Standard Chartered's head of digital asset research Geoffrey Kendrick is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC) amid a correction that has seen the crypto king fall 25% from the all-time high reached in January.

XRP, the fourth largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has returned above the $2 mark following an earlier drop amid a broader sell-off in risk assets.

The world's largest asset manager BlackRock has added bitcoin into its $150 billion model-portfolio for the first time

This week in crypto, the Lazarus Group stole $1.5 billion from Bybit, yet the exchange has sustained the damage and remained operational. US Bitcoin ETFs saw a record $2.6 billion outflow turning BTC bearish and impacting major crypto stocks.

Trump's crypto summit announcement triggered the Bitcoin (BTC) price to climb above $86K. Still, BTC is facing multiple rejections at $85K, trading at $84,809.

A collective of financial analysts specializing in cryptocurrencies has published a study suggesting that XRP could reach the staggering value of 18,000 dollars. This prediction, which sparks as much enthusiasm as skepticism within the crypto community, deserves a thorough examination.

February 2025 was brutal for crypto, with the market crashing by 20.57%. Bitcoin fell 17.5%, Ethereum plunged 32.2%, and XRP dropped 29.3%. Unlike the broader market, XRP took a hit on February 24 but staged a quick recovery the next day, showing resilience. Over the past 24 hours, it has jumped 8.

After a decline in whale accumulation, XRP's price tumbled on the charts before recovery was afoot.

In the last 24 hours, XRP has witnessed a significant shift, leading some to hope for a positive future outlook. XRP's open interest has surged by a substantial 8.43% as investor sentiments teased a potential price rally.

Recently, Swiss National Bank (SNB) President Martin Schlegel rejected the idea of holding bitcoin in the bank's reserves, as suggested by a public initiative. He stated that cryptocurrencies have several issues as an asset class, in an interview with the Tamedia newspaper group.

The Bitcoin (BTC) market has been highly volatile in the last week and under a strong bearish influence. In this period, Bitcoin has crashed by over 15% falling as low as $80,000.

While Bitcoin has struggled to maintain its momentum, certain altcoins are holding strong, signaling a potential breakout. Popular analyst Credible Crypto believes Litecoin (LTC) and XRP could become key players in the next market rally.

In February 2025, the cryptocurrency market witnessed a decline of 20.57%. In the same month, in line with the broader trend, the Bitcoin market dropped nearly 17.5%, Ethereum by 32.2% and XRP by 29.3%. Notably, between February 24 and 26 alone, the crypto market experienced a drop of 12.42%.

This week's market correction has seen Bitcoin (BTC), the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, retest some of its key support levels. As the price starts to recover from the recent lows, some analysts consider the weekend might bring some bullish relief for investors.

Bitlayer, the first Bitcoin-focused layer-2 network, has made a significant announcement today to further advance the vision of expanding Bitcoin beyond its traditional role as a store of value. As the pioneering BTC network, Bitlayer, announced at ETH Denver 2025 its key partnerships with five Blockchains, viz.

Recently, the SEC dropped a lawsuit against Hex founder Richard Heart, sparking community hopes that the XRP case could be settled soon as well. With the SEC backing off more crypto lawsuits, there's more optimism. XRP lawyer John Deaton is asking for a quick end to the Ripple vs.

A United Kingdom court has sentenced an illegal Bitcoin ATM operator to jail for running an unregistered crypto ATM network.

Michael Saylor, former CEO of Strategy, sparked a wave of criticism on X after a comment about selling kidneys to hold onto Bitcoin during its recent sharp drop below $80,000.

The long-running legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has entered a new phase of speculation, following a closed-door meeting held by the SEC on February 27, 2025. Fox Business journalist Eleanor Terrett cleared the rumors that have been spreading that the U.S.

Crypto market analysis reveals that crypto traders and investors are favouring Bitcoin, XRP, Ethereum, and Dogecoin for future market profits. Forecasts from Polymarket, a decentralized predictive market platform, point towards a bullish run for these cryptocurrencies in the year 2025.

Bitcoin jumps 8% to $86,500 after Trump announces a Crypto Summit on March 7. Can BTC sustain this rally, or will trade tensions and inflation weigh on prices? The post Bitcoin Price Rises as Trump Announces Crypto Summit on March 7th: Will This Trend Continue? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Bitcoin's price continues its decline, falling farther from its March all-time high of $109,000. Currently trading below $82,000, the cryptocurrency has experienced a significant 24.6% drop.

The crypto market is buzzing. After a week marked by a sharp correction and intense selling pressure, bitcoin surged to $85,120, rekindling hope among investors and traders.

Changpeng Zhao, also known as CZ, who co-founded the world's largest exchange Binance in 2017 and ran it as the CEO until 2023, has addressed the community to lend a supporting hand to those who have been shaken out by the current crypto market decline.

BlackRock has integrated the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) into one of its model portfolios, marking a significant step in institutional Bitcoin (BTC) adoption. IBIT, the asset managers Bitcoin-holding ETF, now holds a 1% to 2% allocation in BlackRocks target allocation portfolio designed for alternative assets.

Bitcoin (BTC) has plunged over 6.8% in the past 24 hours, slipping below $80,000. This price correction helped close a historical CME gap, a development closely monitored by crypto traders.

MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, is under pressure as its aggressive accumulation strategy, led by Michael Saylor, faces a $3.86 billion unrealized loss. The companys massive Bitcoin purchases, once seen as a bold move, are now a major risk as the market experiences a sharp downturn.

Senator Cynthia Lummis believes a U.S. Bitcoin reserve could take longer than crypto supporters expect, suggesting that states might establish Bitcoin strategic reserves before the federal government. Speaking at a New York conference hosted by Anthony Pompliano, Lummis emphasized that states drive innovation and pointed to other nations already moving forward.

Head of Macro Research at Global Market Investor Julien Bittel has provided an interesting insight into the Bitcoin market following a major price loss in the past week. In a bold move, the financial analyst has backed the premier cryptocurrency to soon pull off a rebound linking the recent price fall to broader macroeconomic conditions.

The US federal court's recent dismissal of an SEC lawsuit against Hex founder Richard Heart has sparked optimism about a potential resolution in the XRP lawsuit. This development, combined with the SEC's growing trend of dismissing crypto lawsuits, has fueled anticipation of an imminent resolution in the Ripple case.

XLM, SUI, SOL, and DOGE are the top performers from the larger-cap alts.

A popular crypto strategist says that the altcoins currently showing market strength despite Bitcoin's (BTC) downturn may spearhead the next digital asset rally.

Earlier today, Bitcoin (BTC) dropped below $80,000 for the first time in over three months. According to data from Binance, BTC hit a low of $78,258, filling the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) gap between $78,000 and $80,000.

Robert Kiyosaki, a renowned financial education advocate and the author of the popular book on finance management “Rich Dad Poor Dad”, has issued a gloomy prediction about the global financial system, adding that Bitcoin can help one go through its future collapse securely.

History did not repeat itself this time.

SBI Holdings, a major Ripple partner, has just dropped a financial report that reveals eye-opening details about XRP. From its circulation supply to its soaring market value, the report highlights XRP's impressive rise. Even more surprising, XRP's value has multiplied over time, reflecting its strong position in the market.

Bitcoin (BTC) ended February on a bearish note, dropping over 17% last month, with US Bitcoin ETFs seeing $3.5 billion of outflows last month. This marks the biggest monthly withdrawal since launch as macro uncertainties, the Trump trade war have escalated crypto market panic over the past week.

Renowned investor and author Robert Kiyosaki has expressed his distrust of Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), branding them as tools of the financial elite.

The SSR is a very important metric that can be used to assess what's next for Bitcoin

At this moment, investors and analysts are frightened and uncertain about the short-term future.

US inflation data has injected renewed optimism into the Bitcoin and broader cryptocurrency markets. In January, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) inflation—the Federal Reserve's preferred measure—fell to 2.5%, precisely in line with expectations.

Bitcoin's recent price drop has sparked concern among investors, and according to Matrixport, this correction could continue until April. The firm points to macroeconomic factors like a strengthening US dollar and shifting central bank policies as key drivers of Bitcoin's struggle.

March 1, 2025 05:06:16 UTC President Trump to Speak at First White House Cryptocurrency Summit on March 7 President Trump is set to attend and speak at the inaugural White House Cryptocurrency Summit on March 7.

Bitcoin is currently experiencing one of the most significant price gaps in its history, marking a period of heightened volatility in the cryptocurrency market. According to data from Alphractal, a platform specializing in crypto market analysis, the gap is being observed in the CME Bitcoin futures market.

As of now, XRP is continuing to trade below its key support-turned-resistance zone, which ranges between $2.25 and $2.30. This area has proven to be a crucial level for the coin's price, and any attempts to rally higher are likely to face resistance here.

Bitcoin's price recently experienced another significant downturn, falling below $80,000 earlier today—a nearly 20% decrease in just the past week. This prolonged slump highlights the broader challenges facing the market, with minimal signs of recovery in sight.

Crypto prices today (March 1) have reignited a bullish market sentiment among traders and investors globally, illustrating signs of recovery. Bitcoin (BTC) price gained nearly 8% in the past 24 hours.