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Bitcoin is on track for its strongest weekly return since its 2025 rally to new highs. Analysts highlight the price levels BTC must reach to sustain its current bullish momentum

Bitcoin (BTC A $71169.00) price rallied close to a monthly high near $74,000, posting a 10.42% weekly gain, its strongest seven-day return since September 2025.
The spot market activity, exchange-traded fund (ETF) flows, and corporate-level BTC accumulation suggest a positive shift in demand, as analysts monitor whether the renewed buying pressure can support a rally to higher price levels.
Bitcoin Coinbase premium gap flips after 10 weeks
Crypto analyst IT Tech noted that the Coinbase
premium gap, which measures the price difference between Bitcoin on Coinbase and global exchanges, currently reads +35.4, marking its first positive print in nearly ten weeks.
The metric previously dropped to -175 on Feb. 2, when Bitcoin traded near $78,000. That period marked the deepest negative reading during the correction that pushed BTC toward $60,000.

The premium has remained in negative territory for the majority of 2026, reflecting persistent selling pressure from the US spot traders. A positive premium signals buying pressure, coinciding with BTC's rally.
Spot BTC ETF flows have also improved over the past three weeks. The net inflows now exceed $1.9 billion, in line with the recent recovery and rising institutional activity.
The additional demand came from corporate buys. Strategy acquired 11,042 BTC this week through its STRC financing program, adding to the steady bid supporting Bitcoin's sharp rise since Monday

Bitcoin accumulation through STRC by Strategy this week. Source: strc.live
Related: STRC may help Strategy reach 1M Bitcoin milestone before BlackRock
BTC liquidity clusters sit above $75,000 Bitcoin is currently attempting to reclaim its 100-day moving average on the daily chart, marking the first major retest of this level since it flipped into resistance on Jan. 20.

Bitcoin one-day chart. Source:
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If Bitcoin stabilizes above $74,000, the price re-enters a zone with dense liquidity. The liquidation map shows roughly $1.9 billion in leveraged long positions clustered just above $75,000, which can attract the price as BTC seeks higher liquidity zones.
Above $75,000, nearly $2 billion in sell-side liquidity sits between $76,000 and $80,000, although it is distributed across a $4,000 range.

Bitcoin liquidation map. Source: CoinGlass
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If BTC pushes through this region, the next nearby technical range sits between $79,400 and $81,400, where a one-hour fair value gap (FVG) formed during the previous decline. These imbalances between buyers and sellers often act as key inflection points for continuation.
Speaking on the potential retest of $74,000, crypto trader Ardi said Bitcoin needs to flip this level into support and reclaim the $85,000 region to rebuild a higher-time frame (HTF) bullish trend.

Bitcoin one-day analysis by Ardi. Source:X Meanwhile, MN Capital founder Michaël van de Poppe identified $76,000-$79,000 as a resistance band where additional momentum may spill into altcoin markets.
A move into that region exhibits a monthly engulfing candle pattern, effectively erasing February's correction for BTC. A bullish engulfing pattern on the monthly chart may invite more buying pressure from traders, as it marks apositive shift on an HTF chart. #btc70k

Bitcoin faced strong resistance at the $74,500 level, but the shallow price pullback could set the stage for a stronger breakout in BTC and altcoins.
Key points:
• Bitcoin turned down from the $74,000 level, indicating that the bears remain sellers on rallies.
• Several major altcoins are showing strength and are likely to break above their immediate resistance levels.
Bitcoin (BTC ▲ $71447.00) turned down from the $74,000 level, indicating that the bears are vigorously defending the level. Glassnode said in its latest Week On-chain newsletter that BTC is stuck between the realized price (average acquisition cost of all circulating supply) at $54,400 and true market mean (the cost basis of actively transacted coins) at $78,000. Rally attempts are likely to witness rejection at the $78,000 level.
Historical data also does not support a sharp rally in BTC in 2026. Data from Binance Research shows that BTC has seen drawdowns of 56%, 73%, and 64% during the 2014, 2018 and 2022 US midterm election years. However, there is a ray of hope for the bulls as the two years following the midterm elections have seenmassive gains in BTC.
Crypto market data daily view. Source:
Notwithstanding the uncertainty, a positive sign in favor of the bulls is that BTC has emerged as the best performing macro asset since the start of the US and Israel-Iran war. It shows investors are not panicking and dumping their BTC positions. That increases the likelihood of a bottom formation in BTC.
Could buyers propel BTC and select major altcoins above their overhead resistance levels? Let's analyze the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out.
Bitcoin price prediction
BTC rallied toward the overhead resistance at
$74,508, where the bears are mounting a strong defense.
BTC/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/
The 20-day exponential moving average ($69,271) has flattened out, and the relative strength index (RSI) has jumped into the positive zone, signaling an advantage to buyers. That increases the possibility of a break above the $74,508 level, completing a bullish ascending triangle pattern. The BTC/USDT pair may then skyrocket to $84,000.
Sellers will have to tug the Bitcoin price below the support line to signal a comeback. If they do that, the pair may collapse to the $62,500 to $60,000 support zone.
Ether price prediction
Sellers are attempting to halt Ether's (ETH
$2113.00) relief rally at the 50-day simple
moving average ($2,173), but the bulls continue to exert pressure
ETH/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/Tradingview
If buyers do not allow the Ether price to slip back below the 20-day EMA ($2,036), it enhances the prospects of a rally to $2,600. Such a move suggests that the downtrend may be over.
Sellers are likely to have other plans. They will attempt to swiftly pull the price back below the 20-day EMA. If they can pull it off, it suggests that the ETH/USDT pair may extend its range-bound action between $1,750 and $2,200 for some more time.
BNB price prediction
BNB (BNBA $657.90) reached the 50-day SMA ($680), where the bears are expected to mount a strong defense.
BNB/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
However, if buyers overcome the barrier at the 50-day SMA, the BNB price may ascend to $730 and subsequently to $790. Such a move suggests that the BNB/USDT pair may have bottomed out at $570.
Alternatively, if the price turns down from the 50-day SMA and breaks below the 20-day EMA, it suggests that the bears remain in command. The pair may drop to $607 and thereafter to $570.
XRP price prediction
XRP (XRPA $1.40) has risen above the 20-day EMA ($1.39), indicating that the selling pressure is reducing.
XRP/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
The relief rally is expected to face selling at the 50-day SMA ($1.49) and then at the $1.61 level. If the XRP price turns down from the overhead resistance but rebounds off the 20-day EMA, it suggests a change in sentiment from selling on rallies to buying on dips. That increases the possibility of a rally to the downtrend line of the descending channel pattern.
This positive view will be negated in the near term if the price turns down from the 50-day SMA and breaks below $1.27. The XRP/USDT pair may then plummet to the support line.
$88.93)
has gradually risen to
Solana price prediction
Solana (SOL
the top of the $76 to $95 range, indicating that selling pressure is reducing
SOL/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
If buyers overcome the barrier at $95, the SOL/ USDT pair might travel to the $117 level. Sellers are expected to fiercely defend the $117 level, but on the way down, if the Solana price does not dip below $95, it suggests that the pair may have bottomed out in the short term.
Contrarily, if the price turns down sharply from the $95 level, it signals that the bears remain in control. The pair may continue to oscillate between $95 and $76 for a few more days.
$0.10) has been trading
Dogecoin price prediction
Dogecoin (DOGE
between the 50-day SMA ($0.10) and the $0.09 level for the past few days.
DOGE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
The tightening range suggests a possible range expansion in the near term. A close above the 50-day SMA opens the gates for a rally to the breakdown level of $0.12. If the Dogecoin price turns down from the $0.12 level, it signals a possible range formation. The DOGE/USDT pair may consolidate between $0.09 and $0.12 for a while.
A close above the $0.12 resistance clears the path for a rally to the $0.16 level, while a break below the $0.09 support signals the resumption of the downtrend.
Hyperliquid price prediction
Hyperliquid (HYPE $36.89) closed above the $36.77 resistance on Thursday, indicating that the bulls are attempting to take charge.
HYPE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/Tradingview
There is minor resistance at $38.43, but it is likely to be crossed. The HYPE/USDT pair may march to $43 and later to $50.
The first sign of weakness will be a close below the $36.77 level. That suggests the bears are selling on rallies. The Hyperliquid price may descend to the 20-day EMA ($32.57), which is a critical support to watch out for. If the price rebounds off the 20-day EMA with force, the bulls will again attempt to resume the recovery. Sellers will be back in control on a close below
the 50-day SMA ($30.65).
Related:Here's why XRP bulls see an 'explosive run' to $2.55 next
▼ $0.27) has risen above the
Cardano price prediction
Cardano (ADA
20-day EMA ($0.27), indicating aggressive buying by the bulls.
ADA/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
The 50-day SMA ($0.28) may act as a resistance, but it is likely to be crossed. The ADA/USDT pair may then rise to the downtrend line of the descending channel pattern. A close above the downtrend line signals a potential short-term trend change. That clears the path for a rally to $0.39 and subsequently to $0.44.
Instead, if the Cardano price turns down sharply from the downtrend line, it signals that the bears remain sellers on rallies. That might keep the pair inside the channel for some more time.
Bitcoin Cash price prediction
Bitcoin Cash (BCH ▲ $463.42) has pierced the
20-day EMA ($471), indicating that the bulls are on a comeback.
BCH/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/Tradingview
If the Bitcoin Cash price closes above the 20-day EMA, the BCH/USDT pair may surge to the 50-day SMA ($514). Sellers are expected to defend the 50-day SMA, as a close above it opens the doors for a rally to $600.
Contrary to this assumption, if the price turns down sharply from the moving averages, it indicates that the bears remain in control. That increases the likelihood of a break below the $443 level. The pair may then plunge to $375.
$359.81)
Monero price prediction
Buyers held Monero's (XMR
pullback at the 20-day EMA ($348), indicating
that the dips are being viewed as a buying opportunity.
XMR/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView
That improves the prospects of a break above the 50-day SMA ($366). If that happens, the XMR/ USDT pair may climb to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level of $414 and later to $452.
Time is running out for the bears. They will have to swiftly yank the Monero price below the $333 level to weaken the bulls. The pair may then tumble to $309, where the buyers are expected
to step in.

While geopolitical tension and weak labor data are hurting market sentiment, institutional buying below $75,000 may soon exhaust sellers and spark a bull run.
Bitcoin (BTC
beyond $71,000 on Thursday, partially driven by the decline in the US stock market, with BTC funding rates dropping deeper into negative territory.
Key takeaways:
• Bitcoin bears show high conviction as funding rates drop, but steady institutional buying keeps sellers in check.
• Gold and government bond yields are rising, making it harder for Bitcoin to compete as a top-tier store of value.
Bitcoin futures imply moderate market stress
Traders fear that a prolonged war in Iran could cause havoc in the energy markets, negatively impacting the already weakened global economic prospects.
Bitcoin's perpetual futures displayed signs of moderate stress, signaling a potential $66,000 retest. However, institutional inflows show increased demand, reducing the odds of a major Bitcoin price correction.
Bitcoin perpetual futures annualized funding rate. Source:
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The Bitcoin perpetual futures annualized funding rate dropped to -7% on Thursday, meaning shorts (sellers) were the ones paying to keep their positions open.
The growing conviction from bears is concerning, but the lack of demand from longs (buyers) should come as no surprise, given that Bitcoin is 45% below its all-time high.
Bitcoin's derivatives remain muted The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index traded merely 6% below its all-time high on Thursday. Even the US-listed small capitalization Russell 2000 Index stood 9% from its highest mark ever.
Hence, the worsening economic conditions or fear of contagion due to logistics issues in the Middle East can hardly be used to justify Bitcoin's sluggishness.
The latest US jobless data released on Thursday revealed 1.85 million continuing claims in the week ended on Feb. 28, slightly above consensus, according to Yahoo Finance.
US President Donald Trump vowed to "finish the job" in Iran, a war that further weakens the government's fiscal debt conditions and does not help labor market prospects.
Bitcoin 2-month futures annualized premium (basis rate). Source: Laevitas.ch
The Bitcoin monthly futures premium relative to regular spot markets has stood below the neutral 5% threshold for the past couple of weeks. But despite being far from bullish, there is no evidence that Bitcoin derivatives presently signal continued stress.
This lack of interest is a reflection of Bitcoin's failure to rally despite the anticipation of monetary expansion.
Rising institutional demand may push BTC above $75,000
Gold strength above $5,100 undermines Bitcoin's store of value premise, especially as yields on US bonds rose sharply in March, meaning traders are demanding higher returns to hold those instruments.
US 5-year Treasury yield (left) vs. gold/USD (right). Source:
Yields on the 5-year US Treasuries jumped to 3.80% on Thursday after dipping below 3.50% in late February. Hence, investors exited fixed-income investments.
Related:Bitcoin catching up to gold hints at an ‘opportunity within risk'
The US Federal Reserve is in a tough spot since lowering interest rates is needed to boost the job market and reduce risks in credit markets. But rising oil prices create sustained upward pressure on inflation.
Presently, Bitcoin's hard-coded and transparent monetary policy is not being valued as a safe haven, but this could change as institutional demand picks up.
Additionally, a single Bitcoin derivatives metric (funding rates) should not be interpreted as a driver for a sharp price correction.
Particularly, amid a sequence of Bitcoin spot exchange-traded fund (ETF) net inflows and Strategy (MSTR US) yield products, resulting in accelerated Bitcoin accumulation. Sellers below $75,000 will eventually run out of coins, paving the way for a sustained bull run.
As Cointelegraph reported, Bitcoin bulls will likely need to wait until after March for a chance to break the $78,000 resistance #BTC #Binance

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Binance data points to shifting liquidity flows and evolving trader positioning that may support Bitcoin's next price move.
The next big breakout for Bitcoin (BTC
$70468.00) may hinge on changes unfolding across Binance's exchange flows and derivatives activity.
Onchain data from the largest cryptocurrency exchange currently show a cooling of whale deposits, rising BTC withdrawals, and growing futures dominance, which may influence the next direction for Bitcoin's price.
Bitcoin whale activity cools after February spike
The Bitcoin exchange whale ratio on Binance, which measures the ten largest inflows relative to total exchange deposits, surged above 0.60 during early February, indicating strong selling by whales.
Since then, the 14-day moving average has settled closer to 0.45, levels seen throughout 2024 and 2025. The drop in large inflow spikes indicates that fewer dominant sell-side transfers are entering Binance during the current range phase.
Bitcoin exchange whale ratio on Binance: Source: CryptoQuant
The price action during this period is also important to note. Bitcoin stabilized in the $65,000-$72,0000 region after its February decline rather than extending the drop.
Related: Bitcoin will need 17% of 'store of value' market to hit $1M: Bitwise
Meanwhile, Crypto analyst CW noted that some whales may still be accumulating. Bitcoin's cumulative volume delta (CVD) indicator shows persistent whale buying during the recent consolidation.
At the same time, whales are showing signs of accumulation. Crypto analyst CW said Bitcoin's Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD) shows buying from large traders as BTC price consolidates.
Bitcoin CVD data across different cohorts. Source: CW/X
The CVD tracks the net difference between aggressive market buys and sells. Higher readings while the price moves sideways may indicate larger participants absorbing supply without allowing the price to accelerate quickly.
BTC outflows on Binance rise as futures dominate spot trading
The exchange netflow on Binance has also
changed since mid-February. The total netflow tracks the difference between coins entering and leaving exchanges.
The 14-day moving average moved deeper into negative territory at -1,151 BTC on March 11, showing a sustained wave of Bitcoin withdrawals from the platform. This indicates that more BTC is leaving the exchange, reducing the supply immediately available for selling.
Total Bitcoin exchange netflow on Binance. Source: CryptoQuant
Derivatives activity has expanded alongside these flows. Crypto analyst Maartunn said that the futures-to-spot trading volume ratio on Binance has climbed to roughly 5.3, its highest level since October 2023, meaning futures markets have more than five times the spot volume.
Higher futures activity may signal that traders are using leverage and bracing for BTC price volatility
Binance futures/spot volume ratio. Source: CryptoQuant
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Meanwhile, Coinbase research points to improving spot demand. The exchange noted that the spent output profit ratio (SOPR) for short-term holders has turned higher since late February.
Related: Bitcoin faces 'highly volatile' setup as bulls eye return to $80K by month-end
According to the exchange, the recovery in short-term holder SOPR above 0 across both Bitcoin and Ether (ETHA $2070.00) indicates that recent demand has been strong enough to absorb selling pressure from newer traders. This has helped stabilize the BTC price in the current range.
These factors highlight the reason behind Bitcoin's current consolidation phase, which should result in sharper repricing if BTC solidifies the $70,000 level as support.
However, failure to break the $72,000 resistance over the next few days or weeks may confirm a bull trap and trigger the next leg down if history repeats.

Bitcoin is facing resistance just above $70,000, but the bulls have kept up the pressure, increasing the possibility of a rally to $74,508.

Key points:

• Bitcoin is facing selling above $70,000, but a shallow pullback increases the likelihood of a rally to $74,508.

• Select major altcoins are showing strength and may break above their overhead resistance levels.

Bitcoin (BTCA $70333.00) is facing resistance above the $70,000 level, but the bulls continue to exert pressure. The $417.95 million in inflows into the spot BTC exchange-traded funds this week suggests that lower levels are attracting buyers. The latest addition has boosted the total net inflows in March to $986.4 million.

However, not everyone believes the time is right to buy now. BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes said in a YouTube podcast that BTC could witness a massive sell-off, along with equities, if the "unfortunate war between US and Iran" carries on for longer.

He added that he would start buying BTC after the "central banks start printing money."
Analysts remain divided about BTC's next directional move. CryptoQuant contributor BorisD said in a QuickTake blog post that BTC's open interest continues to rise, building leverage. That could result in "stronger price swings, sudden directional moves, and another round of forced liquidations."

Could BTC and select major altcoins break above their overhead resistance levels? Let's analyze the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out.

Bitcoin price prediction

BTC turned down from the 50-day simple moving average ($72,875) on Tuesday, indicating the bears are vigorously defending the level.
The bulls are attempting to retain the Bitcoin price above the 20-day exponential moving average ($68,815). If they can pull it off, the BTC/ USDT pair may retest the $74,508 resistance. This is a crucial level for the bears to defend, as a close above it will complete a bullish ascending triangle pattern. The pair may then soar to

$84,000.

This positive view will be negated in the near term if the price turns down and breaks below the support line. That suggests the bears are back in the game. The pair may slump to $62,500 and then to $60,000.

Ether price prediction

Bulls attempted to push Ether (ETH

$2052.00) above the $2,111 resistance on

Tuesday, but the bears held their ground.
The bulls are again attempting to push the Ether price above the $2,111 resistance and the 50-day SMA ($2,208). If they manage to do that, the ETH/USDT pair may rally to $2,600 and subsequently to $3,045.

On the contrary, if the price turns down from the overhead resistance and breaks below the $1,916 level, it suggests that the pair will likely continue to consolidate between $1,750 and $2,200 for a few more days.

BNB price prediction

BNB (BNB ▲ $646.70) has been oscillating between the $570 and $670 level for several days, indicating indecision about the next directional move.
BNB/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The flattish 20-day EMA ($635) and the RSI near the midpoint suggest a balance between supply and demand. Buyers will have to secure a close above the 50-day SMA ($689) to gain the upper hand. The BNB/USDT pair may then surge to $730 and later to $790, where the bears are expected to pose a substantial challenge.

Contrary to this assumption, if the BNB price turns down and breaks below $607, it suggests that the range-bound action may continue for longer. Sellers will be back in the driver's seat on a close below $570.

XRP price prediction

XRP (XRPA $1.38) pierced the 20-day EMA ($1.39) on Tuesday, but the long wick on the candlestick shows selling at higher levels.
XRP/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The 20-day EMA is flattening out, and the RSI is just below the midpoint, indicating that the selling pressure is reducing. Buyers will attempt to push the XRP price above the moving averages, opening the gates for a rally to the downtrend line of the descending channel pattern.

Related:XRP price chart mirrors 1,500% rally setup from 2017, but there is a catch

Sellers are likely to have other plans. They will attempt to defend the moving averages and pull the XRP/USDT pair below the $1.27 level. If they do that, the support line will be at risk of

breaking down.

$85.86) has been trading inside

Solana price prediction

Solana (SOL

the $76 to $95 range, indicating a balance

between supply and demand.
SOL/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The flat 20-day EMA ($85) and the RSI just below the midpoint do not give a clear advantage either to the bulls or the bears.

Buyers will have to push and maintain the

Solana price above the $95 level to seize control. The SOL/USDT pair may then ascend to $117, where the bears are expected to make a stand.

On the downside, a close below the $76 level suggests that the bears have overpowered the bulls. The pair may then retest the Feb. 6 low of $67 and then drop to $57.

$0.09) rose to the 50-day

Dogecoin price prediction

Dogecoin (DOGE

SMA ($0.10) on Tuesday, but the bulls could not clear the resistance.
DOGE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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That suggests the bears are active at higher levels. The sellers are attempting to pull the Dogecoin price below the $0.09 support. If they manage to do that, the DOGE/USDT pair may plummet to the $0.08 level and then to the $0.06 level.

Alternatively, a strong rebound off the $0.09 support suggests that the bulls are fiercely defending the level. A close above the 50-day SMA clears the path for a rally to the breakdown level of $0.12, where the bears are expected to step in.

Cardano price prediction

Cardano (ADA $0.26) continues to trade inside the descending channel pattern, indicating that the sellers remain in control.
ADA/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The Cardano price has been trading below the moving averages, but a positive sign is that the bulls have not ceded much ground to the bears. That increases the likelihood of a rally to the downtrend line, which is a crucial resistance to watch out for. A close above the downtrend line will mark a short-term trend change.

Instead, if the price turns down sharply from the moving averages or the downtrend line, it suggests that the ADA/USDT pair may remain inside the channel for some more time.

$456.41) but have

Bitcoin Cash price prediction

Buyers have successfully defended the $443

level in Bitcoin Cash (BCH

failed to start a strong rebound.
BCH/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The downsloping 20-day EMA ($472) and the RSI in the negative territory indicate that bears remain in command. If the Bitcoin Cash price turns down sharply from the 20-day EMA, the possibility of a break below the $443 level increases. The BCH/USDT pair will then complete a bearish head-and-shoulders pattern, opening the doors for a fall to $375.

Conversely, if the price closes above the 20-day EMA, it suggests that the bulls are attempting a comeback. The pair may then climb to the 50-day SMA ($520), which is expected to act as stiff resistance.

Hyperliquid price prediction

Hyperliquid (HYPE $36.23) bounced off the 50-day SMA ($30.01) on Sunday, indicating that the bulls are buying the dips.
HYPE/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The 20-day EMA ($31.50) has started to turn up, and the RSI is in the positive territory, indicating that the path of least resistance is to the upside. Buyers will attempt to drive the Hyperliquid price above the $36.77 to $38.42 resistance zone. If they succeed, the HYPE/USDT pair may surge to $43 and then to $50.

Sellers will have to pull the price below

the moving averages to weaken the

bullish momentum. The pair may then tumble to

$25.50.

Monero price prediction

Buyers are attempting to push Monero (XMR

$350.56) above the 50-day SMA ($372) but are facing stiff resistance from the bears.
XMR/USDT daily chart. Source: Cointelegraph/TradingView

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The flat 20-day EMA ($346) and the RSI near the midpoint do not give a clear advantage either to the bulls or the bears. If buyers propel the Monero price above the 50-day SMA, the XMR/ USDT pair may pick up momentum and surge to the 61.8% Fibonacci retracement level of $414

and later to $452.

On the other hand, if the price turns down sharply from the current level and breaks below $333, it signals that the bears remain sellers on rallies. The pair may then slump to the $309 level.

Binance filed a lawsuit after the Wall Street Journal reported a Justice Department probe into Iran's alleged use of the exchange to avoid sanctions.
The US Department of Justice is reportedly investigating Iran's use of Binance for alleged sanctions evasion.

The DOJ is investigating whether Iran used Binance to evade US sanctions and whether transactions on the exchange helped route funds to networks linked to Iran-backed groups, including Yemen's Houthi militants, the Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing company documents and people familiar with the matter.

The WSJ said it remains unclear whether the DOJ is investigating Binance itself, its users, or both. Officials have contacted people with knowledge of the transactions to seek interviews and gather evidence, the report said.

The probe follows earlier reporting that Binance dismantled an internal investigation into roughly $1 billion that flowed through the platform to a network tied to Iranian proxy groups.

The DOJ had not confirmed the investigation at the time of publication.
Binance denies accusations, files a

defamation suit against The WSJ Binance categorically denied claims that it dismantled any compliance investigation in a statement to Cointelegraph, calling The WSJ report false.

It has also filed a defamation lawsuit against the publication in the Southern District of New York, seeking damages and legal fees, demanding a jury trial.
The company said its internal probe continued and uncovered a sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional pattern of financial activity spanning Asia, the Middle East and other regions.

"We are not aware of any investigations. But as always, we are collaborating with regulators and law enforcement to investigate the facts," a spokesperson for Binance said.

The exchange also cited a blog post with a full examination of the situation, following up on its statement on Feb. 23, which details the fund flows and addresses what Binance describes as

false claims made against the platform.

Related:CZ says CEXs have 'zero motive' to aid

terrorists as court dismisses terrorism suit

US Senate Democrats launched a probe in February, and Binance has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.

Binance pleaded guilty in 2023 to violating US anti-money-laundering and sanctions laws,

paying a $4.3 billion fine and agreeing to operate

under US oversight.

Former Binance CEO Changpeng "CZ" Zhao pleaded guilty to related charges and spent four months in jail in 2024. In October 2025, CZ received a pardon from US President Donald Trump.

Michael Saylor has once again demonstrated his unwavering conviction in Bitcoin. His company, MicroStrategy, recently acquired 17,994 BTC for approximately $1.28 billion, even as the firm’s Bitcoin holdings sit on nearly $6 billion in unrealized losses.
This move reflects Saylor’s long-standing strategy of turning the corporate balance sheet into a vehicle for aggressive Bitcoin accumulation. By leveraging STRC preferred shares, the company has found a way to raise capital and expand its Bitcoin position while avoiding the immediate dilution that often concerns common shareholders.
Supporters view this approach as a bold and innovative treasury strategy—essentially creating a continuous institutional bid for Bitcoin. Critics, however, argue that the line between strong conviction and risky overexposure can sometimes blur.
Another factor adding pressure is the evolving valuation of the company. For years, MicroStrategy traded at a significant premium to the value of its Bitcoin holdings—often referred to as the “Saylor Premium.” Recently, that premium appears to be shrinking as the company’s market capitalization moves closer to its Net Asset Value (NAV).
If Bitcoin fails to reclaim higher levels—particularly around $76,000—the 11.5% dividend obligations tied to the STRC preferred shares could become a heavier financial burden. What some see as a strategic masterstroke, others increasingly view as a high-stakes bet designed to maintain momentum.
Regardless of the outcome, one thing remains clear: Saylor continues to place one of the largest and most confident corporate bets on Bitcoin in financial history.

Buyers were undeterred by surging oil prices, pushing Bitcoin near $69,500 and large-cap altcoins close to their overhead resistance levels.
Key points:

• Rising oil prices have not hurt crypto sentiment as buyers attempt to push Bitcoin above $69,000

Buyers are attempting to propel several major altcoins above their overhead resistance levels, indicating demand at lower levels.

$68986.00) above $69,000 on Monday.

A sharp rally in oil prices failed to deter

cryptocurrency buyers who pushed Bitcoin

(BTC

Although the spot BTC exchange-traded funds witnessed outflows on Thursday and Friday, the week saw net inflows of $568.45 million per

SoSoValue data. That was the second successive week of net inflows, a first in five months.

While some analysts believe that BTC may have bottomed out, on-chain analyst Willy Woo said in a post on X that BTC was solidly in the middle of a bear market from a long-range liquidity perspective and was forming a bull trap.

Usually, when negative news fails to sink the price to a new low in a bearish trend, it suggests that the selling may be drying up. That doesn't guarantee a sharp rally in the near term, as markets tend to consolidate in a range for a while before starting the next leg higher.

Could buyers push BTC and major altcoins above their resistance levels? Let's analyze the charts of the top 10 cryptocurrencies to find out.

S&P 500 Index price prediction The S&P 500 Index (SPX) closed below the 6,775 level on Friday, indicating that the bears are attempting to take charge.

The moving averages have completed a bearish crossover, and the relative strength index (RSI) has dipped into the negative territory, indicating the path of least resistance is to the downside. The next crucial support to watch out for on the downside is 6,550. If the level cracks, the correction may deepen to 6,147.

Buyers will have to drive the price above the moving averages to signal strength. That improves the prospects of a rally to the 7,290 level.

US Dollar Index price prediction The US Dollar Index (DXY) is facing resistance near the 99.50 level, but the bulls have kept up the pressure.

The upsloping 20-day exponential moving average (98.17) and the RSI above the 63 level suggest that the bulls are in command. If the price closes above the 99.50 level, the index may retest the critical overhead resistance at the 100.54 level. A close above the 100.54 resistance suggests the start of a new up move.

Sellers will have to tug the price below the moving averages to retain the index inside the 95.50 to 100.54 range.

Bitcoin price prediction

BTC fell below the 20-day EMA ($68,553) on Friday, but the bears could not sink the price below the support line. That suggests demand at lower levels.

If the price maintains above the 20-day EMA, the likelihood of a break above the $74,508 resistance increases. Such a move suggests that the BTC/USDT pair may have bottomed out in the short term. The Bitcoin price may then soar to $84,000, where the bears are expected to mount a strong defense.

This positive view will be invalidated in the near term if the price turns down and breaks below the support line. The pair may then drop to the vital support at $60,000.

Ether price prediction

Ether (ETH▲ $2031.00) broke below the 20-day EMA ($2,018) on Friday, but the bears could not sink the price to the $1,750 level.

That suggests selling dries up at lower levels. The bulls are attempting to push the price back above the 20-day EMA. If they manage to do that, the ETH/USDT pair may climb to the 50-day SMA ($2,249). Sellers will attempt to halt the relief rally at the 50-day SMA, but if the bulls prevail, the pair may jump to $2,600.

Contrary to this assumption, if the Ether price turns down from the $2,111 level and breaks below $1,916, it signals that the pair may remain inside the range for a while longer.

$638.70) fell below the 20-day

BNB price prediction

BNB (BNB

EMA ($633) on Friday, but the bears could not pull the price to the $570 level.

That attracted buyers who are trying to push the price back above the 20-day EMA. If they succeed, the BNB/USDT pair may retest the overhead resistance at $670. Sellers are expected to fiercely defend the $670 level, as a close above it opens the doors for a rally to $730

and then $790.

Instead, if the BNB price turns down from the current level or the $670 resistance, it suggests that the range-bound action may continue for a few more days. Sellers will have to yank the pair below the $570 level to start the next leg of the downtrend toward $500.

$1.37) has been trading just

XRP price prediction

XRP (XRP

below the 20-day EMA ($1.39) for several days,

indicating that the bulls continue to exert

pressure.

A close above the 20-day EMA will be the first sign of strength. The XRP/USDT pair may then rally to the $1.61 level and subsequently to the downtrend line of the descending channel pattern. Buyers will have to break and sustain the XRP price above the downtrend line to signal a short-term trend change.

Conversely, if the price turns down from the 20-day EMA and breaks below $1.27, it suggests that the bulls have given up. That may sink the pair to the support line, which is likely to attract buyers.

Solana price prediction

Solana (SOL $85.83) has been consolidating between $76 and $95 for several days, indicating a balance between supply and demand.

The flattish 20-day EMA ($85) and the RSI just below the midpoint do not give a clear advantage either to the bulls or the bears.

The next trending move is expected to begin on a close above $95 or below $76. If buyers drive the Solana price above $95, the rally may reach $117. Alternatively, a break and close below $76 suggests that the bears have overpowered the bulls. The SOL/USDT pair may then slump to the Feb. 6 low of $67.

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Dogecoin price prediction

Dogecoin (DOGE A $0.09) fell below the $0.09 support on Sunday, but the bears could not sustain the lower levels. The bulls bought the dip

and are attempting to reclaim the level.

If the relief rally turns down from the 20-day

EMA ($0.09), it suggests that the bears remain in control. That heightens the risk of a drop to Feb. 6 low of $0.08.

Buyers are likely to have other plans. They will attempt to push the Dogecoin price above the moving averages. If they can pull it off, the DOGE/USDT pair may surge to the breakdown level of $0.12. Buyers will have to achieve a close above the $0.12 resistance to suggest that the pair may have bottomed out at $0.08.

$0.26) slipped below the $0.25

Cardano price prediction

Cardano (ADA

support on Sunday, but the bears are struggling

to sustain the lower levels.

The bulls will attempt a recovery, which is expected to face selling at the 20-day EMA ($0.27). If the price turns down sharply from the 20-day EMA, the bears will strive to sink the ADA/ USDT pair to the support line of the descending channel pattern. If the Cardano price rebounds off the support line with strength, it suggests that the pair may remain inside the channel for some more time.

The bulls will have to drive and maintain the price above the downtrend line to signal a potential short-term trend change.

$449.81) has been

Bitcoin Cash price prediction

Bitcoin Cash (BCH

witnessing a tough battle between the bulls and the bears at the $443 level.

The bulls are attempting a relief rally, but the bears are likely to halt any recovery attempt at the 20-day EMA ($478). If the Bitcoin Cash price turns down sharply from the 20-day EMA, it increases the likelihood of a break below the $443 level.

If that happens, the BCH/USDT pair will complete a bearish head-and-shoulder pattern.

That may start a downward move to $375.

Contrarily, a close above the 20-day EMA suggests that the selling pressure is reducing. The pair may then rally to the 50-day SMA ($525)

Brent crude surges 17% to $108.73/barrel, while US crude futures climb over 20%, following Mojtaba Khamenei’s appointment as Iran’s new Supreme Leader. ⚡
🌍 Regional Tensions Escalate:
Fears of Strait of Hormuz disruptions rise as Bahrain declares force majeure on oil shipments after an Iranian refinery attack. Energy markets are pricing in severe supply risk. ⛽
📉 Global Market Reaction:
Tokyo Nikkei 225 plunges 7%
Asian share futures fall amid a heightened geopolitical risk premium 📊
Market Snapshot:
Brent breaks $108 resistance, with prompt spreads signaling 4-week physical market stress.
Key levels: Support: $100 ⚠️ | Resistance: $120/barrel 💥 if maritime disruptions persist and storage fills up.
Volatility spike: 28% weekly gain, 17% daily surge – expect continued extreme price swings.
Core Drivers:
Historic succession: Mojtaba Khamenei, first son-to-son Supreme Leader since 1979, consolidates hardline authority with strong IRGC ties.
Regional escalation: Appointment follows father’s killing in US-Israel strike (Feb 28), intensifying Iran-Israel-US conflict with missile & drone attacks.
Hardline continuity: Close IRGC ties indicate confrontational policies, keeping Western tensions high.
Trading Strategy:
🛡️ Risk management is critical: Hedge energy exposure, use stop-losses below $100 for longs.
🔍 Monitor geopolitical premium: Pricing reflects prolonged disruption – track Strait of Hormuz traffic for trend confirmation.
⚠️ Risk Warning:
Strait of Hormuz closure could push Brent to $120/barrel, risking a broader international crisis.
Extreme price swings expected; reduce leverage and maintain strict stop-loss discipline.

The crypto market just felt the shockwave of the escalating Middle East crisis. Bitcoin suddenly dropped nearly 2% in just 15 minutes, falling from $66,960 to $65,725 as global oil prices surged dramatically.
Meanwhile, oil prices skyrocketed from $95 to $113.7 per barrel shortly after U.S. futures markets opened — the highest level since 2022. The surge comes after tensions increased following strikes involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, raising fears of a massive energy supply disruption. 🌍🔥
The biggest concern right now is the Strait of Hormuz, one of the most critical oil shipping routes in the world. Iraq warned that nearly 3 million barrels per day of oil production could be disrupted if tanker threats continue.
Last week alone, oil prices jumped over 30%, while Bitcoin initially surged from $64K to $73,770 before entering a four-day correction phase. This shows how global geopolitical events are now directly impacting crypto volatility.
Even Donald Trump commented on the situation, saying oil prices may spike temporarily but could fall quickly once markets stabilize.
📊 Market Insight:
When geopolitical tensions rise, investors often move between oil, gold, and crypto, creating massive volatility opportunities for traders.
⚡ Key Takeaway:
Global politics are now moving markets faster than ever. Smart traders watch macro events, not just charts.
💬 Question for traders:
Is this just a temporary dip for Bitcoin… or the start of a bigger correction? 👇🔥

The cryptocurrency market is once again facing a wave of uncertainty as Bitcoin (BTC) trades around $66,994, reflecting a 0.76% decline in the last 24 hours. Despite this short-term dip, Bitcoin still holds a modest 1.84% gain over the past week, suggesting that the broader trend remains relatively stable for now.
Currently, Bitcoin maintains a market capitalization of approximately $1.34 trillion, with 58.75% dominance across the crypto market. Daily trading activity remains steady, with 24-hour volume reaching about $29.5 billion, indicating moderate market participation amid ongoing uncertainty.
Extreme Fear Returns to the Market
Market sentiment has turned sharply bearish as the Crypto Fear & Greed Index has dropped to 18, a level categorized as “Extreme Fear.” Historically, such sentiment often appears during periods of heightened uncertainty when investors become cautious and liquidity tightens.
Another significant development is that around 77% of corporate Bitcoin holdings are currently underwater, meaning the current market price is below the average purchase price for many institutional treasuries. This marks the first time since May 2022 that such a large portion of corporate holdings is facing unrealized losses, potentially creating additional selling pressure if institutions decide to rebalance their positions.
One notable example is MicroStrategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin. The company currently holds 720,737 BTC with an average acquisition cost of $75,985, meaning its position is temporarily in unrealized loss territory at current prices. However, the firm has historically maintained a long-term conviction strategy rather than short-term trading.
Institutional Activity Remains Strong
Despite the negative sentiment indicators, institutional participation in Bitcoin remains significant. Data suggests that approximately 65% of trading volume occurs on regulated exchanges, highlighting continued involvement from professional investors and large financial entities.
Additionally, spot Bitcoin ETFs have recently recorded $787 million in inflows, marking the first week of positive net inflows after five consecutive weeks of outflows. This development indicates that institutional investors may still view current price levels as attractive entry points.
Technical Outlook
From a technical perspective, Bitcoin is currently trading near an important consolidation zone.
Support Zone: $60,000 – $63,000
Critical Demand Level: Around $60,000 where buyers historically step in
Resistance Levels: $71,350 – $86,000
Immediate Resistance: $76,000 – $80,000
Momentum indicators such as the Relative Strength Index (RSI) are currently hovering near 50, suggesting neutral market momentum after recently cooling down from overbought conditions.
Trading Perspective
If the market stabilizes, some traders may consider accumulation between $65,000 and $67,000, while implementing risk management with a stop-loss near $63,000.
Potential short-term targets remain in the $71,000–$73,000 range, while stronger bullish momentum could push Bitcoin toward the $76,000–$80,000 resistance zone.
Risk Factors to Watch
While Bitcoin continues to show resilience, several risks remain:
Extreme fear sentiment may lead to further downside or prolonged consolidation.
High levels of institutional unrealized losses could create liquidation pressure if market conditions worsen.
High-leverage traders are particularly vulnerable during volatile phases and may need to reduce leverage exposure to avoid liquidation events.
Final Outlook
Although the current market sentiment appears highly cautious, Bitcoin’s long-term fundamentals remain intact. Continued institutional participation, ETF inflows, and strong historical support zones suggest that the market may be entering a period of consolidation rather than a full bearish reversal.
As always, investors should combine technical analysis, macroeconomic context, and proper risk management when navigating the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency market.

South Korea’s financial regulator, the Financial Services Commission (FSC), is preparing new corporate crypto trading rules that could reshape institutional activity in the market. Under the upcoming framework, companies will be allowed to invest up to 5% of their equity in major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
However, there’s a major twist ⚠️ — stablecoins such as Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) are excluded from corporate investment. The reason lies in South Korea’s foreign exchange regulations, which currently do not recognize stablecoins as legitimate foreign payment instruments.
This means corporations cannot officially use stablecoins for treasury management or international transactions through regulated banking channels. Meanwhile, retail investors remain unaffected and can still access stablecoins through personal wallets or overseas exchanges. 🌍
The policy could create liquidity fragmentation in Asian crypto markets, as companies might look for alternative ways to access stablecoins outside formal financial systems.
📊 Bottom Line: South Korea is opening the door for institutional crypto investment—but stablecoins remain on the regulatory sidelines for now.