Cardano’s mood music has flipped. Even as ADA has rebounded about five percent from its late-August lows, on-chain analytics firm Santiment says the asset’s typically optimistic retail crowd has swung to its most negative stance in five months.

In an X post accompanying its sentiment chart, the firm wrote: “Cardano has quietly seen its normally optimistic crowd start to turn bearish. After the lowest sentiment recorded in 5 months, $ADA’s price is +5%. Patient holders and dip buyers during this three week downswing should root for this trend of bearish retailers to continue.”

Santiment framed that shift in classic contrarian terms. “Prices typically move the opposite direction of the crowd’s expectations. When small traders sell off their bags out of impatience and frustration, it is generally the key stakeholders who accumulate and drive up prices again,” the post added.

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The graphic shared by the firm plots ADA’s price against a running ratio of bullish versus bearish social commentary and annotated three distinct phases over the past month: an early-August “greed” spike where the bullish-to-bearish ratio surged to roughly 12.8:1 and was followed by a pullback; a mid-August “fear” pocket near 2.0:1 that preceded a rally; and, most recently, the most bearish reading in five months around 1.5:1, coinciding with ADA’s +5% bounce.

The sequencing in Santiment’s chart supports the firm’s message that outsized crowd optimism or pessimism frequently appears near short-term inflection points. The short-term price path into that rebound has been marked by a three-week downswing that began around August 14.

Cardano Faces Decision Zone

Independent market analyst Quantum Ascend ties the bounce to a clearly defined higher-time-frame structure. Posting a daily ADA/USD chart, the analyst wrote: “ADA Respecting a channel on the high time frame dating back to early June. Higher Highs, Lower Lows. Short-term decline dating back to August 14 channeling as well. Price Currently sitting atop the .382 Fib at $0.82. Cardano’s decision point appears near, but we still need to be looking to the Macro. Regardless, I’m very bullish long-term.”

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In Quantum Ascend’s view, ADA is tracking an ascending channel that has contained price action since mid-June. The short, blue corrective channel from August 14 sits inside that broader up-channel and has carried price back to the lower end of the channel as well as a Fibonacci retracement cluster derived from the June–August advance.

The analyst’s chart places the 0.382 retracement near $0.821, which has acted as first support and the immediate “decision point.” Below that, the same mapping highlights the 0.309 retracement around $0.762 and the 0.236 near $0.702 as deeper pullback areas inside the macro structure.

Overhead, the analyst’s levels mark successive checkpoints at the 0.5 retracement near $0.879, the 0.618 near $1.043, the 0.702 around $1.083, the 0.786 near $1.151, and the 1.0 extension around $1.326—levels that also align with prior supply pockets and the upper boundary of the ascending channel later in the quarter.

At press time, ADA traded at $0.8177.

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The Ethereum staking entry queue has surged to its highest level in nearly two years, reaching 860,369 ETH, worth approximately $3.7 billion, on Tuesday.

It marks the longest wait time since the Shanghai upgrade in 2023, which allowed for withdrawals and briefly triggered large-scale validator exits.

Institutional Influx Drives Renewed Confidence in Ethereum Staking: Everstake

According to staking protocol Everstake, the sudden rise reflects renewed confidence in Ethereum’s long-term potential and an influx of institutional capital.

“We haven’t seen queues of this size since 2023. It’s a strong signal that more people trust Ethereum and want to participate in securing it,” the firm noted.

The combination of rising Ether prices, currently hovering around $4,321, and relatively low gas fees has made staking more attractive to both retail users and corporate treasuries.

The increased staking activity also helps calm recent concerns about mass exits, which spiked when the staking exit queue briefly topped 1 million ETH on Aug. 29 before falling back by 20%.

Ethereum currently has 35.7 million ETH locked in staking contracts—around 31% of the total supply, according to Ultrasound.Money.

Notably, corporate treasury funds now hold 4.7 million ETH, worth over $20 billion, with the majority earmarked for staking.

StrategicEtherReserve data shows more than 70 treasury participants have already begun deploying long-term staking strategies.

The convergence of market conditions, price levels, and institutional involvement has pushed the staking entry and exit queues closer to balance for the first time since July.

That equilibrium suggests a healthier staking environment and growing demand for yield generation on Ethereum’s base layer.

While ETH has slipped 12.4% from its Aug. 24 all-time high, long-term holders appear to be undeterred. Instead of exiting, many are doubling down, waiting in line to earn yield on-chain.

Joseph Lubin Predicts 100x ETH Surge

Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin believes ETH could rally 100x or more over time, calling it Wall Street’s future infrastructure as TradFi shifts toward decentralized finance.

In an X post, Lubin said Ethereum will replace many siloed systems at institutions like JPMorgan and become the backbone for financial services, staking, and smart contract execution.

Backing the bullish stance of Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, Lubin stated he’s “100% aligned” with Lee’s view that Ethereum could flip Bitcoin in network value.

He compared the moment to 1971 when the U.S. dollar left the gold standard, signaling a tectonic shift in financial architecture led by Ethereum.

Lubin emphasized that ETH represents a new kind of virtual commodity — “decentralized trust” — that institutions will be forced to adopt.

He sees Ethereum’s decentralized rails powering everything from traditional finance operations to smart contract-based agreements, with massive upside as adoption scales globally.

Likewise, Lee has predicted that Ethereum will rally in the near term to $5,500, with an ambitious year-end target of $12,000.

During his August 26 guest appearance on the Amitis Investing program, Lee disclosed that institutional Wall Street sentiment toward Ethereum has shifted dramatically following the U.S. Senate’s passage of the GENIUS Stablecoin legislation.

Lee emphasized that Ethereum is the foundational blockchain infrastructure for traditional finance (TradFi), currently supporting over $145 billion in stablecoin supply.

Shiba Inu forms first 2025 golden cross

Shiba Inu saw an 85% rise following the last golden cross occurrence. 

• Technical signal. SHIB 50-day MA crossed above the 200-day MA, creating its first daily golden cross this year.

Shiba Inu has formed a golden cross on its daily chart, the first such occurence in the year 2025, as SHIB saw a death cross on its one-day chart in February this year. The short-term moving average 50 has crossed above the long term moving average 200, resulting in a bullish golden cross.

• Significance. Bullish signal suggests potential upside, though market context remains cautious.

While Shiba Inu has formed moving average crossovers on the hourly or 4-hour time frames, the newly created golden cross is the first such on the daily chart this year. With this newly created bullish signal on the Shiba Inu charts, the market awaits where the dog coin will go next.

The broader cryptomarket is seeing continued profit taking, with major cryptocurrencies reversing early gains. Shiba Inu fell for three straight days from Aug. 22, when it saw a sharp rise from $0.000012 to $0.0000135. The drop hit a low of $0.00001183 from where Shiba Inu sharply rebounded in yesterday’s session.

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Bitcoin faces double-top risk after whale sell-off

Top trader Peter Brandt claims that Bitcoin (BTC) is facing a potential double top.

• BTC alert. Peter Brandt warns BTC bulls must reclaim $117,570 to avoid a “potential” double top.

Legendary trader Peter Brandt claims that Bitcoin bulls desperately need to reclaim the $117,570 level in order to avoid a “potential” double top. The leading cryptocurrency is currently changing hands at $111,794 after dipping to an intraday low of $100,381.

During the weekend, a Bitcoin whale liquidated a total of 24,000 coins that were worth more than $2.7 billion. It is believed that the massive crash was the key reason why the price of the leading cryptocurrency has now collapsed by $4,000 in mere minutes. 

• Reactions. Adam Back called the sell-off “clumsy.”

Blockstream CEO Adam Back described this kind of activity as clumsy. “Normally, people with that kind of money would be smarter,” Back said.  Even though some market participants have downplayed the importance of the massive whale move, Brandt insists that it should not be dismissed since it represents supply.  As noted by Brandt, market tops tend to be created by supply or distribution. 

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Dogecoin whale pulls $12M from Binance

DOGE withdrawal stuns Binance as new Dogecoin whale is born.

• Large transaction. A whale withdrew 52.9M DOGE (~$12M) from Binance in two large transactions

Dogecoin whale pulled 52.9 million DOGE off the world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance.  That is almost $12 million worth of liquidity that left the exchange in just under a day. The movements came in two big tranches, first 32.9 million DOGE, then another 20 million, both routed into a wallet that appeared only recently and now holds the whole stash.

Dogecoin has a circulating supply in the hundreds of billions, but when a single address consolidates that much volume, it can change how the order book functions in the short term. Binance is still the busiest place for DOGE, but now it looks like they have fewer of the coins available. 

This is usually seen as a sign that the holder does not want to trade them on the open market, but rather just hold on to them. This idea has been backed up by the past, when similar outflows happened before recoveries from local lows.

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The cultural tone of the entire ecosystem has changed wildly over the past few years. “Bitcoin maximalists” have essentially disappeared into the context in terms of having all sorts of cultural influences and influences.

The dominant narrative, real actions, and true influences are the Suit Coiner, the Suit Coiner who builds the exact same kind of degenerate leveraged financial products above the Bitcoin that caused the 2008 financial crisis, or the fully degenerate territory, completely dominated by a completely degenerate ranking.

It’s frankly embarrassing that things have reached this point in this field. All meaningful factors of growth and adoption draw people into a culture of brain dead suits and don’t fully understand the culture that uses them for the true value that Bitcoin offers, the resistance and decentralization of censorship, or the stupidest and most meaningless drivers you can imagine in a truly impactful way of using them.

But even so, we are.

These two oppositions and self-reinforced echo chambers dominate the stage. They lead new entrants into the ecosystem and run the largest booth. Yes, individuals can walk their own paths. Most people end up following suit cocker or digits.

In that political reality, I stand with a degree.

Everything they engage in is inert, moronic, meaningless imagination nonsense, but at least they understand and understand the resistance of censorship and the decentralization that creates it. They appreciate the value of self-management and tools that allow them to do what they want with their own money without having to ask someone else for permission.

Suit Coiner doesn’t understand these things. They don’t care about self-control. They believe that decentralization is either a mere magical buzzword or a characteristic set in granite, rather than a dynamic property that can flow in decline. They don’t care about the value that a non-censored currency network brings to society. They care about making dollars in the secure walled gardens of the legacy system.

Bitcoin begins to lose all properties that give everyone the opportunity to create a level and neutral arena if decentralization is eroded. Without them, it is nothing more than a rare asset trapped in a legacy walled garden. There is no money that is not permitted, nor native internet currency. However, new Stonk people buy like S&P index funds.

That’s the direction that takes us in case the suitcoiner is not checked or opposed. Therefore, I have to side with degree. Apart from actual appreciation and respect for censorship resistance, I may have nothing in common with them, but that is really important at the end of the day.

This article is a take. The opinions expressed are entirely the authors and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of BTC Inc or Bitcoin Magazine.

Ethereum has most likely entered a corrective phase, which could be the beginning of the end of the bull market. Ethereum has been gradually declining after reaching a peak of about $4,800, and the price action is displaying the first discernible signs of weakness since July.

Given that trading volume has decreased in comparison to earlier in the rally, the decline suggests that market momentum may be waning. Ethereum corrections following sharp rallies have historically tested important moving averages, and the 26-day EMA is currently the first crucial level to keep an eye on. A clean rebound prior to testing this zone would be a more convincing sign that buyers are still in control, but a drop toward this line would indicate a continuation of short-term selling pressure.

The larger bullish structure would hold up if ETH could bounce back above recent highs, rather than tagging the 26 EMA, indicating that this move is merely a brief cooling off. With the next layers of support located close to the 50 EMA and psychological round levels around $4,000, additional downside may become possible if the 26 EMA breaks decisively.

The more general question is whether the upward momentum of the cycle will end with this correction. Since long-term moving averages are still sloping upward, and Ethereum is currently trading comfortably above key support lines, it appears that the bull market is still going strong. But as Ethereum continues to decline, traders may grow increasingly wary, particularly as the market closes out derivative positions.

Shiba Inu at risk

Shiba Inu is once again close to adding a zero to its price. Following weeks of consolidation within an ascending triangle pattern, SHIB is currently close to losing the lower range, which could lead to more severe declines.

The failure of SHIB to produce significant upward momentum is seen clearly on the daily chart. The token is continuing to retest the support line, rather than breaking higher, which indicates a weakening setup, even though the ascending triangle formation typically leans bullish. With today’s rejection, the likelihood of a breakdown is gradually increasing, and each bounce has been weaker than the one before.

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Due to the absence of strong support zones until much lower levels, the move may accelerate rapidly, if SHIB breaks below the triangle’s support. SHIB would most likely be forced to add another zero to its price as a result of such a decline, returning it to valuations not seen since the early summer.

Lower trading volumes and the absence of whale-driven support both increase the descending momentum and lessen the likelihood of a recovery. The risk is increased by the fact that SHIB’s performance is still trailing, leading cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin, which have at least maintained stronger trends.

XRP checks in

XRP is not feeling that well, as the asset is close to entering a critical state. The token is currently declining and in danger of breaking below its 50-day exponential moving average (EMA) after failing to maintain momentum above $3. Although this level has historically been used as a temporary buffer, the current situation indicates that it might not last for very long.

As XRP records a string of red candles, the market’s inability to maintain bullish sentiment is putting pressure on the 50 EMA. The next strong support is located much deeper in the $2.70-$2.75 range, and the $2.40 region, which is anchored by the 200 EMA if this level fails. A breakdown of this kind would wipe out most of XRP’s recent gains and expose the token to a possible retest nearer $2.00, a psychological level that will decide whether the larger bullish cycle holds up.

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Curiously, volume data presents a somewhat different picture, even though price action appears fragile. Indicating that bears are not fully committing to the sell-off, trading volumes have been continuously dropping during the downward move. This lack of conviction allows for a potential rebound, but XRP runs the risk of crashing lower toward significant support levels in the absence of an abrupt spike in demand.

XRP needs to regain the $3.00 mark with significant buying pressure if bulls wish to regain control. If this is not done, there may be a chance for a more severe correction, with $2.00 acting as the final key level before sentiment turns sharply against the asset.

A widely followed crypto analyst is warning that Bitcoin (BTC) could hit new lows if it fails to hold one crucial level of support while updating his outlook on Ethereum (ETH).

In a new strategy session, crypto trader Michaël van de Poppe tells his 800,200 followers on the social media platform X that if the top crypto asset by market cap were to plunge below $115,000, it could see a significant dip in price.

“Bitcoin didn’t break entirely through the resistance here. Small corrective day, however, on the lower timeframes, it’s clear that Bitcoin is trending upwards again. Crucial area to hold at $115,000. If that’s lost, likely new lows.”

Van de Poppe goes even further and says that if the crypto king can hold the support zone, it will lead to a new all-time high (ATH) price.

“Phenomenal break upwards on the altcoin and Bitcoin markets. It’s still facing the next resistance, but the trend seems to be kicking back upwards. What is crucial to hold? $114,800 Hold that and we’ll be seeing a new ATH. Right on edge with the rates falling downwards.”

Bitcoin is trading for $116,497 at time of writing.

Moving on to the largest smart contract platform by volume, Van de Poppe says that the top altcoin appears ready to make a move toward the $4,000 price tag in the coming days.

“ETH is back to $3,900 and is likely going to attack that $4,000 resistance in the coming days. The markets are strong, volume is picking up, more volatility is coming in and the joy will be back.”

The trader goes on to note that he believes there is an opportunity in altcoins as they are currently being overlooked and will see massive gains in the next 2-4 months.

“I think that the altcoin markets are extremely mispriced… Almost all altcoins haven’t gotten back to their previous levels, which means that there’s still a massive opportunity that people overlook as they are too busy screaming on social media how bad the markets are.

I remain all-in into altcoins as I think that there’s 200-500% to be made in the next 2-4 months. A lot of altcoins haven’t really gotten back to their levels from early ’25. Of course, some aren’t going to be showing momentum, but the recent move of ETH is the first step forwards to a more risk-on appetite.”

Ethereum is trading for $3,945 at time of writing.

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After crashing below the $115,000 territory over the weekend, Bitcoin has reached an important level that could determine where the crypto market is headed next. Eventually, it comes down to the support levels and how much buying is going on to actually counter the effects of massive sell-offs that continue to drive down the price. However, if bulls are able to hold, then it could suggest there is enough momentum behind the cryptocurrency to push for new highs.

Why Bitcoin Must Hold $100,000

In an analysis, crypto and market analyst MasterAnanda has pointed to the Bitcoin price already solidifying support that could help end the downtrend. Pointing to the current market decline, the analyst explains that the price is actually only down 8% after hitting its $123,000 all-time high back on July 14. This retrace is nothing out of the ordinary, which MasterAnanda refers to as “part of the normal workings of the market.”

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The current Bitcoin price fluctuations have not raised any alarms, as corrections are expected and are needed for the price to continue to rally. As the analyst explains, such fluctuations usually see the cryptocurrency reach new higher highs over the longer timeframe.

Already, there is a lot of support for the Bitcoin price above the $110,000 level. This shows that while bears are pushing down hard, buying is still soaking up the dumped supply in the market. The analyst points to this support level as important, but highlights an even more important and stronger support level lying just above $100,000.

This $100,000 level has remained a psychological level since it was first hit back in December 2024, becoming the level to hold if the market were to continue its uptrend. The crypto analyst explains that as long as the Bitcoin price remains above $100,000, then the bulls will continue to be in control.

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“After a few weeks, or several months, exactly as it happened last time, Bitcoin will go up. So you can expect retraces and corrections, but this is only short-term long-term we grow,” Master Ananda stated.

However, there is still the possibility that the price does fall below the $100,000 level. In this case, it would mean an invalidation of the bullish thesis, and the analyst revealed that the short and mid-term analysis would need to be revisited and updated if this happens.

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Crypto analytics platform Glassnode is saying Bitcoin (BTC) has proven its resilience after a massive stash of the flagship digital asset was sold off last weekend.

Glassnode says an unnamed investor disposed of Bitcoin worth nearly $10 billion via Galaxy Digital last weekend, demonstrating Bitcoin’s “growing liquidity profile and market depth.”

“This liquidity was put to the test over the weekend, as an early Bitcoin investor, via Galaxy Digital’s services, distributed 80,000 BTC (approximately $9.6 billion), likely through a mix of market sales and [over-the-counter] OTC transactions. The resulting sell-side pressure drove the price down to $115,000 before stabilizing at $119,000.

This episode illustrates Bitcoin’s ability to absorb large sell-side volumes, even during typically thinner weekend trading hours, reinforcing the market’s structural robustness.”

The analytics platform says that a “super-majority” of Bitcoin holders are currently sitting on significant unrealized profits, with more than 97% of the circulating supply in the black.

“This underscores how the majority of investors are sitting on substantial paper gains, and sets up an environment of potential future sell-side pressure should prices continue to rise further.”

According to Glassnode, profit-taking could “sharply intensify” if Bitcoin goes up by around 20% from the current level.

“…Bitcoin may remain range-bound between $105,000 and $125,000 until a decisive breakout occurs. Should the market break convincingly higher, the $141,000 region is likely to present the next major zone of resistance where sell-side pressure may intensify rapidly…”

Bitcoin is trading at $117,651 at time of writing.

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Bitcoin continues to consolidate between $115,000 and $120,000, with bulls maintaining control despite the lack of a breakout above $123,000. What stands out in this range-bound structure is the clear demand concentration around $117,000. According to Glassnode’s BTC Cost Basis Distribution Heatmap, this level has consistently attracted buying interest, acting as a key area where capital rotates into Bitcoin.

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The heatmap reveals dense clusters of cost basis activity near key price levels. This reinforces its role as short-term support and a psychological anchor for bulls. As long as this zone holds, the risk of a full breakdown remains limited—even as BTC struggles to reach new highs.

However, repeated rejections near $120K and muted momentum raise concerns that upside exhaustion could eventually lead to deeper downside. If demand at $117K begins to fade, price may quickly revisit lower levels in search of fresh support. For now, though, on-chain data shows that accumulation remains healthy, and this zone could be the foundation for Bitcoin’s next attempt to reclaim the highs.

$117K Becomes Bitcoin’s Accumulation Stronghold as Market Shifts

Bitcoin’s $117,000 level has emerged as a key accumulation zone, with approximately 73,000 BTC now held at this cost basis, according to the latest data from Glassnode. This reinforces the idea that buyers continue to step in on every dip, absorbing selling pressure and stabilizing price action within the current range. The BTC Cost Basis Distribution Heatmap shows a consistent buildup of demand in this area, highlighting investor confidence around this support zone.

What makes this cycle particularly unique is the presence of legal clarity and accelerating institutional adoption in the US. Unlike previous cycles, where price action was often driven by retail speculation and extreme volatility, today’s structure appears more measured. Regulatory progress—especially around spot Bitcoin ETFs and clearer custody frameworks—has attracted a wave of long-term capital. This influx of institutional demand is not only stabilizing the market but also making it less reactive to short-term swings.

However, Bitcoin’s calm price action may not last much longer. As Ethereum gains momentum, driven by rising open interest and on-chain activity, capital is beginning to rotate into altcoins. Historically, such transitions have marked the end of Bitcoin-led phases and the beginning of broader market expansions. If ETH and altcoins continue to accelerate, Bitcoin’s tight trading range could break—either leading to a catch-up rally or a temporary pause as capital rotates elsewhere.

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BTC Range Narrows As Price Holds Between Key Levels

The 8-hour chart shows Bitcoin consolidating tightly between $115,724 and $122,077, with the price currently hovering around $118,762. Despite a lack of strong momentum, the structure remains bullish as BTC holds above all major moving averages—the 50 SMA ($118,185), 100 SMA ($113,521), and 200 SMA ($109,754). This alignment signals continued trend strength, with short-term dips being supported by buyers.

Volume has declined during the consolidation, a typical sign of a neutral phase where market participants await a breakout. Notably, each pullback toward the lower boundary near $115,700 has been met with strong demand, confirming this zone as key support. Meanwhile, resistance at $122,000 continues to cap bullish attempts, forming a clear range that will likely define Bitcoin’s next move.

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If BTC can reclaim $120,000 with a strong surge in volume, a breakout toward new all-time highs above $123,000 becomes likely. Conversely, a breakdown below $115,700 could trigger a sharper correction toward the 100 SMA around $113,500. For now, all eyes remain on whether bulls can sustain pressure and flip resistance, or if sellers regain control near the top of the range. The current setup favors patient accumulation as the market prepares for its next directional move.