As the Ethereum network continues to evolve, its native asset is gaining traction on the market. The price of Ethereum has been steadily increasing, with the possibility of reaching the $3,000 mark.
According to CoinStats, most coins are experiencing an upward trend on the last day of the week. Bitcoin (BTC) has seen a 1.72% increase in price since yesterday, reaching a level close to $49,048. However, traders should closely monitor the candle closure, as a dip below yesterday's peak could indicate a correction to the nearest support zone at $46,000. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $48,122.
In the past 12 hours, Ripple, the cross-border crypto remittances company, and its associated cryptocurrency XRP have been involved in significant transaction activity. A staggering 100 million XRP, valued at almost $52.6 million, was transferred from an unknown wallet to Ripple, according to reports from Whale Alert.
Bitcoin's (BTC) price has garnered significant attention recently as it edges closer to the $50,000 mark, driven by a bullish weekly divergence. Top crypto analyst Michaël van de Poppe took to X (formerly Twitter) to highlight Bitcoin's impressive trajectory, noting its recent break above the $48,000 barrier.
During his recent appearance on CNBC's Squawk Box show, Anthony Pompliano, a prominent VC investor, Bitcoiner, and entrepreneur, discussed the growing popularity of Bitcoin and the success of spot BTC ETFs. Pompliano, also known as 'Pomp' in the cryptocurrency community, highlighted the significant impact of these ETFs on Wall Street.
Flare (FLR) has experienced a significant surge in price following the announcement of the integration of XRP on its network. The price of FLR has jumped by 7.1% in the past 24 hours, reaching $0.03175. This surge in price can be attributed to the positive impact of XRP on the protocol.
According to CoinMarketCap, the cryptocurrency market experienced a decline in prices. Bitcoin (BTC) decreased by 1% over the last 24 hours, Ethereum (ETH) fell by 1.72%, and XRP declined by 2.88%.
The 2024 Super Bowl was not only a memorable event for football fans, but it also brought attention to the world of cryptocurrency. Twitter founder Jack Dorsey made headlines by wearing a shirt that paid homage to Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi. This moment, captured and widely shared on social media, sparked interest in the cryptocurrency community.
A cryptocurrency investor recently achieved a remarkable feat by earning approximately $13.5 million in profits within just four days through strategic Bitcoin transactions. This impressive accomplishment has caught the attention of industry experts and analysts.
As the countdown to Bitcoin's next halving ticks below 10,000 blocks, crypto investors and traders are getting ready for a volatility surge. The halving, a scheduled event that slashes the reward for mining new blocks in half, is a fundamental economic mechanism designed to introduce scarcity into Bitcoin's tokenomics. Historically, these periods have catalyzed significant bullish runs, and this time around, the question on every investor’s mind is whether BTC will break the elusive $50,000 mark.
Digital asset strategist Gabor Gurbacs recently shared his thoughts on the enigmatic Bitcoin creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. In a tweet, Gurbacs highlighted what he believes to be one of the most significant contributions made by Nakamoto to the Bitcoin community.
Edward Snowden and Robert Kiyosaki, two prominent figures, have recently expressed their fascination with the surge in Bitcoin's price. While the Super Bowl captured the attention of the nation, Snowden and Kiyosaki were focused on the Bitcoin chart.
Cryptocurrency trader Bob Loukas recently highlighted the absence of Bitcoin advertisements during Super Bowl LVIII, suggesting that Bitcoin and crypto adoption are still in the early stages. However, Twitter founder Jack Dorsey came to the rescue by wearing a "Satoshi" T-shirt, effectively acting as a walking billboard for Bitcoin.
The Ethereum ecosystem is facing a reality check as the innovative ERC-404 sector on Ethereum experiences a substantial drop. In the past 24 hours, the market capitalization of ERC-404 tokens has plummeted by 29%, with tokens like PANDORA sliding over 15%, DEFROGS tumbling over 22% and RUG collapsing by a staggering 38%.
Dogecoin, a cryptocurrency often influenced by Elon Musk's social media presence, has experienced a notable 4.5% drop in value. This decline follows the news that Musk, the leader of the X platform, is required to testify once more in a regulatory investigation into his acquisition of Twitter. The potential legal implications of Musk's testimony have raised concerns among investors, as Dogecoin could face stringent regulations if classified as a security.
According to the most recent CoinShares report, digital asset investment products received $1.1 billion in inflows in the past week. This brings the year-to-date inflows to $2.7 billion, with assets under management (AuM) reaching its highest level since early 2022 at $59 billion.