Metaplanet Picks up 620 Bitcoin as Ripple Token Leads Market Lower

XRP dropped 3% in the past 24 hours, leading losses among major tokens as bitcoin (BTC) started the festive week in the red and Japanese bitcoin accumulator Metaplanet (3350) announced its biggest purchase. The Tokyo-listed company said it bought a record 619.70 BTC for 9.5 billion yen ($61 million) in a move that lifted its BTC holdings by 54%. BTC is still 1.5% lower over 24 hours, CoinGecko data shows, with ether (ETH), Cardano’s ADA, Solana’s SOL and dogecoin (DOGE) all down as much as 2%. Chainlink’s LINK and Tron’s…

Why The Next Wave Is Bearish And Could Drop To $0.15

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Crypto analyst Behdark has provided an in-depth analysis of the Dogecoin price roadmap to its current all-time high (ATH) of $0.75. In his analysis, he explains why Dogecoin could still witness a significant correction before it rallies to its current ATH.  Dogecoin Price Next Wave Is Bearish In a TradingView post, Behdark stated that the Dogecoin price seems to be entering wave F, which is a bearish wave. The crypto analyst noted that the previous corrective waves of this diametric lasted between 196…

Ethiopia Signals Potential Shift on Cryptocurrency Stance

The governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has indicated that the bank may issue guidelines for the use of cryptocurrency in the country, suggesting a potential shift in the country’s stance on digital currencies. While cryptocurrency is currently illegal in Ethiopia, the NBE is closely monitoring global developments in central banking and may […] Source

Can Ethereum Break $3,500 Before End Of ’24? Analyst Weighs In

Este artículo también está disponible en español. As 2024 nears its conclusion, Ethereum price fluctuations are being closely monitored. The trajectory of the cryptocurrency is critically influenced by key resistance and support levels, as indicated by recent analysis from crypto experts, which suggests a cautiously optimistic outlook. Related Reading Important Price Levels To Monitor Analyzing cryptocurrencies, Justin Bennett emphasized the importance of Ethereum recovering the $3,540 level over the weekly period on December 22. This pricing range is regarded as necessary to show a potential change in the market toward…

El Salvador celebrates Christmas 2024 by buying another Bitcoin

El Salvador’s festive holiday celebrations amid IMF restrictions. As the country adds to its Bitcoin (BTC) reserve, El Salvador’s Christmas 2024 celebration has a distinctive Bitcoin-themed Christmas tree, further demonstrating the country’s everlasting dedication to the original cryptocurrency. 🇸🇻 Bitcoin Christmas in El Salvador pic.twitter.com/EcXVS3QWPV — Watcher.Guru (@WatcherGuru) December 23, 2024 On Dec. 19, 2024, shortly after obtaining a $1.4 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, El Salvador made headlines once more when it bought 11 BTC, valued at over $1 million. This action demonstrates the nation’s audacious BTC…

ADA Faces Retest Of $0.8119 As Technical Indicators Turn Bearish

Cardano (ADA) is facing increasing bearish momentum, with its price nearing a critical support level at $0.8119. This potential retest signals a pivotal moment for the cryptocurrency as market conditions turn unfavorable.  Recent price action with negative signals from key technical indicators has intensified concerns about further downside risks. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) and other metrics suggest growing selling pressure, making ADA’s ability to hold above this key level a matter of significance. A breach below $0.8119 could pave the way for more losses, potentially pulling ADA into uncharted…

What’s The Worst Case Scenario For Bitcoin? Analyst Explains

Este artículo también está disponible en español. In his latest video published on December 21, crypto analyst Rekt Capital tried to answer the question “What’s The Worst Case Scenario For Bitcoin Right Now?”. After reaching a new all-time high at $108,374 on December 17, the BTC price is down more than -11%. How Low Can Bitcoin Price Go? Rekt Capital put the Bitcoin price pullback in a historical perspective, underscoring the historical importance of weeks 6, 7, and 8 in a “price discovery uptrend.” Drawing upon past cycles such as…

Phoenix Group targets Nasdaq for dual listing in 2025

UAE’s first crypto-listed company, Phoenix Group, plans NASDAQ dual-listing. Phoenix Group, the first cryptocurrency company in the UAE to be listed on the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange (ADX), is planning to dual-list on the Nasdaq in 2025 to expand its worldwide footprint. Founded in 2017 and based in Abu Dhabi, the company made history in October 2023 when it was registered on the Middle Eastern stock exchange as the first private cryptocurrency and blockchain organization. With government-supported programs creating a flourishing digital economy, the UAE is quickly becoming a center…

XRP Price On Its Way To $10 In Only 3 Months If It Follows This Pattern

Este artículo también está disponible en español. The XRP price has continued its steep correction into the past 24 hours, with it currently hovering around the $2.2 price level. Nonetheless, analysts are still concerned about the possibility of the XRP price reaching new highs sooner than later, with some giving projections into the two-digit threshold at $10 and beyond. Interestingly, crypto analyst Cryptoinsightuk recently shared his thoughts on social media platform X, drawing attention to a potential roadmap for XRP to achieve this ambitious target. Mirroring The 2017 XRP Price…

Metaplanet makes largest Bitcoin bet, acquires nearly 620 BTC

Tokyo-listed Metaplanet has purchased another 9.5 billion yen ($60.6 million) worth of Bitcoin, pushing its holdings to 1,761.98 BTC. Metaplanet, a publicly traded Japanese company, has acquired 619.7 Bitcoin as part of its crypto treasury strategy, paying an average of 15,330,073 yen per (BTC), with a total investment of 9.5 billion yen. According to the company’s latest financial disclosure, Metaplanet’s total Bitcoin holdings now stand at 1,761.98 BTC, with an average purchase price of 11,846,002 yen (~$75,628) per Bitcoin. The company has spent 20.872 billion yen in total on Bitcoin…