Because of extreme volatility in the crypto market, investors search for alternative investment opportunities. The value decline of Cardano to around $0.80 has brought insecurity to its holders as Dogecoin (DOGE) owners shift their focus toward this new emerging altcoin.

The long-running legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. SEC has kept the crypto world on edge. While the SEC recently dropped cases against major firms like Coinbase and Kraken, many wonder if Ripple could be next.

Cardano (ADA) has been testing a pivotal price range, fueling optimism that it could soon reclaim the $1.5 mark. Despite the broader cryptocurrency market facing bearish pressure, ADA has demonstrated resilience, showing signs of strength as whales heavily accumulate the token.

XRP price is up today ahead of the first White House Crypto Summit, and holding a key support level could see the altcoin rally toward $5.85.

Bitcoin struggles to overcome $90,000 as bears attempt to hold the level as resistance, but BTC and altcoin charts suggest the upside is the most likely path that prices will take.

The blockchain firm still faces legal action in appellate court from the SEC as its CEO plans to attend a crypto summit at the White House on March 7.

Check out why XRP might record additional gains in the short term.

Ripple News: Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has announced that the company will provide a $50 million grant to the newly launched National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA). The non-profit organization aims to enhance crypto literacy and promote safe adoption across the United States.

Crypto prices have made solid gains today, March 5, 2025. The total crypto market cap is back above $3 trillion and Bitcoin reclaimed $90,000 briefly before retreating to around $89,000.

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After heavy falls, Solana's chart is pointing towards a big rebound today, with its trading volume doubling in a matter of days. The post Solana Crashes 12% as Daily Trading Volume Surges to $10 Billion – Are Whales Dumping? appeared first on Cryptonews.

Ripple has taken a step toward advancing crypto education in the United States by spearheading the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) launch. The NCA is positioned as an independent, non-partisan organization with no political affiliations.

Ripple Labs' chief technology officer (CTO), David Schwartz, said the company has a right to sell XRP tokens for operational funding, stating that Ripple is under no obligation to act in the interests of investors.

XRP has regained bullish momentum, climbing over 4% in the past 24 hours to trade above $2.4 mark. The token is rebounding from a sharp sell-off triggered by Donald Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on U.S. imports from Canada and Mexico.

TL;DR The cryptocurrency market lost $800 billion in February 2025, dropping by 20.2%. This was driven by factors such as the historic Bybit hack, trade tensions fueled by Trump, and decreased activity in Solana.

Shaquille O'Neal , the NBA legend turned business mogul, has consistently voiced skepticism about cryptocurrency, yet evidence reveals he dipped into the market with a $20,000 Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) purchase to acquire NFTs in 2021. "I don't understand it, so I will probably stay away from it until I get a full understanding," O'Neal told CNBC in 2022.

The National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) is now officially live, aiming to clear up confusion, provide resources and give people a better understanding of how digital assets work. The person leading this effort is Stuart Alderoty, who will serve as president while continuing in his role as chief legal officer at Ripple.

WisdomTree has tipped XRP and Solana (SOL) to spearhead an altcoin resurgence in 2025 as investors turn their gaze outside Bitcoin (BTC). The firm's report points to impressive use cases and incoming mass institutional adoption for both assets.

Bitcoin and Ether were widely expected in a US crypto reserve, but American-made projects like Ripple, Solana and Cardano raise eyebrows.

President Donald Trump recently outlined five cryptocurrencies as potential candidates for the U.S. strategic crypto reserve: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP), and Cardano (ADA).

XRP News: Ripple whales have once again sent shockwaves across the broader crypto market with their massive movers. On-chain data revealed by a top crypto analyst highlighted that over $5 billion worth of XRP was transferred in the past 24 hours.

Stellar (XLM) has gained more than 9% in the last 24 hours, reaching a high of $0.308 in the early Wednesday session. XLM is gaining traction, along with the rest of the cryptocurrency market.

Cardano has seen massive volatility since last weekend after an explosive 80% price surge, fueled by President Trump's announcement that ADA will be part of the U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve. The news triggered a wave of buying activity, sending Cardano soaring as investors reacted to the unexpected endorsement.

Ripple Labs, the issuer and biggest holder of XRP, has been maintaining a system of gradual releases for additional tokens into circulation for years.

There are many good reasons to consider buying leading cryptocurrencies like Solana (SOL 2.88%) or Ethereum (ETH 5.79%), but that does not mean that every reason to invest in them is a valid one.

The phenomenon of "ricerca di sicurezza"

Ripple chief executive Brad Garlinghouse has just reposted a tweet about the launch of the The National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA).

XRP could take a different path and fall.

Ripple CTO David Schwartz has put an end to speculation regarding the potential creation of additional XRP tokens. In response to recent claims on social media, Schwartz clarified that the XRP Ledger (XRPL) does not allow for the minting of new XRP under any circumstances.

TL;DR Solana proposes a variable SOL emission model based on staking participation to optimize network security and stability. The new system aims to reduce inflation and selling pressure by adjusting token issuance according to validator activity.

Cardano (ADA) has once again cleared all losses as its value skyrocketed by 46% in the past seven days, fueled by bullish sentiment on the cryptocurrency market. ADA rose to a high of $1.02 as market participants actively traded the coin.

XRP has experienced significant price movements recently, especially with the massive accumulation by whales. Over the past week, large holders have been quietly stacking up XRP, potentially positioning the altcoin for a significant price boost.

Pi Network's subscribers base on X may soon exceed Dogecoin's (DOGE).

Cardano (ADA) has gained 46% in a remarkable rebound weekly, bringing the cryptocurrency back to the key $1 level.

Peter Schiff, economist and crypto critic, demands an investigation into Trump's crypto reserve, claiming that the announcement might amount to a pump and dump scheme.

After the massive turmoil on the cryptocurrency market in the past few days, on Wednesday, March 5, we saw a rebound, with the prices of digital assets shining green. In the midst of this relief, an unknown large investor withdrew 95,254,697 XRP, equivalent to 235.67 million USD, from major centralized exchange OKX.

Ali Martinez, a well-known cryptocurrency analyst, recently highlighted a significant rise in the number of active XRP wallets, according to data from Glassnode.

Tracy Jin, Chief Operating Officer of cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, on Wednesday attributed President Donald Trump's decision to include Cardano (CRYPTO: ADA) and Ripple‘s (CRYPTO: XRP) in the U.S. strategic crypto reserve to his businessman instincts, despite market skepticism and a subsequent Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) price retreat. What Happened: Unveiled on Sunday, the reserve—set to include Bitcoin, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), Solana (CRYPTO: SOL), XRP, and Cardano—triggered a swift market reaction, with Bitcoin climbing from $85,000 to $95,000 before relinquishing all gains by Monday.

The National Cryptocurrency Association officially launched on Wednesday, aiming to help Americans better understand the industry.

Macroeconomic factors, memecoin scams and the industry's largest-ever hack drove investor capital to safer assets, including stablecoins and RWAs.

A trading expert is warning that Solana (SOL) could be headed for steep losses, potentially up to 60%, as the decentralized finance (DeFi) asset keeps hitting a wall at $150.

As of March 5, 2025, XRP traded at $2.48, commanding a $143 billion valuation and $8.04 billion in daily activity, fluctuating between $2.30 and $2.54—a harmonious equilibrium across temporal intervals. XRP Looking at the 1 hour XRP chart, a near-term upward bias materialized as XRP charted rising minima below the $2.54 barrier.

Solana price is gaining today after a recovery across the broader crypto market. However, a recent $20M move by a Solana whale has stirred speculation about whether a reversal was imminent.

Ripple's XRP got a major validation boost when US President Donald Trump included it in the US Strategic Crypto Reserve. This has led whales to turn their attention to XRP, along with the altcoins (Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano) named in the reserve.

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a robust rebound, with Cardano (ADA), KAITO, and Dohrnii (DHN) emerging as standout performers. Cardano has soared 64% from its recent low, fueled by regulatory optimism, while KAITO's 22.7% surge reflects strong buying pressure. Meanwhile, Dohrnii has skyrocketed 118.1%, driven by explosive trading volume.

The conversation surrounding Cardano (ADA) as a potential U.S. reserve asset has been gaining traction, but experts remain divided on its viability. The idea, which initially started as part of a broader discussion on alternative cryptocurrencies, has sparked skepticism as analysts question whether ADA has the necessary characteristics to be classified alongside established assets like Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH).

“Ripple can, will, and should act in its own interest,” said David “JoelKatz” Schwartz in response to criticism regarding the firm's XRP sales.

XRP price jumped more than 5% today and hovered near the $2.5 mark while its one-day trading volume was down 25% to $9.5 billion. It's worth noting that the crypto has faced massive volatile trading lately, slipping below the $2 mark recently.