Bitcoin (BTC) has surged from around $108,000 on September 1 to above $115,000 at the time of writing – recording a gain of roughly 4% over the past two weeks. However, fresh on-chain data suggests that Bitcoin may be on the cusp of a fresh rally that could propel it to new all-time highs (ATH).

Bitcoin Rises Above Mid-Term Holders’ Realized Price

According to a CryptoQuant Quicktake post by contributor ShayanMarkets, Bitcoin’s recent rebound from $107,000 to just above $114,000 has lifted the digital asset over the Realized Price of mid-term (3-6 months) holders.

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For the uninitiated, the mid-term holders’ Realized Price is the average acquisition cost of Bitcoin held by wallets that last moved their coins within the past 3–6 months. It serves as a key pivot level, often acting as support or resistance that reflects sentiment and potential sell pressure from this cohort.

Per analysis by ShayanMarkets, the mid-term holders’ Realized Price currently stands at around $114,000. Now that BTC has surged above this level, the likelihood of an immediate sell-off has reduced significantly. The analyst added:

A firm breakout and hold above this level would confirm renewed confidence from mid-term holders, potentially serving as the launchpad for another bullish leg that could propel Bitcoin to new all-time highs. Conversely, failure to hold above $114K risks shifting sentiment back toward caution and opens the path to deeper corrective moves.

A Bump On The Road For BTC

Fellow CryptoQuant contributor Gaah brought attention to short-term holders’ (STH) Spent Output Profit Ratio (SOPR), normalized with a 30-day moving average. The contributor noted that after four months of consistently operating above the break-even line, the indicator is now showing that STH are selling their holdings at a loss.

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The STH selling their BTC at a loss indicates a “momentary loss of confidence” on the part of speculators, who are typically more sensitive to changes in price. Although BTC has jumped from $60,000 to as high as $125,000 over the past year, the SOPR STH has recorded descending peaks.

In past cycles, a sharp surge in price was usually accompanied by peaks in the Extreme Greed region, suggesting strong retail participation. However, the current market cycle did not see any such dynamic at play, hinting that the rise in price was likely sustained by institutional investors.

Gaah added that historically, market tops have only been confirmed when SOPR STH levels reached levels of extreme greed, a development that has not yet occurred in the current rally. As a result, the long-term trend remains firm, and the current realization of losses may just be a temporary healthy pullback.

That said, some analysts caution that Bitcoin may already be very close to hitting its peak for this market cycle. Others predict that BTC may slump in September, before it resumes its bullish trajectory in Q4 2025. 

Still, some analysts forecast Bitcoin reaching as high as $150,000 by Christmas. At press time, BTC trades at $115,050, up 0.7% in the past 24 hours.

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Ethereum price found support near the $3,400 zone and recovered. ETH is struggling to settle above $3,700 and might dip once again.

• Ethereum started a fresh increase above the $3,440 and $3,500 levels.
• The price is trading below $3,620 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average.
• There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3,620 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken).
• The pair could start a fresh increase if it remains supported above the $3,500 zone in the near term.

Ethereum Price Dips Below $3,600

Ethereum price started a fresh increase from the $3,365 support zone, beating Bitcoin. ETH price was able to recover above the $3,400 and $3,500 resistance levels.

There was a move above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,877 swing high to the $3,369 low. The bulls even pushed the price above the $3,700 resistance zone. However, the bears remained active near the $3,750 zone.

The 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,877 swing high to the $3,369 low acted as a resistance. The price started another decline below $3,700. There was a break below a key bullish trend line with support at $3,620 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD.

Ethereum price is now trading below $3,600 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. On the upside, the price could face resistance near the $3,620 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,700 level.

The first major resistance is near the $3,750 level. A clear move above the $3,750 resistance might send the price toward the $3,820 resistance. An upside break above the $3,820 resistance might call for more gains in the coming sessions. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $4,000 resistance zone or even $4,120 in the near term.

More Losses In ETH?

If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,620 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,550 level. The first major support sits near the $3,510 zone.

A clear move below the $3,510 support might push the price toward the $3,420 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,350 support level in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,220.

Technical Indicators

Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone.

Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone.

Major Support Level – $3,550

Major Resistance Level – $3,750

SOL Charts Hint At Retrace To $140 As Bullish Pattern Forms

In an X post on August 1, Pillows outlines a Solana price prediction based on a forming cup-and-handle pattern on the monthly chart. In general trading, the cup-and-handle represents a classic bullish continuation pattern. As observed in the chart below, it begins with a tea cup formation where price first declines and then gradually recovers, forming a “U” or bowl-shaped curve.

After the cup, the price pulls back slightly, creating the “handle.” Pillows’ analysis indicates that Solana is currently at this stage of the bullish pattern following a previous price rally to $235 earlier in January 2025. Solana is now undergoing a long-term descending consolidation movement, which Pillows project will lead the altcoin to trade as low as $140-$150.

Presently, SOL trades around $159, indicating the altcoin may still undergo an additional estimated 11% price loss despite the registered heavy corrections in the past week. However, being a bullish continuation pattern, Solana’s successful return to $140-150 price range would also signal a potential price rally.

However, Pillows’ analysis also indicates that the altcoin must first break past the neckline price at $235 to validate such bullish intent. If this scenario plays out positively, the top market analyst predicts Solana to trade as high as $1,000, suggesting a potential 532.91% gain on present spot prices.

Despite recent price corrections, Ted Pillows strongly supports Solana’s bullish potential, noting the altcoin continues to record high levels of network activity, signalling a substantial level of market interest.

Solana Market Overview

At the time of writing, Solana trades at $159.34 after a 3.84% decline in the past day. Meanwhile, the asset’s daily trading volume is also down by 37.85% and valued at $4.98 billion. However, in line with Pillows’ prediction, Solana holds immense potential for future price appreciation, especially as a potential altseason approaches.

The bullish sentiment among SOL investors is also driven by substantial institutional interest in the altcoin among many others. NewsBTC has earlier reported that several asset managers, including Grayscale, VanEck, and Fidelity, have also revised their Solana Spot ETF applications with the SEC, indicating ongoing dialogue between both parties in view of a potential approval.

Over the past few weeks, XRP has been on a wild ride, rising from below $2.30 to highs above $3.50. A double top, a well-known bearish chart pattern, could form, but the asset’s recent momentum might be hiding this new technical risk. Based on the current price structure, XRP is making a comeback after a steep decline, after its initial breakout near the $3.50 region. 

The bulls’ continued activity is indicated by the encouraging recovery above $3.20. The catch is that if the price bounces back to the $3.50 region and does not sustain a break, it could print a second peak, the second top of the double top, which could signal a short- or medium-term reversal. 

Also contributing to the worry is the Relative Strength Index (RSI), which is once again getting close to 75. Bullish strength can be indicated by a strong RSI, but the likelihood of exhaustion is increased when high levels are retested without a fresh breakout. Another important element here is volume. 

Despite strong buying support during the rally toward $3.50, the recent ascent has been on somewhat lower volume, which may indicate waning interest. The formation of lower highs and indications of distribution should be closely monitored by traders if XRP does return to $3.50 and stalls or reverses from that level. 

The double top would be confirmed if there were a confirmed break below the neckline between $3.00 and $3.10, which could push XRP back toward support close to the 50-day EMA at $2.60 or even lower.

Ethereum stays up

Ethereum does not appear to be slowing down. Since emerging from its months-long consolidation range in early July, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization has been riding a relentless bullish wave. With its current price of $3,888, ETH has increased by more than 40% in recent weeks, and the bulls continue to have the upper hand. 

The breakout was flawless: Ethereum moved immediately and with high volume past its prior resistance level of $2,900. The 50-day EMA and that level now serve as a strong support zone. Regaining the 200-day EMA and making a strong move above the $3,300-$3,500 range, which confirmed the trend reversal and attracted aggressive buyers, further increased momentum. 

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The absence of significant drawbacks is the true clutch here. Each consolidation is brief and superficial, indicating high levels of demand. The RSI has reached overbought territory at 82, but historically, ETH can remain extended for a considerable amount of time before a significant correction occurs in strong uptrends like this one.

Psychological resistance is looming close to $4,000, which many traders may consider a short-term target. FOMO-driven inflows would probably be triggered by a clear break above it, which might push Ethereum closer to the $4,400 range, the last local peak observed in late 2021.

Watch the $3,300-$3,500 range as the immediate support on the downside. Buyers will probably intervene at those levels, which also coincide with important moving averages if ETH declines. It appears that Ethereum’s rally will continue unless a macro-level catalyst steps in. Strong momentum encouraging volume and an unquestionably bullish market structure are all present. As of right now, there are no warning signs — just a steady upward trend from a reputable cryptocurrency asset.

Bitcoin’s main target

Bitcoin has formally established $120,000 as a distinct resistance level. Following weeks of consistent rising and numerous retests, the digital gold is still being rejected around this technical and psychological ceiling, creating what seems to be a standard horizontal resistance zone.

In recent weeks price action has shown both growing exhaustion and bullish intent. BTC has failed to close above $120,000 decisively despite several intraday breakouts above that level, indicating the existence of significant sell pressure or profit-taking activity. The comparatively low volume during these attempts raises the possibility that the bulls are running out of immediate fuel to push higher without consolidation.

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It is not necessarily bearish to look at the current consolidation that is just below resistance. Indicators such as the RSI, which is currently at a neutral 61, can be reset by the market as a result of this healthy pause following a robust uptrend. There is still momentum, and moving averages, particularly the 50 and 100-day EMAs, keep sloping upward, providing strong support zones at $115,000 and $111,000, respectively.

If, on the other hand, the market is unable to make a breakthrough, it may retrace further toward the $111,000-$108,000 support band. For the most part, Bitcoin is still structurally bullish. Stronger confirmation is necessary to maintain the rally though — particularly a convincing breakout above $120,000 with supportive volume. 

Interest among XRP investors has been growing after renowned analyst Crypto Beast proposed a bold prediction. He’s seeing breakout levels of at least $8 on the horizon.

Crypto Beast believes XRP is on a clear path as the Securities and Exchange Commission no longer presents obstacles.

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His view is based on the idea that the market is not yet fully priced with XRP cleared status with regulators. Short-term traders and long-term holders are similarly adjusting.

Regulation Milestones and Market Reactions

According to court records, XRP won a significant victory in July 2023 when Judge Analisa Torres ruled it was not safe under US law. At that moment, I sent the XRP very quickly from about $0.48 to $0.93.

However, prices slipped back in the coming weeks and again reduced to the $0.50 area. After that, President Donald Trump won the re-election and signaled a shake-up in the SEC, XRP advanced into a new range around $2.00. Despite its climbing, Crypto Beast argues that legal victory is not fully valued by the wider market.

XRP is about to explode.

I’m focusing on at least $8, but the market hasn’t caught up with the fact that the SEC doesn’t see it as security yet.$ xrp The owner is about to print.

Drops the signal to finish here when the moment is correct.

You regret not following. pic.twitter.com/oie8inoy7f

– Crypto Beast (@cryptobeastreal) June 16, 2025

Technical patterns refer to upside down

Crypto Beast pointed to a bull flag chart pattern starting with rallyings ranging from $0.40 to $3.40. The flag pattern formed when the XRP was pulled back into the $2.00-$3.00 zone. He marked the breakout level at $3.37.

By measuring that $3.00 pole height and adding it to the lower value of the flag, he reached a target of nearly $10.69. In another post he set up a more conservative floor for $8.80. Today’s prices are around $2.20 to about 4x profit.

This kind of move will push XRP’s market capitalization to over $500 billion and put it in leagues with big companies such as Oracle, Netflix and MasterCard.

Broader cryptography trends and correlations

Based on reports from his channel, Crypto Beast is not only bright at the XRP price that is about to “explode.” He’s looking for a triple rise at Solana, double pop at Ethereum and five run at SUI. Additionally, he has his pencils lined up with a potential 40x profit of a small token selected.

Still, these predictions depend on the growing crypto atmosphere. Most of it is led by Bitcoin. When BTC stalls or soaks, large altcoins often follow suits. So, meetings at XRP may require fresh money flowing through the market.

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Risk and End Strategies

Crypto Beast says it will flag it when it’s time to sell. He reminded his followers that the patterns have failed and that the chart alone cannot guarantee profits. A sudden market shift or macro emotional shift can ruin your setup.

He recommends setting a stop level and looking at BTC for tips. His trust in XRP’s future is strong, but he wants what twists the traders are ready to get.

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June 15, 2025

XRP declined by 2.6% this week, even as optimism over a potential settlement between Ripple and the SEC grows. Currently trading near $2.17 with a 24‑hour volume of $1.77 billion, XRP is up 0.35% today.

Despite hopes for a resolution that might slash penalties and lift regulatory pressure, broader market weakness and profit-taking have kept traders cautious.

Settlement Talks: Promise Meets Pushback

A proposed deal would reduce Ripple’s penalty from $125 million to $50 million while dissolving the injunction. That spurred early excitement. However, Judge Analisa Torres raised doubts, asking both parties to justify why her earlier ruling should be overturned.

According to attorney John Deaton, she demands “exceptional circumstances” before signing off.

While Deaton believes there’s a 70% chance the settlement will gain approval, that uncertainty has kept XRP bulls on edge.

Until the judge delivers a clear verdict, legal ambiguity is acting as a dampener, encouraging profit-taking and keeping traders on the sidelines.

XRP Supported Amid Market Headwinds and Technical Standstill

Despite the legal backdrop, broader crypto indices are weak. Regulatory worries and mixed sentiment have outweighed XRP’s long-term potential. Technically, the token seems to be in a consolidation phase:

• A descending trendline defies rallies at around $2.28–$2.29
• XRP stays under the 50-period EMA near $2.20
• Support is forming between $2.10 and $2.14, suggesting underlying buyer interest

Momentum is gradually turning mixed-to-bullish. The MACD histogram is advancing toward neutral, and recent spinning–top candles highlight indecision rather than decisive downward action.

Notably, XRP hasn’t produced bearish formations like the “Three Black Crows,” which suggests sellers are not firmly in control. This sets the stage for a potential breakout if buyers gain conviction.

XRP Trade Plan

Here’s a short-term XRP price prediction:

• Bullish Trigger: Look for a 4‑hour candle closing above $2.20 and the downward trendline
• Targets: First at $2.285, then extended to $2.338
• Stop-loss: Just below the recent swing low near $2.145
• Bearish Option: A drop below $2.145 could open the door to a $2.086 test

Final Take

XRP’s modest slide this week reflects the tug-of-war between doubt and opportunity. While settlement chatter fuels optimism, technical indicators remain range-bound.

The catalyst could come from a decisive move above the 50‑EMA and $2.20, potentially paving the way for a rally to $2.29–$2.34. Conversely, a breakdown below $2.145 would likely lead to a retest of $2.09.

BTC Bull Token Nears $8.1M Cap as 58% APY Staking Attracts Last-Minute Buyers

With XRP trading near $2.17, investor focus is shifting toward altcoins, especially BTC Bull Token ($BTCBULL). The project has now raised $7,141,005.09 out of its $8,216,177 cap, leaving less than $1 million before the next token price hike. The current price of $0.00256 is expected to increase once the cap is hit.

BTC Bull Token links its value directly to Bitcoin through two core mechanisms:

• BTC Airdrops reward holders, with presale participants receiving priority.
• Supply Burns occur automatically every time BTC increases by $50,000, reducing $BTCBULL’s circulating supply.

The token also features a 58% APY staking pool holding over 1.81 billion tokens, offering:

The token also features a 61% APY staking pool holding over 1.73 billion tokens, offering:

• No lockups or fees
• Full liquidity
• Stable passive yields, even in volatile markets

This staking model appeals to both DeFi veterans and newcomers seeking hands-off income.

With just hours left and the hard cap nearly reached, momentum is building fast. BTCBULL’s blend of Bitcoin-linked value, scarcity mechanics, and flexible staking is fueling strong demand. Early buyers have a limited time to enter before the next pricing tier activates.

• Bitcoin has begun a significant increase beyond its $100,500 resistance zone.
• The price is traded above $102,500, and is a simple moving average every 100 hours.
• An hourly chart of the BTC/USD pair (data feed from Kraken) forms a bullish trendline for new connections, with support supported at $103,500.
• The pair may start another increase once they clear the $105,000 zone.

Bitcoin prices aim for more profit

Bitcoin prices have begun a new increase from the $96,500 support zone. The BTC formed the base and managed to clear the $98,800 resistance zone. The Bulls even pushed up prices above $102,000.

The pair spiked over $104,500 and tested $105,000. The high was formed at $104,943, and the price currently combines profits above the 23.6% FIB retracement level of the upward movement to $95,825 swing low.

Bitcoin is currently trading over $103,500 and trades a simple moving average every 100 hours. Additionally, the hourly wage chart for the BTC/USD pair forms a bullish trendline for new connections with $103,500 support.

The advantage is that immediate resistance is close to the $104,500 level. The first important resistance is close to the $105,000 level. The next important resistance is $105,500. Over $105,500 resistance could lead to even higher prices. If stated, the price could rise and test a resistance level of $106,200. Any further profit could potentially send the price towards the $108,000 level.

Is dip supported in BTC?

If Bitcoin does not rise beyond the $104,500 resistance zone, it may begin another shortcoming correction. Instant support on the downside is close to the $103,500 level and trendline. The first major support is close to the $102,800 level.

The following support is currently near the $100,500 zone, with an increase in 50% FIB retracement levels from a $95,825 swing to $104,943. Any further losses could send prices towards $98,800 in the short term. The main support is $97,500.

Technical indicators:

HOURLY MACD – MACD is currently increasing its pace in the bullish zone.

Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – BTC/USD’s RSI is above 50 levels.

Key support levels – $103,500, then $102,800.

Major resistance levels – $104,500 and $105,000.

Bitcoin (BTC) has surged 14.6% over the past two weeks, rising from approximately $84,500 on April 18 to the mid-$90,000 range at the time of writing. With this upward momentum, the leading cryptocurrency appears to be setting its sights on a new all-time high (ATH), as several technical and momentum indicators hint at a growing bullish trend.

Bitcoin Monthly Stochastic RSI Turning Bullish

In a recent post on X, crypto analyst Titan of Crypto shared a BTC monthly chart indicating that the Stochastic Relative Strength Index (RSI) is on the verge of a bullish crossover.

For the uninitiated, a Stochastic RSI bullish crossover signals growing upward momentum and is often interpreted as a potential buy signal or the start of a potential rally. Titan of Crypto added that if confirmed, the bullish crossover may initiate BTC’s next leg up.

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As an example, the analyst referred to BTC’s price action on the monthly chart from back in Q3 2021. At the time, a similar bullish crossover in the Stochastic RSI preceded a 56.9% surge in Bitcoin’s price.

However, Bitcoin must hold above crucial support levels to maintain this bullish structure. In a separate X post, renowned analyst Ali Martinez noted that BTC could re-test the $95,700 support zone before advancing toward the $100,000 milestone.

On the resistance side, Martinez emphasized that $97,530 remains a “key level to watch.” A successful breakout beyond this threshold could pave the way for BTC to revisit or surpass its previous ATH. As it stands, Bitcoin is trading roughly 10% below its record high.

Analysts Predict BTC’s Next Move

Crypto analyst Rekt Capital also weighed in on BTC’s potential trajectory. In an X post published yesterday, he suggested that once BTC decisively breaks through the $97,000 to $99,000 zone, it could face rejection near $104,500. Following that, holding the $97,000–$99,000 range as support would be critical for BTC to launch toward new highs.

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Similarly, analyst Ted noted that BTC is currently trading in a Wyckoff accumulation phase. The analyst added that BTC’s slide below $76,000 in early April was likely the bottom for this market cycle. He added:

Looking at the Wyckoff accumulation pattern, it seems like the $96K-$99K level could act as a resistance. I think BTC could consolidate here for a few days, before eventually breaking to the upside.

Despite bullish momentum, some concerns remain. Analysts caution that Bitcoin is unlikely to face a true supply shock in the immediate future, which could temper upside potential. At press time, BTC trades at $97,142, up 0.9% in the past 24 hours.

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A crypto analytics firm believes that Bitcoin (BTC) is gearing up for a fresh upside burst as it begins to outperform the stock market.

In a new thread on the social media platform X, Swissblock says that Bitcoin is now “playing in its own league” after BTC held its ground amid a severe stock market sell-off this month.

According to Swissblock, Bitcoin looks to be playing the part of a safe-haven asset in the midst of market uncertainty stemming from President Trump’s trade war.

“Bitcoin’s decoupling from equities is confirmed:

Even if sentiment around the trade war shifts, Bitcoin won’t be heavily affected.

In fact – like gold – it could strengthen.

Upside pressure is brewing.” 

Bitcoin is up over 15% this month while the S&P 500 is down about 1.42%.

Swissblock also says that the Bitcoin Risk Index is flashing bullish for BTC. The metric aims to evaluate Bitcoin’s current risk environment by aggregating various data points, including on-chain valuation and cost-basis metrics.

According to the analytics firm, the metric suggests that Bitcoin’s selling pressure is fading while upside potential is heating up.

“Beware bears!

Risk-Off Signal at 0 for days: clear evidence that downside pressure is vanishing.

We’re in bullish stabilization – pullbacks are now launchpads for more upside.”

Last week, Swissblock said that BTC needs to break its immediate resistance at around $95,000 to trigger new rallies. But the firm also said that BTC may first witness a retracement toward the $89,000 zone to gather bullish momentum before sparking a fresh leg up.

At time of writing, Bitcoin is trading for $94,826.

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