Citi Raises Ether Forecast to $4,500, Adjusts Bitcoin Target Down to $132K

Key Notes The bank maintains Bitcoin as its top digital asset pick, citing its digital gold narrative and dominant market position. Institutional allocations and advisor-led inflows are expected to sustain upward momentum throughout the remaining months. Equity market weakness poses downside risk for Bitcoin, while Ethereum faces modeling complexity from Layer-2 activity. Citigroup has issued an updated forecast for the crypto market, raising its price target for Ethereum ETH $4 419 24h volatility: 2.1% Market cap: $533.09 B Vol. 24h: $36.19 B while making a slight downward adjustment to its…

Ether Jumps 6%, but Whales Are Cashing Near Key Resistance

Key Notes Ether jumped 6.6% in a day, reclaiming the $4,400 zone. Whales sold over $200 million worth of ETH ahead of $4,505 resistance. Analysts eye Wyckoff breakout and possible $8,000 rally this cycle. Ethereum ETH $4 391 24h volatility: 2.0% Market cap: $530.58 B Vol. 24h: $41.47 B is bouncing back strongly after last week’s dip to $3,850. The second-largest crypto gained more than 6% on Oct. 2, climbing to $4,383 at the time of writing. Market data suggests that ETH 24-hour trading volume has surged by 45%, currently…

Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Extend Recovery With $557 Million in Inflows

Bitcoin and ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) extended their recovery, bringing in $430 million and $127 million, respectively. Blackrock’s IBIT led bitcoin inflows, while Blackrock’s ETHA carried ether to another positive day. Institutional Demand Holds Strong as Bitcoin and Ether ETFs See Back-to-Back Gains Momentum is building in crypto ETFs. After Monday’s billion-dollar rebound, both bitcoin […] Original

Bitcoin drops below $113,000 amid profit taking, risk of government shutdown: CNBC Crypto World

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io On today’s episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin dips below $113,000 amid profit taking and a growing risk of a government shutdown. Plus, crypto custody firm BitGo discloses in an IPO filing that revenue nearly quadrupled so far this year compared to the same time last year. And, Ondo Finance’s founder & CEO Nathan Allman discusses the growth of the firm’s newly launched tokenized securities platform. Chapters: 00:00 – CNBC Crypto World, Sept 22, 2025 0:25 – Bitcoin drops 0:53 – The…

Who’s Earning in Bitcoin and Ether in 2025

Key takeaways: Developers command high salaries even for junior positions. On average, a North American blockchain developer can earn over $150,000. The crypto job market extends beyond technical positions, with product managers, CTOs and compliance officers all commanding well-compensated roles. Crypto CEOs generate massive wealth primarily through equity stakes and token allocations rather than just base salaries. Top figures like Changpeng Zhao have reached billions in net worth. The crypto job market follows the cyclical market patterns with more opportunities during bull runs and shrinking employment rates during bear markets.…

Bitcoin struggles to maintain $112,000 level: CNBC Crypto World

▶ Coinbase Website: Coinbase.com ▶ CEX Website: cex.io On today’s episode of CNBC Crypto World, bitcoin and ether are little changed after a pullback to start the week. Plus, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says stablecoins don’t pose a threat to banks. And, Santiago Roel Santos of Inversion breaks down where crypto is going in Q4. Chapters: 00:00 – CNBC Crypto World, Sept 23, 2025 0:23 – Bitcoin tests $113,000 0:48 – The headlines 2:10 – Santiago Santos of Inversion For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to…

How Options Expiry Moves Bitcoin and Ether Prices

Key Takeaways: Options expiry creates volatility as traders lock profits, cut losses and reposition around large BTC and ETH contracts. Put-call ratios signal sentiment: Above 1 shows a bearish outlook, while below 1 points to bullish expectations. Max Pain theory suggests expiry prices gravitate to where the most contracts expire worthless, amplifying potential manipulation risks.Understanding expiry helps traders track key metrics, anticipate volatility and manage risk more effectively during these periods. To most people, Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH) market prices can seem unpredictable. But look closer, and there’s a…