Kitco data show ETH (~$2,920), XRP (~$1.87), and SOL (~$126) all down roughly 4%–6% over 24 hours and 6%–10% over the week, echoing Monday’s Bloomberg report that Ether, Dogecoin, and XRP fell about 5% as crypto equities sold off. Analysts tie the weakness to broad de‑risking in global equities and hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan, with leverage unwinds in majors spilling over into the wider altcoin complex.
Crypto-equity complex sees heavy damage, with miners hit hardest but selective dip-buying emerging
Yahoo Finance highlights steep losses in bitcoin miners like Hut 8, while CoinDesk notes a 47% slide in IREN that B. Riley now frames as a buying opportunity, citing strong funding and GPU ramp optionality. Separately, ARK Invest has been adding to Coinbase and other listed crypto names into this drawdown, suggesting some institutional investors view the equity selloff as overextended relative to underlying network activity.
Macro backdrop favors hard assets like gold and copper over digital risk assets for now
TradingEconomics reports gold near $4,300/oz, up ~6% on the month and over 60% year‑on‑year, as multiple Fed cuts, expectations of further easing, and safe‑haven demand drive ETF inflows and central-bank buying. Copper has also climbed to around $5.3/lb, near a 19‑week high on short covering and the longer‑term energy‑transition story, underscoring how capital is rotating toward real‑asset inflation hedges while crypto trades more like a high‑beta risk asset in the current risk‑off tape.
Bitcoin hovers in high-$80Ks as liquidity thins and sentiment slips back to ‘extreme fear’
Coindesk and Investing.com report BTC drifting around $88K–$90K with low leverage and fading post-Fed demand, even as corporate treasuries quietly resume accumulation. The Crypto Fear and Greed Index has slid back into extreme fear, and ETF outflows plus thin year-end liquidity are amplifying each downward move.
Crypto majors extend post-Fed pullback as macro risk keeps pressure on risk assets
Bitcoin (~$85.9K, -2.5%) and Ethereum (~$2.95K, -3.6%) are falling for a fourth straight session, continuing the retreat that began after last week’s Fed rate cut and amid renewed anxiety over 2026 policy paths. Reuters and Yahoo Finance note that traders are de-risking ahead of a ‘data dump’ of delayed U.S. jobs, retail sales and inflation figures that could shift rate-cut expectations.
Risk-off tone and central bank week pressure Eth and majors
ETH is around $2,940, off about 4%, with CoinDesk noting fading post-Fed demand and low leverage as traders de-risk into a packed week of U.S. releases plus BoJ, BoE and ECB decisions that could tighten global liquidity, a key driver for crypto valuations.
Altcoins underperform as fear grips market, XRP and Solana lag
XRP near $1.89 (-4%–5%) has repeatedly failed to clear the $2 level per CoinDesk, while SOL around $126 (-2%–3%) extends double-digit monthly losses; fear-and-greed gauges are back in ‘extreme fear,’ and crypto-related equities tied to these tokens have dropped more sharply than the coins themselves.
Technical breakdown stokes talk of deeper BTC correction
News from CoinDesk and Bloomberg flag BTC’s break below its recent trading range and the risk of a retest of the $80,000 area or worse, with some technicians like Peter Brandt warning that a snapped parabolic arc could open downside toward $25,000, even as on-chain models cited by Bitcoin Magazine suggest fair value closer to $100,000.
Market waiting for a catalyst as traders eye dense macro calendar
Across the coverage, from CoinDesk’s Daybook to Investing.com’s morning brief, commentators describe a crypto market stuck in a choppy, range-bound consolidation. With U.S. nonfarm payrolls, CPI, PMI readings, Fed speeches and a potentially hawkish Bank of Japan decision ahead, most participants are staying sidelined, leaving prices vulnerable to sharp moves in either direction once fresh data hits.
BTC holds below $90K as macro uncertainty caps upside
BTC trades around $87.9K, fractionally lower, after repeatedly failing to break a descending trendline near $94K and slipping back under the psychologically important $90K level. FXStreet and Investing.com highlight cautious risk sentiment ahead of a heavy week of U.S. data and global central bank meetings, with some analysts (e.g., Peter Brandt) warning of downside risk toward $80K or even $25K if the broken parabola plays out.
Eth softens after rejection at 50-day EMA
ETH is near $3,050, down about 0.5% on the day, giving back part of last week’s modest bounce. FXStreet notes ETH was rejected at its 50-day EMA around $3,280 and now risks a deeper pullback toward $3,017 and potentially $2,749 if that support breaks, even as some venues still show it slightly positive intraday amid generally subdued altcoin flows.
Sol bucks the drift with a small gain but stays inside downtrend
SOL is slightly higher near $130–$132, up about 0.5%, outperforming most large caps today. Still, CoinDesk notes that Solana, along with other high‑beta altcoins, has been under pressure in recent weeks as year‑end profit‑taking in BTC and thin liquidity amplify moves, leaving SOL down on the week and still vulnerable if Bitcoin retests lower supports.
Derivatives and sentiment data show a fearful, range‑bound market
CoinDesk reports the Crypto Fear and Greed Index back in ‘extreme fear’ after prior liquidations wiped out overleveraged longs, and FXStreet/Coinglass data show rising open interest in selective names like Dogecoin as traders hunt for rebound plays. Overall, flows are light and ranges tight, with analysts repeatedly describing ‘a market waiting for a catalyst’ in the form of incoming U.S. data or central bank surprises.
Macro backdrop: Fed cuts done for now, BOJ/ECB/BoE in focus
Despite the Fed’s third rate cut of 2025 and a softer dollar, crypto has failed to mount a sustained relief rally, suggesting the bullish impulse from easier policy is fading. News from Investing.com, Yahoo Finance and FXStreet stress that this week’s U.S. jobs and inflation prints plus the Bank of Japan’s widely expected hike—historically associated with BTC drawdowns—are keeping traders defensive across digital assets.
Bitcoin stabilizes below $90K as macro risk-off mood persists
BTC trades near $89K–$90K, up about 1.5% intraday but still stuck in a tight range after a multi-week slide. Caution ahead of key U.S. jobs and inflation data and the Bank of Japan decision is curbing fresh risk-taking and keeping volatility muted.
Downside risks for BTC grow, with $80K retest back on traders’ radar
CoinDesk notes BTC has retreated from roughly $93K since Friday, with technicals pointing to rising odds of a pullback toward the $80K area if support around the mid‑$80Ks fails. A weak Nasdaq and thin year‑end liquidity are reinforcing defensive positioning.
Ethereum outperforms majors but stalls below key resistance
ETH is around $3,150, up roughly 2.8% on the day and modestly firmer than BTC over the week. FXStreet highlights that rejection at the 50‑day EMA near $3,280 leaves ETH vulnerable to a move toward $3,000–$2,750 if macro data or risk sentiment deteriorate.
XRP pinned near $2.00 as it tests critical support-resistance zone
XRP sits around $1.98–$2.00, barely higher on the day after failing several times to clear $2, which CoinDesk frames as a near‑term inflection level. FXStreet warns that a daily close below ~$1.96 could open room toward $1.77, while holding this base keeps $2.35 in play.
Solana edges higher but remains pressured alongside high‑beta altcoins
SOL trades near $132, up about 1.8% but still lagging after recent drawdowns as Coindesk flags year‑end profit‑taking and thin liquidity across ETH, SOL, and ADA. Risk-sensitive names like SOL remain tethered to BTC direction and broader tech‑stock sentiment.
Digital asset treasuries and crypto-proxy stocks enter ‘Darwinian phase’
Yahoo Finance reports that bitcoin‑heavy corporates such as Strategy Inc. have been hit hard since October’s BTC crash, with mNAVs compressing toward 1x. This is forcing balance‑sheet hoarders to build cash reserves and could accelerate consolidation if BTC remains range‑bound.
HashKey IPO and continued institutional accumulation contrast with retail caution
HashKey’s Hong Kong IPO, reportedly multiple times oversubscribed, underscores ongoing institutional interest in crypto infrastructure even as spot prices stall. On-chain and balance‑sheet data cited by CoinDesk show whales and corporates quietly accumulating BTC while retail flows and leverage stay muted.
Ethereum Holds Firm While Altcoin Performance Diverges
Ethereum is trading around $3,100, aligning with recent data showing it at $3,115.23 on December 14, 2025, after a slight uptick from $3,085 the prior day. This reflects minor daily fluctuations amid broader crypto market declines, with the user's noted 0.3% loss fitting the volatile sentiment.
Market Trends
Polkadot (DOT) and XRP have shown relative strength, outperforming Ethereum despite overall risk aversion impacting DeFi tokens and altcoins. Total market capitalization and sentiment indicators continue to signal caution, consistent with Ethereum's year-over-year drop of about 20% from $3,907.
Key Performers
- Outperformers: Polkadot and XRP Ledger tokens hold ground better than Ethereum.
- Underperformers: DeFi sector and major altcoins weaken alongside falling market cap.
This setup points to persistent trader caution in the crypto space.
Regulation and policy tone turn more crypto‑friendly under Trump
A New York Times investigation notes the SEC has pulled back from its earlier aggressive enforcement stance toward crypto since Trump returned to office, reinforcing the narrative that regulatory headwinds have eased even as macro and demand‑side pressures keep prices below record highs.
BTC extends post-October correction amid crash fears
Bitcoin trades near $88.5K, down about 2% on the day and far below its $126K October peak as investors digest warnings from Michael Saylor and others about potential index exclusions and a $1 trillion market drawdown. Extreme fear readings, heavy liquidations and concerns that corporate bitcoin-treasury buying has largely run its course are reinforcing expectations for a deeper correction even as ETF flows are viewed as the next major upside driver (Forbes, Yahoo Finance, CoinDesk).
Broader crypto market under pressure as macro tailwinds fade
Ethereum, XRP and Solana are all down 1%–2% today, echoing recent CoinDesk data showing a 5.7% weekend drop in BTC and a roughly 7% slide in the CoinDesk 20 Index as hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan and a more cautious global rate-cut outlook sap risk appetite (CoinDesk, Bloomberg). The Fed’s ‘hawkish cut’ and fading expectations for aggressive easing into 2026 are curbing the monetary-policy tailwind that powered crypto earlier in the year, keeping traders defensive into a data-heavy week with U.S. jobs, CPI and retail sales on deck (Sources: DailyForex, Yahoo Finance).
Digital asset treasury stocks hit a "Darwinian phase"
Shares of bitcoin and ether heavy treasury companies such as Strategy and other DAT names have plunged 30%–60% since October’s liquidation event, with some now trading near or below the value of their underlying crypto holdings (Yahoo Finance, Forbes, CoinDesk). Analysts describe a shakeout in which only firms with sustainable cash-generating businesses alongside their token treasuries are likely to survive, while MSCI’s pending index-rule decision adds another overhang for Saylor’s Strategy in early 2026.
Crypto majors extend consolidation as macro jitters cap risk appetite
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and Solana are all down 1.7%–2.8% over the last day, reflecting fading risk appetite ahead of a heavy week of U.S. inflation and labor data plus a pivotal Bank of Japan rate decision. Broader risk markets, including the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, have also pulled back from record or near‑record highs, reinforcing a cautious tone.
Bitcoin hovers below $90K amid ‘extreme low volatility’ and crash warnings
BTC trades around $87.9K, off 2.5%, after repeatedly failing to break higher and slipping under the $90K area that CoinDesk and Cointelegraph flag as key short‑term support. Analysts describe an ‘extreme low volatility’ setup with a potential bear flag that could send prices toward the mid‑$70Ks or even the $50K range if support levels give way.
Fed’s ‘hawkish cut’ and fading global easing momentum weigh on crypto sentiment
The Fed’s 25 bp rate cut, widely seen as hawkish with limited scope for further easing, triggered a ‘buy the rumor, sell the news’ reaction in Bitcoin according to Forbes and AMBCrypto. Bloomberg notes rich‑world rate‑cut momentum is stalling, reducing the prospect of a sustained liquidity tailwind that previously supported digital assets.
Japan risk and yen carry-trade unwind loom over BTC
Investing.com and Cointelegraph highlight the upcoming BoJ rate hike and potential clash with the government as a major macro overhang that could unwind yen carry trades and pressure risk assets, including Bitcoin. Past BoJ hikes have coincided with 20%–30% BTC drawdowns, and some macro strategists now warn of a possible dump below $70K if policy proves more hawkish than expected.
Digital asset treasury stocks enter ‘Darwinian phase’ after October BTC crash
Yahoo Finance reports that Bitcoin’s sharp October reversal has pushed many crypto‑treasury companies into deep unrealized losses and widened discounts to their underlying holdings. Strategy (Saylor’s firm) has been at the center of the storm, prompting warnings that an MSCI index exclusion could cause ‘chaos’ and amplify downside if BTC’s slide accelerates.
Ethereum, XRP and Solana lag with limited idiosyncratic catalysts
ETH (-1.8%) trades near $3,060 despite some relative strength versus BTC, as analysts see little fundamental impetus until the Fusaka upgrade and ETF flows become clearer. XRP (-2.0%) and Solana (-2.8%) track the broader risk‑off tone even as XRP ETFs quietly approach $1B in cumulative inflows, suggesting institutional accumulation is building a floor rather than driving a breakout.
Bitcoin pulls back toward $90K as crash fears meet quiet institutional dip‑buying
BTC is down about 1% on the day near $89–90K, extending a ~30% drawdown from its October high around $126K amid extreme‑fear sentiment and warnings of a possible deeper correction after the Fed’s rate cut. At the same time, data from Glassnode and ETF flow trackers show digital-asset treasuries and U.S. spot ETFs steadily accumulating BTC, which analysts say could help defend the $90K region even if volatility rises.
Saylor’s Strategy keeps Nasdaq 100 slot, but MSCI threat hangs over Bitcoin treasury trade
Forbes and CoinDesk report that Michael Saylor’s firm Strategy narrowly maintained its place in the Nasdaq 100, easing fears of forced selling that could have amplified BTC downside. However, Saylor is warning MSCI against a proposal to exclude companies whose balance sheets are heavily in Bitcoin, with JPMorgan estimating up to $8.8B of potential outflows if such rules are widely adopted.
Ethereum battles to hold $3K as leveraged longs unwind and whale positioning turns critical
ETH trades just above $3,000, off less than 1% intraday but still under pressure after a sharp drop earlier in the week triggered over $120M in liquidations and left a $537M whale long deeply underwater, according to AMBCrypto and CoinGlass data. On-chain metrics from CryptoQuant show whale realized prices converging toward spot—a rare setup that historically precedes either a major accumulation phase or a painful capitulation if $3K breaks.
XRP stays pinned near $2 despite nearly $1B in ETF inflows and U.S. trust bank progress
Ripple’s XRP is roughly flat on the week around $2 with a modest 1% daily decline, even as U.S.-listed XRP spot ETFs log 19 straight days of net inflows approaching $1B and OCC grants Ripple conditional approval for a national trust bank charter. Analysts at AMBCrypto and FXStreet say this disconnect reflects macro risk-off sentiment and heavy overhead technical resistance, arguing that institutional flows are quietly building a higher structural floor rather than chasing a breakout.
Macro backdrop: Fed cut, strong dollar, and BOJ drama keep crypto in ‘risk-on probation’
The Fed’s 25 bp rate cut and record-high global M2 have historically favored risk assets, but Yardeni Research notes the U.S. dollar still dominates global finance and carry trades, limiting a clean tailwind for crypto. Additional uncertainty around a potential BOJ rate hike and rising geopolitical tensions has left traders cautious, with several strategists, including CMC’s research head, now eyeing Q1 2026 as the more likely window for the next broad-based crypto bull leg.
BTC market analysis: December 14, 2025
Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at approximately $90,308 as of December 14, 2025, showing a modest +0.03% gain for the day within a narrow range of $89,778 to $90,657. The price has settled into a key support zone around $90,000 following earlier peaks at $126,296 and a recent pullback from $95,000 levels. With a market capitalization of $1.78 trillion and subdued trading volume, the market appears to be in a clear consolidation phase as participants await fresh catalysts.
Current Price Range and Key Support Levels
Buyers remain active defending the $90,000 to $90,700 support area, while resistance appears at the day's high with additional hurdles higher up. Bitcoin's dominance stands at 64.77%, maintaining its position of strength relative to other cryptocurrencies. Capital flows remain balanced, with ETF inflows offsetting minor outflows to support steady accumulation at these levels.
Overall Market Trend and Short-Term Outlook
The broader yearly uptrend from recent lows remains intact, providing a solid foundation for optimism. However, daily and four-hour charts display a short-term bearish structure characterized by lower highs and lows after rejection from higher levels. Key support levels lie below current prices, while meaningful resistance awaits above; an intraday wedge pattern suggests potential for a rebound provided the base holds firm.
Technical Indicators and Market Signals
The RSI indicator approaches oversold territory around 40-45, often preceding relief bounces in such conditions. MACD shows signs of stabilization, potentially setting up for a bullish crossover. While daily ratings remain neutral, weekly and monthly timeframes indicate "Buy" signals supported by ETF demand and favorable macroeconomic developments. The notably low volume points to building pressure ahead.
Recent Market Activity and News Developments
No major breaking news has emerged in the past 24 hours, though Bitcoin continues to hold above $90,000 amid anticipation of Federal Reserve rate cut decisions. Market analysts continue to highlight the psychological $100,000 level as the next significant milestone, particularly if upcoming inflation data proves favorable. Spot market demand remains consistent despite some capital outflows from recent peaks.
Primary Market Influences and Capital Flows
Federal Reserve signals regarding potential rate softening, combined with sustained ETF demand, have effectively countered Bitcoin's 13% decline during November. The cryptocurrency maintains a comfortable +25% year-to-date gain above annual lows. Bitcoin's rising dominance reflects careful capital rotation within the $3.2 trillion total crypto market cap, with spot accumulation evident alongside longer-term bullish positioning in futures markets.
Price Projections and Forecast Scenarios
A confirmed breakout above key resistance could target significant round-number levels by late December, with year-end projections extending toward recent highs and ambitious 2026 targets in the first half. These scenarios depend on continued ETF inflows and constructive macroeconomic data. Current stabilization around $90,708 levels suggests potential for seasonal holiday strength.
Current Trader Sentiment Across Markets
Spot market participants demonstrate patience in defending support levels, characteristic of consolidation periods. Futures trading reflects guarded optimism bolstered by Bitcoin's dominance and relative outperformance. The prevailing sentiment remains cautiously bullish, driven by ETF developments and attractive staking yields.
Recommended Trading Strategies
For Intraday and Scalping Traders: Consider buying dips toward immediate support levels targeting the first layer of resistance, using tight stop-loss orders below established support. Conversely, sell rallies approaching resistance with protective stops above recent swing highs.
For Medium-Term Positions (1-4 Weeks): Begin accumulation positions upon confirmed breakouts above key resistance levels, targeting the subsequent major price objective while employing trailing stops to manage risk.
For Long-Term Investors: The prevailing upward trend supports a buy-and-hold approach. Maintain position sizes at 1-2% maximum risk per trade. Close monitoring of Federal Reserve announcements remains essential—consider reducing exposure should critical support levels fail decisively.
Ethereum Market Analysis: December 14, 2025
Ethereum (ETH) currently trades at approximately $3,118.70 as of December 14, 2025, marking a 1.10% daily gain amid consolidation following recent volatility. This price positions ETH above key short-term supports but below longer-term moving averages like the 50-day at $3,303 and 200-day at $3,557, reflecting neutral sentiment with potential for rebound. Market capitalization stands at $375 billion, with daily volume at 6.13 million units against an average of 345.7 million, indicating subdued but stabilizing activity.
ETH Price Range: $3,079–$3,136 with Key Supports at $2,900–$3,000
ETH oscillates in a $3,079–$3,136 range today, with immediate support at $3,079 (day low) and resistance near $3,136 (day high), extending to $3,200 on broader charts. Year-to-date, ETH ranges from a low of $1,383 to a high of $4,956, underscoring significant recovery potential from earlier corrections. Neutral capital flows persist, with no major inflows or outflows dominating, though ETF activity and staking demand provide underlying support.
Short-Term Bullish Bias with Higher Lows Above $3,000 Support Zone
The short-term trend shows mild bullish bias after recent dips, with ETH forming higher lows around $3,000 amid a broader corrective phase from summer peaks near $4,800. Key supports cluster at $2,900–$2,950 (Fibonacci and historical bottoms), $2,980, and $3,000; resistance at $3,200–$3,300, with breaks targeting $3,400–$3,500. A descending channel on daily charts suggests rebound potential if $3,100 holds, but sub-$2,900 risks deeper pullback to $2,600.
RSI Neutral at 45–55, MACD Flattening Signals Momentum Buildup
RSI lingers around neutral (45–55), avoiding oversold territory and hinting at momentum buildup; MACD shows flattening histogram, signaling potential crossover. ETH trades below EMA 50/200 but above EMA 20 on hourly frames, with volume divergence pointing to accumulation. Weekly ratings lean "Buy" due to Layer 2 upgrades like Fusaka (early December) and staking yields, contrasting daily "Neutral" consolidation.
Fusaka Upgrade Boosts ETF Inflows Amid 85% Fed Rate Cut Odds
ETH holds steady post-Fusaka upgrade, with analysts noting renewed ETF inflows from BlackRock amid 85% Fed rate cut odds and weakening dollar index. Discussions highlight undervaluation as a global settlement layer, with X sentiment targeting $3,200–$4,000 short-term. No major breakdowns in the last day, though oracle sector jitters from AI fears indirectly pressure; focus shifts to inflation data and year-end rallies.
Fed Softening and Whale Accumulation Counter November 10% Drop
Direct catalysts include Fusaka's scalability boost, ETF net positives (5% quarterly turnover expected), and DeFi/staking demand countering November's 10% drop. Indirect drivers encompass Fed softening (20–30% historical ETH pumps in similar setups), BTC correlation (ETH outperforming lately), and whale accumulation at supports. Risks involve ETF outflows, geopolitical tensions, or BTC weakness amplifying 5–10% swings; spot interest steady, futures mildly long-biased.
Base Case $3,329 Tomorrow, Bullish $3,729 December Max Target
Technical base case eyes $3,329 by December 15 (+2.52%), extending to $3,400–$3,500 mid-month on resistance breaks, per CoinCodex and Wall Street patterns. Bullish alternate hits $3,729 max for December, fueled by holiday effects (15% avg December gains) and $4,200 year-end if Fusaka momentum sustains. Bearish risks $2,500–$2,600 on support failure, with Polymarket at 45% odds above $4,000 by close.
Spot Cautious Dips, Futures Longs on Weekly Buy Signals
Spot traders exhibit consolidation fatigue with cautious buys at dips; futures lean optimistic (longs on weekly "Buy"), driven by L2 ecosystems and 16–40% upside projections. Overall vibe "cautiously bullish," with high staking interest (yields >4%) and DeFi revival fostering accumulation despite short-term range-bound action.
Buy $3,000 Dips to $3,300, Accumulate for $3,500–$4,000 Breakout
Short-term: Buy dips to $3,000–$3,079 targeting $3,200–$3,300, with stops below $2,980; shorts above $3,400 failure. Medium-term: Accumulate on $3,100 hold for $3,500–$4,000, leveraging Fed catalysts. Long-term: Strong hold/buy for $5,000+ in 2026, prioritizing 1–2% risk sizing, stop-losses, and BTC/volume confirmation in this pivotal phase.
Bitcoin slips but holds consolidation range near $90K–$92K
BTC is roughly flat on the day around $90K after a brief post‑Fed bounce faded, as traders digest a cautious U.S. rate‑cut path and looming Bank of Japan tightening. Articles from BeInCrypto and Yahoo Finance frame recent price action as a cooldown and base‑building phase after October’s $126K peak, with on‑chain data showing easing selling pressure and ETF flows modestly positive but far below prior highs.
Macro cross‑currents cap crypto upside
The Fed’s quarter‑point cut paired with guidance for fewer future cuts and Bloomberg’s reporting on fading global easing momentum have kept risk appetite in check. At the same time, expectations that the Bank of Japan will hike to a 30‑year‑high rate are threatening yen carry trades, a dynamic CoinDesk warns could weigh further on Bitcoin and broader digital assets.
Institutional Bitcoin demand stabilizes but lacks punch
SoSoValue data cited by BeInCrypto show U.S. spot BTC ETFs swinging back to roughly $237M of weekly inflows, a mild improvement after outflows but small versus September levels. Corporate buyers like Strategy (MSTR) continue to accumulate aggressively and have retained index status in the Nasdaq 100, yet analysts note that ETF assets have fallen from an October peak of $169B to about $120B, underscoring a still‑cooling institutional bid.
Ethereum and Solana track broader market with modest gains
ETH and SOL are up about 1% and 0.5% respectively, participating in a cautious relief bounce without token‑specific catalysts dominating the tape. Earlier reports of rotation from BTC and ETH ETFs into newer SOL products have not yet translated into decisive leadership as macro drivers remain in focus.
XRP holds the $2 ‘line in the sand’ on major regulatory wins
XRP trades just above $2 with a slight daily gain, as the market balances macro jitters against clearly bullish ecosystem news. Coverage from TS2, CoinDesk, and Coinpedia highlights Ripple’s conditional OCC approval to form a U.S. national trust bank, nearly $1B in cumulative spot XRP ETF inflows, and Hex Trust’s launch of wrapped XRP for use across Solana, Optimism, Ethereum and other chains—yet technicals still show range‑bound trade with $2 as key support.
Geopolitics and regulation reinforce a cautious risk backdrop
BeInCrypto notes unresolved russia–Ukraine tensions and U.S. pressure on peace negotiations as a drag on risk‑on sentiment. In the U.S., CoinDesk reports that the long‑anticipated crypto market‑structure bill is likely slipping to January, extending regulatory uncertainty just as global central banks signal a pause or even renewed hawkishness.
Long‑term Bitcoin narratives remain extremely bullish despite short‑term consolidation
New analyses from Yahoo Finance and 24/7 Wall St. sketch 2030 scenarios ranging from $120K–$220K in a pessimistic case to $750K–$1M if ETF assets climb toward $2T and Bitcoin cements its role as macro hedge and collateral asset. The debate underscores a widening gap between subdued current price action and aggressive upside forecasts tied to the 2028 halving, sovereign adoption, and growing portfolio allocations like Brazil’s largest asset manager recommending up to a 3% BTC stake.
Bitcoin consolidates near $90K after sharp Q4 correction
Bitcoin trades around $90,152, essentially flat on the day, after a 26% pullback from October’s $126K peak that 24/7 Wall St. frames as a consolidation phase rather than a breakdown. Macro headwinds, including looming Bank of Japan rate hikes that threaten global carry trades, are keeping upside in check even as long‑term narratives focus on ETF demand, the 2028 halving, and 2030 price targets between $120K and $1M.
Institutional adoption debate intensifies despite near-term BTC softness
Articles from CoinDesk and 24/7 Wall St. highlight that U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF assets have slid from an October peak of $169B to about $120B amid recent outflows and volatility, while Brazil’s largest asset manager now recommends up to a 3% BTC allocation as a hedge. Strategy (MSTR), the flagship public BTC-treasury proxy, has held its Nasdaq‑100 spot but trades as a high‑beta play on Bitcoin as index providers like MSCI weigh excluding digital‑asset treasury companies from benchmarks.
Ethereum and Solana edge higher but lag narrative flow
Ethereum trades near $3,108, up about 0.75%, as investors look ahead to the Fusaka network upgrade and continued institutional positioning after earlier ETF-driven volatility. Solana is up 0.43% around $132.89, but recent reports of heavy drawdowns in Solana‑exposed treasury stocks and broad altcoin weakness underline that SOL remains highly sensitive to shifts in market risk appetite.
Macro and policy overhangs weigh on crypto risk-taking
CoinDesk flags the Bank of Japan’s plan to lift rates to a 30‑year high as another threat to Bitcoin, since a stronger yen can unwind leveraged carry trades that have fed into crypto. In Washington, progress on a U.S. crypto market‑structure bill may slip into January, extending regulatory uncertainty just as markets digest hawkish central‑bank signaling and a tech‑led equity pullback that has reinforced a cautious stance toward high‑beta digital assets.
Bitcoin slips below recent highs as macro jitters persist
Bitcoin trades near $90,094, modestly lower on the day after a sharper Friday drop below $90K that CoinDesk tied to AI-bubble worries in tech stocks and hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan. Analysts warn that rising Japanese yields and a stronger yen could pressure leveraged crypto carry trades even as the Fed turns more dovish.
Ethereum edges higher amid renewed ETF inflows
Ether is around $3,108, up roughly 0.7%, with AMBCrypto flagging a sharp swing back to net ETF buying—over $42M of inflows on December 11—after prior outflows. If these institutional flows persist, commentators see scope for renewed upside despite the broader risk-off backdrop.
XRP holds the line at $2 as institutional rails deepen
XRP trades near $2.03, slightly higher and tightly range-bound despite nearly $1B of cumulative spot ETF inflows and fresh capital rotation reported this week. TS2.Tech and other outlets highlight Ripple’s conditional U.S. OCC approval for a national trust bank and Hex Trust’s launch of wrapped XRP for DeFi as key structural bullish drivers that the market has yet to fully price.
Solana steady despite broader altcoin softness
Solana changes hands around $133, up about 0.7% on the day but still nursing losses after this week’s BTC-led selloff that hit Solana-linked ‘digital asset treasury’ stocks. News flow has been quieter versus XRP and ETH, and traders frame SOL’s move more as a beta reaction to Bitcoin than a story driven by chain-specific catalysts today.
Strategy (MSTR) remains the leveraged Bitcoin proxy to watch
Strategy Inc., the Bitcoin-hoarding ex-MicroStrategy, closed Friday near $176.60, down 3.7%, as Reuters and TS2.Tech note its extreme earnings and price sensitivity to BTC due to fair-value accounting and heavy leverage. The stock narrowly retained its Nasdaq-100 membership even as MSCI weighs excluding ‘digital asset treasury’ companies from its indices in January, leaving the name highly exposed to both Bitcoin volatility and index-eligibility headlines.
U.S. crypto policy: market-structure bill slips toward January
CoinDesk reports that Senate negotiations on a comprehensive U.S. crypto market-structure bill are likely to slide into January as lawmakers and industry continue to debate key provisions. The delay prolongs regulatory uncertainty for exchanges and token issuers, but also keeps the door open for a more industry-aligned compromise rather than a rushed year-end deal.
Crypto market stabilizes after sharp sell-off
Bitcoin trades around $90K–$91K, up about 0.1% on the session but still down roughly 2% over 24 hours after briefly plunging below $90K as AI-bubble worries hit tech stocks and risk assets. Ethereum shows a similar pattern, hovering near $3,100 with a 4–5% 24-hour loss despite a modest intraday uptick.
Risk-off sentiment tied to AI and tech weighs on Bitcoin
Coindesk reports that a 10% drop in Broadcom and broader concerns over AI-related overvaluation dragged the Nasdaq and crypto-exposed equities lower, spilling into BTC, which recently fell from record highs near $126K to about $90K. Fed official Goolsbee signaling openness to more cuts than the median for 2026 underscores macro uncertainty, adding to volatility rather than triggering a clean ‘risk-on’ bid.
Conflicting institutional signals on Bitcoin’s longer-term path
JPMorgan and others argue the Bitcoin bull cycle remains intact and maintain very high long-term targets (up to $240K) even as they acknowledge November’s drawdown and election-driven overvaluation. At the same time, Standard Chartered has trimmed its end-2025 forecast to ~$100K and sees treasury-company buying largely exhausted, shifting the focus to ETF inflows as the next key driver.
MicroStrategy-style treasury concentration draws regulatory index risk
Forbes highlights Michael Saylor’s warning that proposed MSCI rules could exclude companies with more than 50% of assets in crypto from major indices, potentially forcing up to $8.8B of outflows from his firm and similar ‘Bitcoin treasury’ plays. While Bitcoin itself is only modestly lower today, this additional overhang on crypto-equity proxies adds to the cautious tone around leverage and concentrated holdings.
Altcoins underperform as liquidity rotates defensively
Major alts like Solana and Cardano are down 3–5% over 24 hours, underperforming Bitcoin and reflecting a typical stress pattern where liquidity moves first into BTC and then partially back to fiat or stablecoins. XRP is comparatively resilient around $2.00–$2.03, with on-chain and sentiment data showing bulls and bears locked in a stalemate near this psychological level.
Regulatory milestone: major crypto firms inch closer to bank status
Five large crypto companies, including Ripple, Circle and BitGo, secured conditional OCC approval to convert into national trust banks, tightening links between crypto and traditional finance. The move is supportive for the medium-term adoption narrative, particularly for XRP and stablecoins, even as near-term prices remain choppy.
XRP holds the $2 handle amid ETF and banking-license narrative
XRP trades near $2.00–2.02, slightly higher intraday but down about 1% over 24 hours, as it digests heavy recent volatility and profit-taking after its spot ETF debut. Bulls point to strong ETF flows and Ripple’s U.S. trust bank push as structural supports, while bears note ongoing selling by long-term holders and sensitivity to Bitcoin’s swings.
Solana and high-beta alts bounce but stay under pressure
Solana is up around 0.4% on the day near $133 after a 3%–4% slide Friday, mirroring a tentative rebound across high-beta altcoins following the Fed decision. Flows show rotation from mega-cap BTC/ETH ETFs toward newer SOL and XRP products, but not yet at a scale to fully offset macro-driven risk-off moves.
Altcoins follow lower, with Ethereum and Solana underperforming Bitcoin
Solana is down about 3% and XRP roughly 1–2%, mirroring broader weakness in majors as derivatives liquidations and technical selling pressure the complex. News flow around AI and tech equity volatility, alongside thinner year-end liquidity, is amplifying moves in high‑beta coins like SOL and ADA.
Macro backdrop: dovish Fed and softer dollar support long-term crypto thesis
TradingEconomics and Yahoo Finance report gold near record highs and the dollar index hovering near multi-week lows after the Fed’s third 25 bp cut and new T-bill purchases. While today’s tape is risk-off for crypto, the combination of easier Fed policy and added dollar liquidity is seen as supportive for longer-term Bitcoin upside in on-chain valuation work from Bitcoin Magazine.
Crypto retreats as AI-driven tech selloff weighs on risk assets
Bitcoin trades around $90,246, down roughly 2.5%, and Ethereum falls nearly 4.8% as concerns over an AI spending bubble and weak tech sentiment—highlighted by sharp drops in Oracle and Broadcom—spill into digital assets (Reuters, Yahoo Finance, CoinDesk). Broader risk-off flows and elevated volatility in crypto proxies such as Strategy Inc. (MSTR) are amplifying downside pressure.
Bitcoin pullback still sits above on-chain ‘floor’ metrics
Despite the drop below $90K intraday, on-chain valuation tools such as CVDD and Balanced Price from Bitcoin Magazine still place longer-term cycle floor estimates in the mid-$40K to ~$80K range. This suggests current levels are well above historically observed bear-market lows, though shorter-term sentiment has clearly turned cautious.
Ethereum and Solana underperform on risk shedding and treasury unwinds
ETH near $3,083 (-4.8%) and Solana around $132 (-3.4%) are lagging Bitcoin as investors de-risk from higher-beta smart-contract platforms. CoinDesk notes that listed ‘treasury plays’ tied to ether and Solana have been hit particularly hard when BTC sells off, reinforcing the downside beta in these ecosystems.
XRP dips modestly despite structural DeFi and banking tailwinds
XRP trades near $2.01, down about 1.4%, underperforming BTC but holding up better than ETH and SOL. CoinDesk reports Hex Trust’s launch of wrapped XRP on Solana, Ethereum and other chains and Ripple’s conditional U.S. trust bank approval, both of which expand XRP’s DeFi reach and regulatory standing, helping cushion the pullback.
Macro backdrop: Dovish Fed and softer dollar support hard assets, not crypto
The Fed’s third 25 bp cut and plans to buy $40B/month in T‑bills have weakened the dollar toward two‑month lows and fueled expectations of further easing in 2026 (Trading Economics, FXStreet, Reuters). This has propelled gold back toward record highs above $4,300/oz and kept copper elevated, while crypto has decoupled short term as investors rotate toward metals and away from speculative tech and digital assets (Investing.com).
Strategy Inc (MSTR) highlights equity-crypto crosscurrents
MicroStrategy’s successor, Strategy Inc, is trading around $183 and acting as a high-beta BTC proxy as index providers weigh whether its Bitcoin-heavy balance sheet should disqualify it from the Nasdaq 100 and certain MSCI benchmarks, per Reuters and TS2.Tech. Analysts warn that a potential removal could force roughly $1.6 billion in passive outflows, amplifying the impact of Bitcoin swings on crypto-equity valuations.
Bitcoin hovers near $90K after Fed cut, stays rangebound
BTC is around $89.9K, down ~2.8% on the day, as traders digest the Fed’s third 25-bps rate cut and cautious guidance. Articles from Investing.com, Bloomberg and CoinDesk note that easier policy and a softer dollar have not yet translated into a clean upside breakout, with volatility and momentum both subdued.
Altcoins mirror Bitcoin’s drift, with recent gains fading
Ethereum (~$3,070, -5.2%), XRP (~$1.99, -2.4%) and Solana (~$133, -2.5%) are giving back part of Friday’s Fed-driven bounce highlighted by Investing.com and Kitco. Earlier in the session, SOL had outperformed with a 6% jump while ETH and XRP were modestly green, but that strength has rotated into a synchronized pullback alongside BTC.
Macro backdrop: dovish Fed supports metals more than crypto
The Fed’s cut and new $40B/month T-bill purchases have driven gold near $4,275/oz and silver to record territory, according to Investing.com and TradingEconomics. Lower real yields and a weaker dollar are clearly benefiting precious and industrial metals, while Reuters and CoinDesk emphasize that crypto remains under pressure as investors favor traditional safe havens and equities.
Derivatives and ETF flows keep crypto sentiment cautious
CoinDesk and Coinbase data point to prior weeks’ heavy BTC and ETH ETF outflows, large derivatives liquidations, and a ‘volatility meltdown’ that have left retail sidelined and whales as marginal buyers. This overhang, plus ongoing fears around crypto-treasury stocks like MicroStrategy flagged by Reuters, is limiting the impact of the Fed cut on spot prices.
Token-specific narratives: XRP DeFi expansion, memecoins stall
CoinDesk notes wrapped XRP arriving on Solana and Ethereum, expanding Ripple’s footprint into DeFi just as XRP pulls back with the broader market. At the same time, Dogecoin is stuck near $0.14 with Coindesk highlighting that even aggressive Fed easing has failed to ignite a fresh memecoin rally, underscoring how macro fatigue is capping speculative appetite.
Solana modestly higher, supported by real-world adoption headlines
SOL trades around $135–$137, slightly positive on the day even as broader altcoins remain under pressure (Kitco quotes). Sentiment is underpinned by news that J.P. Morgan issued commercial paper on Solana and that State Street and Galaxy plan a tokenized liquidity fund on the network in 2026, underscoring ongoing institutional experimentation (Reuters, CoinDesk).
AI earnings shock from Oracle weighs on crypto and tech-linked risk assets
Oracle’s 12–15% stock plunge on surging AI-related capex and a revenue miss revived ‘AI bubble’ concerns, knocking Nasdaq futures and spilling over into Bitcoin and crypto miners, which fell alongside other high-beta plays (Bloomberg, Yahoo Finance, Investing.com). The episode highlights how tightly crypto is currently trading with the broader AI and tech risk complex.
Fed’s ‘hawkish cut’ boosts gold and weakens dollar, but crypto shrugs
The Fed’s third 25 bps cut and cautious forward guidance pushed the dollar index toward seven-week lows and nudged 10-year yields toward the low-4% area, powering gold back above $4,270/oz and copper higher as well (Trading Economics, Investing.com). In contrast, Bitcoin and Ethereum failed to rally on easier financial conditions, with CoinDesk noting that crypto remains in a short-term bearish trend despite macro tailwinds.
Ethereum leads major‑cap underperformance
Ethereum trades around $3,200, off roughly 3%–4% on the day, underperforming Bitcoin’s ~1%–2% decline. CoinDesk highlights over $500M in leveraged liquidations across BTC and majors after BTC failed to hold an early‑week breakout near $94K, with ETH particularly hit as traders unwind high‑beta bets.
Risk‑off pressure weighs on Solana and XRP
Solana is near $135 and down about 1%–5% on the day, while XRP holds near $2.00 and is off a similar amount. CoinDesk notes that Solana and XRP have seen continued ETF and institutional interest, but spot prices are being dragged lower by Bitcoin’s weakness and broad de‑risking across altcoins.
Macro backdrop turns more supportive, but crypto decouples
The dollar index has slid to its lowest since late October and 10‑year Treasury yields eased after the Fed cut, while gold is testing record highs above $4,220 and copper pushes toward records. Despite easier financial conditions that usually help crypto, CoinDesk and Investing.com stress that digital assets remain stuck in a bearish, post‑liquidation consolidation.
Flows and positioning show ongoing stress
Earlier reports from Coinbase, CoinDesk, and The Block describe persistent outflows from U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs and a Fear & Greed Index deep in ‘extreme fear’. Whales and some sovereign buyers like El Salvador are adding on dips, but retail participation and crypto‑linked equities such as miners remain under heavy pressure.
Crypto slides despite Fed rate cut
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP and Solana are all down 2.5%-4.5% over the last day even after the Fed delivered a widely expected 25 bps rate cut and signaled only limited easing in 2026. Markets interpreted Powell’s cautious tone and visible FOMC divisions as a “hawkish cut,” keeping macro uncertainty elevated for high-beta assets like crypto.
Bitcoin dips below $90K intraday as leverage washes out
BTC is trading near $89,700, off about 2.5% on the day after briefly breaking below $90,000 in Asian trade. News from Reuters, Bloomberg and Yahoo Finance highlight that over $440M–$500M of derivatives liquidations around the Fed decision and overnight selling have accelerated the move, even as on-chain and ETF flow data suggest medium-term structural support remains.
Ethereum underperforms on risk-off and positioning
ETH is around $3,175, down 4.5%, lagging BTC as traders unwind leveraged longs and rotate out of higher-beta majors following bitcoin’s failed attempt to hold its pre-Fed breakout above $94K. Recent analysis cited by CoinDesk notes that market-maker retreat and soft liquidity have amplified ETH’s downside during macro-driven swings.
XRP slips below key $2 level on BTC-linked profit taking
XRP trades near $1.99, off about 2.6% after briefly losing the $2.00 handle that had been acting as support. CoinDesk reports that traders are taking profits following recent outperformance, with XRP-specific ETF and institutional flows still strong but unable to offset broad selling tied to bitcoin weakness.
Macro backdrop: dovish Fed vs. AI risk-off keeps crypto in the crossfire
The Fed’s third straight cut and softer inflation tone pushed the dollar lower and gold near record highs, normally supportive for crypto. But articles from Reuters, Bloomberg and Investing.com note that renewed fears of an ‘AI bubble’ after Oracle’s weak outlook, plus uncertainty over the Fed’s 2026 path and future leadership, have investors de-risking across speculative assets, with crypto taking an outsized hit.
Solana tracks broader majors lower despite positive structural news
SOL is around $131, down roughly 3.7%, in line with other large caps as risk appetite fades on AI and macro worries. This comes even as adoption headlines—such as J.P. Morgan issuing commercial paper on Solana’s chain—underscore that selling is macro- and positioning-driven rather than tied to negative protocol news.
Broker and bank research frames selloff as late-stage correction, not new ‘crypto winter’
JPMorgan and other analysts highlighted in TheStreet and CoinDesk argue that November’s meltdown and the latest post-Fed drop look like a meaningful, but still cyclical, drawdown within an ongoing bull market. Their base cases see future upside increasingly dependent on sustained ETF inflows and institutional demand rather than further balance-sheet buying by ‘bitcoin treasury’ companies.
Bitcoin slips back toward $90K despite Fed cut and macro tailwinds
BTC trades around $90,264, down roughly 2%, after briefly reclaiming $94K on expectations of a ‘dovish’ Fed cut. News from Yahoo Finance, Reuters and CoinDesk note that hawkish messaging, lingering fears from October’s $19B leverage wipeout, and renewed AI-growth worries have capped any post-Fed relief rally.
AI jitters and Oracle miss sour risk appetite, dragging on crypto beta
Reuters and Investing.com report that weak Oracle earnings and heavier AI capex have raised doubts about the AI trade, hitting tech stocks and broader risk sentiment. Analysts quoted by Reuters say crypto “didn’t really want to know about” the equity rally, underscoring how AI-linked risk-off flows are spilling into Bitcoin and altcoins.
Ethereum underperforms as macro uncertainty and futures liquidations weigh
ETH is around $3,202, off 3.6% over 24 hours per Kitco, slightly underperforming BTC as mixed signals on the Fed’s 2026 path keep leverage positioning fragile. CoinDesk notes that recent futures-driven selloffs have been particularly heavy in BTC and ETH, with several sessions of $500M-plus liquidations eroding trader confidence.
Large-cap alts track lower with Solana leading the downside
Solana trades near $131, down roughly 4% to 5% on the day and about 8% on the week, while XRP holds around $2.01–$2.02, down 3%–3.5%. Kitco and TradingEconomics dashboards show a synchronized pullback across major alts like ADA and DOGE, reflecting broad de-risking rather than asset-specific news.
Fed’s ‘hawkish cut’ reinforces Bitcoin’s macro sensitivity versus gold
Coverage from Yahoo Finance, Investing.com and TradingEconomics highlights how Bitcoin initially jumped toward $94K on the Fed cut but quickly faded as guidance implied a cautious path for future easing. By contrast, gold pushed back near record highs above $4,200/oz, underscoring that BTC is currently trading more like a high-beta macro asset than a defensive inflation hedge.
On-chain flows hint at longer-term accumulation despite near-term weakness
Santiment data cited by Tribune India indicates roughly 400,000 BTC have left exchanges over the past year, cutting exchange balances from about 1.8M. Commentators frame this as consistent with long-horizon accumulation and expectations for a more constructive setup into 2026, even as near-term forecasts like Standard Chartered’s trim year-end targets to $100K.
Speculative pockets stay active: AI-themed Deepsnitch and infrastructure plays like Bittensor and Sui
Tribune reports Deepsnitch AI has rallied 81% in presale amid aggressive 100x marketing claims, while Sui gained over 11% on inclusion in Bitwise’s 10 Crypto Index Fund and Bittensor (TAO) is bid ahead of its first halving. These pockets of momentum contrast with the heavy consolidation in majors, showing risk capital rotating into high-beta narratives rather than lifting the whole complex.
Bitcoin slips despite Fed cut and ongoing accumulation
Bitcoin trades near $91,370, off about 0.7% on the day and still consolidating in a $90K–$95K band after November’s sharp drawdown. A Fed rate cut and data showing over 400,000 BTC leaving exchanges underscore longer‑term accumulation, but Standard Chartered’s halved price targets and worries over digital‑asset treasuries are capping near‑term upside.
XRP faces renewed sell pressure after failed breakout
XRP hovers near $2.03, down roughly 0.8%, extending weakness flagged by CoinDesk after it failed to sustain a move above $2.12. Elevated volumes driven by institutional flows have not translated into price strength, suggesting persistent overhead supply despite positive regulatory headlines for Ripple abroad.
Ethereum underperforms as narrative shifts to selective risk‑on
Ether is down about 1.4% around $3,277 after recently outperforming on upgrade optimism and institutional positioning. Profit‑taking in majors after the Fed decision and broader risk‑asset volatility are weighing on ETH even as it holds a strong year‑to‑date uptrend.
Bitcoin consolidates after sharp swings, forecasts cut but bull case intact
BTC is down marginally on the day around $92,390 after pulling back from October’s $126,000 peak, with volatility gauges still compressing according to CoinDesk. A top Standard Chartered strategist halved multi‑year price targets and miners face record‑low hashprice and AI competition, yet Bernstein and others still frame this as an extended bull cycle driven by ETF and institutional demand.
XRP faces fresh sell pressure after failing to hold breakout
XRP slips about 1.8% to $2.07 after repeatedly failing to sustain moves above the $2.10–2.12 area. CoinDesk reports that although volume spiked ~38% above normal with strong institutional flows, the token has lagged the broader market, suggesting profit‑taking and technical resistance are capping gains.
Ethereum outperforms majors on upgrade and treasury narratives
ETH gains roughly 2% to about $3,386 and is up over 7% on the week, outpacing Bitcoin and most large caps per Kitco’s board. CoinDesk coverage highlights accumulating interest from corporate and fund treasuries plus anticipation of the Fusaka upgrade, which together are seen as medium‑term catalysts despite near‑term macro uncertainty.
Bitcoin Dips Amid Fed Anticipation
BTC trades at $91,883 (-0.89%) after peaking at $93,200 and rebounding to $92,600, as markets price in 90% odds of Fed's 25bps rate cut but brace for hawkish signals limiting further easing.
Ethereum Holds Steady
ETH at $3,319 (-0.03%) following a 6.8% jump to $3,324, supported by altcoin momentum and upcoming Fusaka upgrade amid positive institutional bets like BitMine's ETH purchases.
XRP Faces Sell Pressure
XRP at $2.07 (-1.99%) after failing to sustain $2.12 breakout, with 38% surge in trading volume from institutional activity but underperforming broader market on profit-taking.
Analyst Forecast Cuts Weigh on Sentiment
Standard Chartered slashes BTC targets to $100K (2025), $150K (2026) from higher calls, citing ended treasury buying; contrasts Bernstein's $150K 2026 view amid ETF resilience.
Regulatory Tailwinds Emerge
US OCC allows banks as crypto intermediaries for riskless principal trades; Ripple gains Singapore approval for expanded XRP/RLUSD services, boosting integration prospects.