Charles Schwab Corp CEO Rick Wurster is reportedly eyeing an April 2026 launch window to provide spot Bitcoin (BTC) trading services to Schwab clients.According to RIABiz, Wurster cited a 400% increase in traffic to Schwab's crypto website as evidence of investor interest in digital assets. The CEO predicted: “Our expectation is that with the changing regulatory environment, we are hopeful and likely to be able to launch direct spot crypto.

One of Zug, Switzerland's Spar supermarkets has begun accepting Bitcoin as a form of payment, following an increasing number of enterprises welcoming cryptocurrency for day-to-day purchases. The move is a big development for the global grocery chain with almost 14,000 stores spread around the globe and catering to nearly 15 million customers every day.

Charles Schwab, a major brokerage firm in the United States, has announced plans to start direct spot crypto trading within the next 12 months. This news has sparked interest among crypto enthusiasts, especially for assets like XRP, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu, as the firm aims to tap into the growing digital asset market.

Think you've missed the chance to catch the next big crypto wave before 2025? Not yet. As the market starts to steady and attention turns to tokens with real use cases, a select few are emerging—not from viral hype, but from practical, working solutions.

Investment banking giant Standard Chartered has made a bold price prediction for XRP, suggesting the cryptocurrency could reach $12.50 before the end of President Trump's term in office.

The Bitcoin dominance in the cryptocurrency market is inching dangerously close to a long-term resistance level that has triggered major reversals in the past. This resistance level is highlighted on the weekly BTC.D candlestick timeframe chart.

A Bitcoin wallet that had remained dormant for an entire decade has suddenly sprung to life, according to blockchain tracking platform Lookonchain.

Despite market uncertainty and a turbulent start to April, some popular crypto analysts remain optimistic about XRP's long-term potential, even in bearish conditions.

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Ripple XRP is the most purchased altcoin by Latin American (LATAM) residents. A new report shows 9% of all crypto purchases in the region in 2024 was XRP.

Cryptocurrency analyst Benjamin Cowen has proposed that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) could potentially see a 137% increase in a perfect market scenario. What Happened: Cowen, during his discussion with Kyle Chasse, put forth that Bitcoin could reach up to $200,000 if it is currently in a right-translated cycle.

The Great Recession launched Bitcoin in the first place. Now, Fed Chair fears Trump's tariffs may lead to another financial crunch.

Robert Kiyosaki, the well-known entrepreneur and author, has predicted that Bitcoin's price will soon exceed $1 million. What Happened: In a post on X on Friday, Kiyosaki, the author of the best-selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad, expressed the view that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) will cross the $1 million mark.

The XRP price has remained in a bear market this year, despite the network receiving a series of positive news. Ripple (XRP) was trading at $2.10 on Saturday, down by 40% from its highest point this year.

Veteran market analyst Peter Brandt has issued a gloomy year-end forecast for XRP, suggesting the asset may struggle to maintain its momentum despite recent gains.

New data from the market intelligence firm Glassnode suggests that Bitcoin (BTC) could be nearing an early bear market. In a new thread on the social media platform X, Glassnode says that the crypto king is flashing signs that historically predate its entering into a bearish phase.

Around 4 a.m. Eastern time Saturday, when Bitcoin's block height reached 893,088, the network difficulty ratcheted upward to a new all‑time high, making the quest for new blocks considerably more difficult for miners. Block 893,088 Triggers Another All‑Time High in Mining Complexity After the prior adjustment delivered a 6.81% gain, Bitcoin's difficulty has climbed anew.

Bitcoin is slowly pushing higher, aiming to reclaim the 200-day moving average, but the price remains stuck below it. Considering the futures market sentiment, the next breakout or rejection could spark major volatility.

Spar has become the first supermarket in Switzerland to begin accepting Bitcoin (BTC), marking a significant milestone in the country's progressive approach to digital asset adoption.

XRP is currently trading near $2 after bouncing back from $1.61, with many traders viewing this as a setup for its next significant move. The Ripple vs. SEC battle is over, and with a pro-crypto SEC boss now in place, XRP's path seems clearer, making it a more appealing asset.

Whales and institutions are increasing their Bitcoin holdings ahead of Easter, as market analysts predict a weekend with less volatility after two weeks of heightened volatility driven by escalating global trade tensions.London-based investment firm Abraxas Capital acquired 2,949 Bitcoin (BTC) worth more than $250 million during the four days leading up to April 19. In the latest transaction, the firm bought over $45 million worth of Bitcoin from Binance on April 18, according to crypto intelligence firm Lookonchain, citing Arkham Intelligence data.

A popular crypto analyst from the Good Morning Crypto podcast has made a strong prediction about XRP. He believes that the approval of XRP-based ETFs could trigger massive buying pressure, pushing prices higher.

Tether doubles down on mining with Bitdeer and OCEAN, and invests in Fizen to improve digital payment accessibility and infrastructure.

It seems hard to believe, but the price of Bitcoin (BTC 1.05%) on Jan. 1, 2023, was just $16,625. Fast-forward to today, and the price of Bitcoin is nearly $85,000.

XRP (XRP) has bounced nearly 30% after a four-month low of $1.61 amid rising tariff tensions. However, the rebound may be short-lived as technical patterns and on-chain signals now point to a deeper correction ahead.XRP cup-and-handle pattern hints at 40% drop XRP is forming a classic bearish reversal pattern that could see its price falling by at least 40% in the coming weeks.

Texas House discusses Bitcoin reserve initiative, potential $500M investment.

While markets struggle to regain their momentum, a silent accumulation of bitcoin by the largest holders, the famous "whales," is reshuffling the cards. By absorbing much more than the newly issued supply, these players are changing the market balance.

Financial author Robert Kiyosaki has predicted that Bitcoin could reach $1 million by 2035, while gold may hit $30,000 and silver $3,000 per ounce.

Bitcoin coils below $87.5K as whales stack billions—next stop $100K, or will momentum fade again?

A cryptocurrency analyst has identified a zone just below the $2 mark that he believes could serve as a much-needed local bottom for XRP.

Coinbase is once again in legal crosshairs — Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield has launched a complaint against the crypto exchange, alleging it sold unregistered securities to residents of the U.S. state without properly screening the risky investments to protect consumers.

The XRP price has been displaying magnificent strength as the levels have been held above the crucial support range around $1.8 since December 2024. This suggests the bulls are extremely vigilant, and hence the upcoming events may have a bullish impact on the token.

Bitcoin traded at $85,287 on Saturday, commanding a $1.69 trillion market capitalization while moving $10.68 billion across exchanges in 24 hours. During the session, the leading cryptocurrency by market cap roamed between $84,366 and $85,398, packing price tension into a narrow corridor that could ignite the next decisive break.

The founder of the Cardano (ADA) crypto project, Charles Hoskinson, is leaning bullish on Bitcoin (BTC). In a new CNBC interview, Hoskinson says that Bitcoin is not headed towards “another crypto winter” or a downturn.

Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen anticipates that Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) will maintain its dominance over altcoins until there are alterations in the US monetary policy. What Happened: In a video post on Wednesday, Cowen communicated his insights to his 892,000 YouTube subscribers.

Bitcoin (BTC) faces “unprecedented” US dollar correlation as new BTC price research gives a $75,000 floor.In one of his latest analyses on April 18, network economist Timothy Peterson calculated that BTC/USD may rise as high as $138,000 within the next three months. BTC price probabilities give bulls the upper hand Bitcoin is navigating highly unusual macroeconomic conditions as a result of the ongoing US trade war, but history still offers clues as to where BTC price action may head next.

As uncertainty grips global markets, a strong signal emerges from the Bitcoin network: more than 170,000 BTC, nearly 14 billion dollars, have left dormant wallets. Such a rare and massive movement reactivates the specter of high volatility.

Prominent macroeconomist Lyn Alden believes Bitcoin is on track to finish 2025 above its current price of around $85,000. The post Lyn Alden Says Bitcoin Would Be Higher if Not for Trump's Tariff Shock appeared first on Cryptonews.

Ripple is again breaking into the Asia market with a new XRP product, which would help drive institutional adoption. This move has been made in partnership with HashKey Capital, which launched this fund in order to expand institutional access to the altcoin.

Bitcoin may be on the cusp of a strong bullish breakout as President Donald Trump considers replacing Jerome Powell as current chair of the Federal Reserve, even though he does not have the authority to do so.

Legendary trader Peter Brandt has once again caught the investors' attention with his bearish prediction for XRP price. The veteran trader has made a series of predictions recently for the S&P 500, gold, Yen, Bitcoin, and Crude oil.

Samson Mow, CEO of JAN3 and a strong Bitcoin supporter, just dropped a truth bomb for the crypto investors. Mow explained how many investors fall for a trap called “unit bias,” thinking cheap-looking coins like XRP, SOL are better deals.

XRP trades at $2.08 on Saturday, April 19, 2025, boasting a $121 billion market capitalization and logging $1.43 billion in 24‑hour turnover. During the session, price meandered between $2.06 and $2.09—an unusually narrow corridor hinting at subdued volatility amid conflicting technical cues. XRP On the 1-hour chart, XRP opened the session near $2.

XRP, the cryptocurrency with real utility in global cross-border payment, has been experiencing price stagnation for some time. The value of XRP has stayed below $2.50 in the last 30 days as the price continues to fluctuate in the digital asset market.

As the Ripple community eagerly awaits the XRP ETF launch, all eyes are on its potential impact on the token's price. Experts believe that the US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) approval of a Ripple ETF and its potential launch spark a ‘perfect storm' for the coin.

China M2 supply hit a new high of 326T Yuan ($44.7T) at the end of the first quarter, sparking speculation that Bitcoin might soon surge in value.

The Bitcoin block 666,666 continues to be a standout, as it continues to capture the attention and imagination of the crypto community years after it was mined.

Although Bitcoin (BTC) continues to hold steady in the mid-$80,000 range, analysts are forecasting that significant volatility may be imminent for the leading cryptocurrency. That said, most analysts predict a potential price rally for the apex digital asset.