to step down from his role at D.O.G.E (Department of Government Efficiency). This marks a potential shift in the White House's stance, which earlier claimed that Musk was ‘here to stay.
Solana price is on the verge of the biggest collapse as the crypto market crash intensifies. With Donald Trump's tariff announcement, the bearish sentiments remain dominant in the financial market, affecting assets like Solana (SOL) and others.
TL;DR Expanded Crypto Offerings: PayPal now allows U.S. users to buy, sell, and hold Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) alongside its existing crypto options. Enhanced Blockchain Utility: SOL brings fast, cost-efficient transactions, while LINK's decentralized oracle network enables secure smart contract interactions.
Donald Trump's imposed baseline tariffs frightens away investors: has Ripple coin's upside potential really ran out?
PayPal has added support for Solana (SOL) and Chainlink (LINK) in the US, allowing users to buy, sell, and hold these assets directly.
XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) is down 13% in a week but retail demand surging and active addresses hitting new highs may signal a reversal in the medium term. Cryptocurrency Price Market Cap 24-Hour Trend 7-Day Trend XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.03 $118.4 billion -3.7% -12.9% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1602 $23.8 billion -6.3% -17.3% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001210 $7.1 billion -1.5% -14.9% Trader Notes: Ali Martinez says XRP is setting up for a rebound, pointing to the TD Sequential buy signal as a sign of a potential reversal.
XRP, the native currency of the Ripple network, has achieved a remarkable feat against Bitcoin (BTC), the world's leading digital asset. As highlighted by Glassnode, a prominent on-chain data platform, XRP has gained strong retail investor interest in the current market cycle.
SOL has dropped 7.5% in the past 24 hours, as a whale moved 312,000 SOL to Binance, triggering fears of a sell-off.
The SEC vs Ripple Labs lawsuit was supposed to mark the turning point for XRP's price movement. But, like with many other things concerning the investing world, not everything is as it seems, as the price jump did not happen.
The cryptocurrency market experienced significant volatility late Wednesday and early Thursday. As such, several altcoins, including Hyperliquid, Berachain, and Bonk, crashed by double digits. Furthermore, Bitcoin (BTC) gave up gains from above $88k. Notably, markets remained jittery after US President Donald Trump's “Liberation Day” announcement. The global market cap has dipped 3% to $2.
Ripple's RLUSD rollout strengthens its enterprise payment network amid rising stablecoin competition.
XRP (XRP -4.08%) is up more than 300% since the presidential election in November. However, XRP has recently taken a hit over tariff uncertainty and is now down 40% from its 52-week high of $3.39 in January 2025.
The cryptocurrency industry is a hive of activity, particularly with Solana's (SOL) recent advances. With the promise of new financial instruments such as the Solana ETF, many wonder if it's time to join the party or if Solana's moment in the sun has already arrived.
The crypto market took a dramatic tumble after President Donald Trump's Liberation Day speech on Wednesday. Markets panicked after President Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on global trading partners.
TL;DR RLUSD stablecoin has surged past $10B in cumulative trading volume, boosted by Kraken joining existing major exchanges. Kraken's listing enhances RLUSD's accessibility for deposits and withdrawals, even as some mobile and instant-buy features await liquidity improvements.
The recent consolidation in XRP price has created a bearish setup that could lead to double-digit correction should a key support level fail. This outlook fits with the crypto market pessimism observed over the past few weeks.
XRP holders and bulls have managed to prevent the token's price from dropping below $2, even as President Trump's ‘Liberation Day' tariffs wiped $140 billion from the cryptocurrency market within a matter of hours.
Even if you're only looking to invest $2,500 or so, there are now a couple of new reasons to buy and hold high-quality coins, especially XRP (XRP -4.58%) and Solana (SOL -7.83%).
Ripple has once again unlocked a massive 1 billion XRP, the second time in a month, but this time, things are different! The release came two days later than usual, fueling speculation across the crypto market. Traders are wondering if Ripple is changing its strategy or preparing for something big.
A major Solana whale deposit sparks speculation, hinting at a potential shift in market momentum.
Renowned social media influencer John Squire has recently sent shockwaves across the broader crypto industry by saying, “XRP rise will trigger countless early retirements.” On Thursday, April 03, the influencer shared an X post conveying that Ripple investors could make enough earnings for early retirements, signaling that a bull run awaits.
It seems as if XRP is laying the groundwork for a possible bullish reversal, following weeks of downward pressure. A retracement may be imminent as the asset has leveled off above the crucial $2.00 level and is displaying indications of strength.
This integration further drives RLUSD's adoption and the growing demand for Ripple's enterprise solutions. RLUSD is a USD-denominated stablecoin designed with trust, utility, and compliance at its core.
Amid Trump's reciprocal tariffs, XRP price came crashing down 5%, testing crucial support at $2, while futures liquidation surged to $18.5 million.
Ethereum (ETH) has been projected to challenge XRP's bullish price performance and possibly surpass it to reach new highs. Despite Ethereum's failure to rally significantly in this bull cycle, a crypto analyst has outlined reasons why this second-largest cryptocurrency is set for explosive upside momentum.
The battle between rival cryptocurrencies Solana (SOL -6.55%) and Ethereum (ETH -3.62%) is heating up, and, at least for now, it seems the latter coin is on the back foot.