Data shared by crypto trader and analyst Ali Martinez shows that cryptocurrency whales have shoveled a massive amount of Ethereum recently.

Ether (ETH) is facing increasing criticism from some investors and analysts who question its long-term investment appeal. The post VC Blames Layer-2s and Token Inflation for Ether's Waning Investment Appeal appeared first on Cryptonews.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has rallied 15% in 24 hours, easily beating Bitcoin's 1% increase, fuelling forecasts of a 415% surge from its $0.000016 price to $0.000081. Analysts are calling attention to its breakout out of a descending channel and a cup-and-handle pattern that could see it rally to $0.0001833 — a 1,200% jump — if resistance breaks.

Will Bitcoin hold on its crucial bull market dynamic support in Q2?

As an investment, XRP (XRP -5.23%) does not really need to compete in every flashy new category within cryptocurrency to pay off for its holders. Rather than spreading thin, its tight focus on providing fast, inexpensive, and legally compliant money transfers for financial institutions means that it can expect to continue growing so long as there are potential users that are still processing their transfers in slower or more expensive ways.

Dogecoin price may be preparing for a strong rebound as signs of bearish momentum fade and the potential for a significant rally emerges. Traders are closely monitoring the price action, which suggests that Dogecoin could rise as much as 450% from current levels.

Australia has surprisingly snubbed Bitcoin and other tech in its budget as the whole excitement came crashing down disappointingly. While most countries are gravitating towards Bitcoin and other technologies, the lack of a mention left Australians with dismay.

XRP (XRP -5.48%) and Shiba Inu (SHIB -2.76%) went in opposite directions during the past 12 months. XRP, the native cryptocurrency of the Ripple blockchain, surged about 280% as it overcame its biggest regulatory challenges.

Recent developments in the XRP lawsuit, coupled with the SEC's increasingly favorable stance, have sparked speculation about an imminent settlement in the Ripple case. Although experts are divided on the likelihood of a swift dismissal, a prevailing view is that the case is unlikely to drag on beyond two months.

Solana (SOL) is currently holding above the $125 mark, a level that has acted as support in recent weeks. While this may appear a sign of strength, the broader sentiment around SOL remains cautious.

Bitcoin price crumbled amidst market concerns, CRO, BERA, FORM lead weekly gains.

Bitcoin is trading below a crucial demand zone as bears regain control of the market, ending a brief period of optimism and minor upward movement. Selling pressure has resumed after several days of calm, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty surrounding risk assets.

Amid the broader crypto market correction, you might be surprised to find out that a number of high-profile investors continue to double (and even triple) down on their optimistic price predictions for Bitcoin (BTC -1.60%). Billionaire Silicon Valley venture capitalist (VC) Tim Draper, for example, still thinks Bitcoin could hit $250,000 by the end of 2025.

Most of the crypto market is in the red today.

Ethereum (ETH -1.30%) and Solana (SOL -4.03%) are both priced at what might be a hearty discount, with the former falling by 44% during the past 12 months, and the latter falling by 28% in the same period. It's easy to see why potential buyers would be wary.

Bitcoin appears bearish right now. Since the start of 2025, Bitcoin's price has declined by over 10.50%. The current BTC price is $83,706.02. It seems that the Bitcoin market follows the general trend of the US stock market. During this period, the S&P 500 index has dropped by at least 5.44%.

Samson Mow, the CEO at AN3, has shared his take on the current Bitcoin situation in the market as the world's largest cryptocurrency keeps dropping and has lost 4.3% in the past two days.

Bitcoin's dominance is on the rise, now at 58.8%, up from 51% in December marking its highest since early 2021. This figure shows Bitcoin's market share compared to all cryptocurrencies. Despite hopes for an altcoin season, Bitcoin's dominance keeps growing, defying the usual trend where capital shifts to altcoins as the market matures.

What if France became a hub of innovation for Bitcoin? While the debates on cryptocurrency often oscillate between fascination and distrust, Clara Chappaz, the delegated minister for Digital Affairs, opens an unprecedented door: exploiting French nuclear power to mine Bitcoin.

AVAX may be in line for more gains in the short term.

Following a period of intense price consolidation, the Ethereum (ETH) market experienced an eventful trading week that featured a damning rejection at the $2,100 price level which has emerged as a major resistance zone in recent times. Following this bearish development, analysts continue to speculate on the future of crypto's largest altcoin.

Trump's BitMEX pardons and regulatory easing spark optimism as Bitcoin defends $83.6K support. Institutional sentiment lifts amid crypto policy shift. The post $100M Fine Reversed: Trump Pardon Fuels Bitcoin $83.6K Price Defense appeared first on Cryptonews.

Trump's pardon of BitMEX founders boosts crypto sentiment as Bitcoin defends $83.6K support amid renewed institutional interest and easing regulations. The post Bitcoin Holds $83.6K After Trump Pardons BitMEX Founders in $100M Case appeared first on Cryptonews.

After failing to regain a bullish outlook on Friday during the Western financial markets, the crypto market continued to record bearish sentiment on Saturday during the early Asian trading session. The total crypto market cap dropped nearly 5 percent in the past 24 hours to hover about $2.813 trillion at the time of this writing.

Story Highlights: XRP Price Today: It is presently changing hands at $2.14, with a drop of 5.51% since the previous day. XRP News: XRP holders await a closure date of the Ripple vs SEC lawsuit, and approval of ETFs, as Paul Atkins calls for a supportive framework for the cryptocurrencies.

In a bold call for transparency, pro-XRP attorney John Deaton urges the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to provide clarity over Bill Hinman's controversial speech. Deaton pushes the regulator to release the long-awaited Inspector General (IG) report on Hinman's “Ether Speech.

Peter Brandt, a veteran market analyst, has identified a pattern in XRP's price chart called a head and shoulders top. This is a bearish pattern usually that signals an imminent downtrend. He suggests that the price will drop, potentially reaching its lowest point from November 2024, unless the coin makes a strong recovery.

Bitcoin continues its downward spiral for the fourth consecutive day, hitting a low of $83,387 on March 28. Paradoxically, while small investors are panicking, "whales" are significantly increasing their positions, according to several market analysts.

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen is highlighting a technical signal that could trigger a massive leg down for Bitcoin (BTC). In a new strategy session, Cowen tells his 888,000 YouTube subscribers that Bitcoin could witness a death cross “in about one to two weeks” if the status quo remains.

XRP's price has taken a hit recently, and it's not just XRP—Ethereum, Dogecoin, and Bitcoin are all down too. Bitcoin is struggling to hold the $85,000 mark, which is a key support level. So, what's causing this sell-off? A few key factors are at play.

Bitcoin has dropped below the $85,000 level as selling pressure returns across the crypto market. After several days of tight consolidation just under the $88K resistance zone, bearish momentum has regained control, dragging prices lower and signaling the end of a short-lived period of stability.

Bitcoin is showing signs of weakness. Could a major crash be coming?

Ether's (ETH) declining appeal as an investment comes from layer-2's draining value from the main network and a lack of community pushback on excessive token creation, a crypto venture capitalist says.“The #1 cause of this is greedy Eth L2s siphoning value from the L1 and the social consensus that excess token creation was A-OK,” Castle Island Ventures partner Nic Carter said in a March 28 X post.

BlackRock, the world's largest investment firm, is showing strong interest in Ethereum (ETH). According to Robert Mitchnick, the head of digital assets at BlackRock, the company is more excited about Ethereum than Bitcoin, especially among its tech team. Mitchnick revealed that for every four people excited about Ethereum, only one is focused on Bitcoin.

Today is a crucial day in the cryptocurrency market, as more than $14 billion worth of Bitcoin and Ethereum options are due to expire. Such a huge expiration may result in significant price changes and trading volumes.

The crypto market took a major hit on Friday, wiping out nearly all the gains from earlier this week. Bitcoin, which was hovering close to $88,000, plunged to $83,800, marking a 3.8% decline in just 24 hours. Major altcoins like Avalanche (AVAX), Polygon (POL), Near (NEAR), and Uniswap (UNI) losing almost 10%.

XRP and BTC tumble as US tariffs and inflation rattle markets. SEC delays and macro risks drive cautious sentiment across crypto assets.

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has rolled out two new mechanisms designed to boost community involvement in token management: Vote to List and Vote to Delist. These initiatives allow users to have a direct say in which tokens get listed or removed from the platform, hinting at a more decentralized decision-making.

Peter Schiff, a BTC critic, has recently predicted that Bitcoin price could plummet to as low as $10,000. Schiff has expressed concerns over Bitcoin's long-term viability, particularly in comparison to gold.

Dogecoin (DOGE) is trading around $0.1802, down over 5% in the past 24 hours, facing renewed bearish momentum. The popular meme coin has failed to maintain key resistance and support levels, increasing fears of a significant breakdown.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has once again struggled to break through a crucial resistance, raising doubts about its short-term bullish momentum. After briefly climbing above $0.00001400, SHIB reversed sharply and is now trading at $0.00001327, marking a daily loss of over 5%.

XRP is under heavy selling pressure after dropping nearly 6% in a sharp daily move, falling below key support levels and currently trading around $2.20. This decline brings the crucial $2.00 psychological level into focus, a zone that could determine the next direction for XRP.

Bitcoin has broken below its 200-day moving average, a key technical support level, following the latest U.S. inflation report. The move comes after the February Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index showed inflation remains stubbornly high, raising concerns among investors.

Hopes for a continued crypto rebound were dashed Friday as a sharp market sell-off erased nearly all gains from earlier in the week. Bitcoin (BTC), which hovered near $88,000 just a day ago, plunged to $83,800, marking a 3.8% drop in 24 hours.

The price of bitcoin has been going through a rough patch post the announcement of tariffs by the US President. Gold reached $3,080 on March 28, 2025, coinciding with Schiff's most recent remarks.

SOL's social sentiment is soaring on BlackRock and GameStop news, but price action signals caution. What's next for Solana?

While Bitcoin has seen less upward momentum in recent days, the asset still manages to maintain stabilization above the $84,000 ever since its reclaimed it earlier this week. So far, BTC's uptick in the past week has reduced to a mere 0.2% as it price currently trades at $84,263 down by 3.

Shiba Inu (SHIB) has outpaced Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) in the percentage of long-term holders, signaling growing investor confidence in the memecoin.