XRPUSD Weekly triangle currently retesting as exact wick supportEven though we are still inside the triangles on the logarithmic chart, we have now been above this key linear chart symmetrical weekly triangle now for 2 consecutive weekly candle closes, and sure enough the big dump that coincided with the SEC’s appeal found wick support right on the top trendline of this triangle retesting it currently as support. It’s certainly plausible that price could continue to fall back inside the linear chart symmetrical triangle here, however closing the currentl weekly candle above ot’s top trendline here and maintaining it as precise wick support would be such a bullish sign were it. To happen that then I would start wondering if the entire appeal thing might actually not go through because maintaining this as support should validate the breakout and send price action on its way up to find that $3.73 cent measured move target. Of curse still very probably we could dip back inside this triangle one more time as well, either way I thought it’d be a good idea to repost this triangle and also include a screenshot of the current wick support zoomed in. *not financial advice8
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SEC Allows Options Trading on BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Market Update - September 27th, 2024
Takeaways
The SEC has approved Nasdaq's request to list and trade options on BlackRock's spot bitcoin ETF: The decision introduces new hedging tools for investors but comes with a 25,000 contract limit which has been criticized by the exchange as “conservative.”
Crypto investment products saw a second consecutive week of inflows, totaling $321 million, after the Fed's decision to cut rates: Bitcoin investment products led the pack with $284 million in inflows last week.
More than 40 Republican lawmakers called on SEC chair Gary Gensler to withdraw the crypto custody rule (SAB 121): They argue the rule increases consumer risk and stifles innovation.
Caroline Ellison, ex-CEO of Alameda Research, was sentenced to two years in prison for her role in the FTX fraud case: Despite her cooperation with law enforcement in the case against Sam Bankman-Fried, the judge ruled that Ellison must still serve time.
On Monday, OpenAI’s official news account on X was compromised, with hackers using it to promote a fake "$OPENAI" token: The fraudulent post claimed the token would grant access to future beta programs and directed victims to a spoof website.
PayPal to accept crypto payments: Payments giant PayPal announced Wednesday it would allow business accounts to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrencies.
SEC Allows Options Trading on BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF on Nasdaq's ISE
The SEC has approved a rule change permitting the listing and trading of options on the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT), BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF, on Nasdaq’s International Securities Exchange (ISE).
BlackRock had been pushing for this approval since March, following the launch of several bitcoin-linked ETFs in the US. Earlier proposals faced concerns around market manipulation. Regulators also expressed concerns around introducing more crypto derivatives products to the market, due to their nascency. To address these concerns, the SEC approved an amendment that limits positions on IBIT options to just 25,000 contracts. The limit has been described as "extremely conservative" by Nasdaq.
The regulator also concluded that the exchange’s surveillance systems would be an adequate deterrent for market manipulation. Currently, BlackRock’s IBIT spot bitcoin ETF is the largest in the world, with more than $17 billion in assets under management.
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Ripple SEC Case Enters Final Round: What’s Next for XRP?The long-standing legal battle between Ripple and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is entering its final phase, with the crypto community eagerly awaiting a conclusion. The lawsuit, which has kept XRP investors on edge, is now at a critical juncture as experts predict a 75% chance of an SEC appeal, potentially extending the case further and adding complexity to Ripple’s regulatory journey.
Ripple SEC Case: A Brief Recap
For nearly three years, Ripple ( CRYPTOCAP:XRP ) has been entangled in one of the most high-profile legal cases in the cryptocurrency space. The SEC initially accused Ripple of conducting an unregistered securities offering, alleging that CRYPTOCAP:XRP qualifies as a security. The stakes were high, with the SEC seeking a $2 billion penalty. However, the recent ruling by Judge Torres ordered Ripple to pay $125 million — a far lower amount than expected — which many viewed as a partial victory for Ripple.
Despite this ruling, the case is far from over. Speculation is rife that the SEC may file an appeal, challenging portions of the ruling related to institutional sales, while Ripple could counter-appeal the court’s decision on secondary market sales. According to ex-SEC lawyer James Farrell, there’s a 75% chance the SEC will appeal the liability portion of the lawsuit, a move that could delay final resolution by several months or even years.
Potential Outcomes of an Appeal
If the SEC proceeds with its appeal, it could significantly impact XRP’s regulatory status and broader implications for the cryptocurrency market. XRP has been at the center of debates around whether cryptocurrencies should be treated as securities, and the case’s outcome could set a precedent for future regulatory decisions in the U.S.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse and Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty have been vocal in downplaying concerns about extending the legal battle, reassuring the community that Ripple does not intend to prolong the case unnecessarily. However, should the SEC move forward, Ripple could be forced to mount a cross-appeal, challenging the court’s decision on institutional sales and transactions related to its On-Demand Liquidity (ODL) platform.
Notably, some legal experts, such as Fred Rispoli, have raised questions about whether Ripple would be entitled to statutory interest if it wins the appeal. This could potentially force the SEC to return the $125 million penalty, plus interest, significantly altering the financial implications of the case. Rispoli also suggested that the SEC might need to cover Ripple’s appeal costs if it loses, further complicating the regulatory body’s position.
XRP’s Market Performance and Sentiment
While legal battles continue to cast a shadow over XRP, the asset has shown signs of resilience. As of writing, XRP is trading at $0.5866, up 0.89% on the day, with a moderate Relative Strength Index (RSI) of 56, signaling a potential bullish reversal. Despite XRP’s recent muted price action, the broader altcoin market, including coins like SUI, has performed well, indicating a renewed appetite for risk among investors.
XRP’s futures open interest has also risen by 1%, suggesting that market participants remain cautiously optimistic about the token’s short-term prospects. However, its trading volume has seen a slight dip, down 11% to $928.86 million, indicating that while interest in XRP remains strong, it is tempered by the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the Ripple-SEC case.
What’s Next for XRP?
The SEC’s deadline to file an appeal is looming in October 2024, and the crypto market is bracing for potential volatility in the run-up to that date. Any decision by the SEC to appeal will almost certainly extend the lawsuit, adding further complexity to Ripple’s regulatory future. The case’s outcome will have far-reaching consequences, not only for Ripple and XRP but for the broader cryptocurrency market, as it could shape how U.S. regulators treat digital assets going forward.
For now, CRYPTOCAP:XRP investors are treading carefully, with market sentiment mixed but leaning toward optimism. A positive outcome for Ripple could trigger a significant rally in XRP prices, while an extended legal battle may keep the token range-bound in the short term.
Conclusion
The Ripple-SEC lawsuit is nearing a critical point, with both sides preparing for what could be the final phase of legal proceedings. While the possibility of an appeal looms large, the crypto community remains cautiously optimistic about XRP’s future. Investors should stay tuned for key developments in October, as the case’s resolution will likely have profound implications for Ripple, XRP, and the broader digital asset market.
T minus two weeks to SEC appeal deadlineThe SEC has until October 7th to file an appeal in their securities case against Ripple. Some suspect the recent debut of the Grayscale XRP Trust suggests there won't be one.
The XRP price has shown sensitivity to big dates in the case, and the SEC seems bent on pushing further action in new forms. Closure of the securities case itself though could be the catalyst that sets the XRP price free to climb. On the other hand, an appeal could last to a precipitous drop!
XRP: SEC vs Ripple Case Closed -(Don't Get Your Hopes Up Though)The 4 Year war is over for the worlds most hated altcoin.
Judge Analysa Torres has ordered Ripple to pay $125 million in civil penalties and cease any further violations of securities laws, concluding the outstretched legal case against Ripple. This penalty is favorable for Ripple, given that the SEC had originally claimed a $2 billion fine.
Considering the XRP army is still fairly strong thanks to paid youtubers and Twitter/X shillers, I'm expecting a short term volatility and wicky price action similar to what happened the previous time Ripple announced an SEC victory.
Noteworthy that XRP has ALREADY gone through a pre-emptive pump, increasing nearly 50% BEFORE the official announcement, likely due to insider trading as is typical with these kinds of things.
The previous 24-hours saw a trading volume of around $1.68 billion, indicating that whales are moving and the biggest action is likely already over. The market capitalization of the altcoin is currently $29.5 billion, which is ridiculous considering there is no actual usecase for the alt after 12 years.
To be completely objective - this COULD change, IF Ripple could come up with an actual usecase for XRP that somehow burns the enormous supply . Unfortunately, up until this point, it has been used by the board members as a liquidity pool to fund their actual company (Ripple). I don't think it would be wise to trust them considering they have shown their true colors and misused the once promising coin as well as the community.
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Fed Signals Possible Rate Cuts, but Crypto Markets Rattled
Federal Reserve officials signaled the possibility of a September rate cut during their July meeting: But crypto prices pulled back after Iran pledged it would retaliate against Israel for assassinating Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh on Iranian soil.
Donald Trump expressed strong support for cryptocurrency at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville: Trump pledged to set up a strategic bitcoin reserve, stop the US from selling its bitcoin, and fire SEC chair Gary Gensler if he gets re-elected.
Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick announced the firm's plan to establish a Bitcoin financing business with an initial $2 billion investment: The initiative aims to provide leverage to bitcoin investors and strengthen the cryptocurrency ecosystem.
The nine US spot Ethereum ETFs saw $98.29 million in outflows on Monday, extending their negative flow streak: BlackRock’s ETHA and Fidelity FETH led the inflows, while Grayscale Ethereum Trust faced significant outflows.
The SEC is looking to amend its complaint against Binance, which could delay a court ruling on the security status of specific tokens: This move involves third-party crypto asset securities and adheres to a court directive for further proceedings.
Fed Signals Possible Rate Cuts, but Middle East Tensions Rattle Crypto Markets
Federal Reserve officials at their July meeting on Wednesday opted to keep interest rates unchanged at 5.25%-5%, after the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, a key inflation measure, increased by only 0.1% in June. This brought the year-over-year rise to 2.5%, down from 2.6% in May, moving closer to the Fed’s 2% inflation target.
Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell for the first time hinted at the possibility of cutting rates in September, saying the move is “on the table” if the US continues to make progress on inflation. That would mark the first time the Fed has cut rates in four years.
The announcement did not appear to have much impact on cryptocurrency prices. On Wednesday, hitcoin dropped about 2%, below $65,000, while ether dropped more than 1%, hovering above $3,200. The negative price action came after a New York Times report indicated that Iran will take retaliatory action against Israel after Israel assassinated Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
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XRP - Shift in Momentum in Action!Hello TradingView Family / Fellow Traders. This is Richard, also known as theSignalyst.
📈 XRP has been overall bearish , trading within the flat falling wedge pattern in red.
Moreover, it is hovering within a massive weekly support zone $0.5 - $0.6.
🏹 For the bulls to take over from a long-term perspective, a break above the upper red trendline and $0.6 resistance level is needed.
📚 Always follow your trading plan regarding entry, risk management, and trade management.
Good luck!
All Strategies Are Good; If Managed Properly!
~Rich
SEC Ends Ethereum 2.0 Investigation
Bitcoin prices fell Monday as nearly $500 million in positions were liquidated: Long positions took the majority of the losses.
Deutsche Telekom, parent company of T-Mobile, to join Bitcoin mining sector: The move could enhance network security but also increase competition among miners.
Consensys says SEC has ended its Ethereum 2.0 investigation: The announcement confirmed that ETH sales are not securities transactions – marking a significant victory for the space.
The Financial Stability Board met in Toronto to discuss regulatory challenges presented by stablecoins: The collaboration with the IMF began last year, with plans to produce a policy paper on the issue.
Waka Flocka Flame's new memecoin, FLOCKA, launched on the Solana blockchain, faces criticism amid a roughly 77% price drop: The massive falloff highlighted one of the major issues with the celeb-coin trend.
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ETHEREUM ETF Can SEND $ETH to $7300The Bitcoin etf
Basically doubled the price of #BTC
from the lows post etf trading to our recent peak in March
A similar outcome and performance for Ethereum
Would send #ETH to the 1.618 Fib extension
This would be epic for altcoins, memecoins and DEFI
what do you think
do you agree?
TSLA : Going to Fall Soon ? (READ THE CAPTION)Upon reviewing the chart for #Tesla stock, we see that the price is giving more weight to our analysis and is currently trading around $176. It seems likely that we will soon witness further declines. The potential downside targets for this analysis are $168, $139, and $119. (This analysis will be updated.)
The Main Analysis :
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TEDDY BEAR is the #1 MEMECOIN on Pulsechain!How do you get exposure to a blockchain and a community ???
The tried and true answer is by allocating to the main dex (which is #PLSX) and the secondary DEX or most used application (9inch for example)
But that really has evolved into buying the best #memecoins on the chain.
In my opinion Teddy Bear is proving itself to be the number 1 #meme coin
and the most likely spear of the chain ... ie the ability to draw in speculative capital.
(of course Richard Heart v the SEC case and his potentially very profitable Ethereum trade are also big drivers ofc)
Either way TeddyBear vs #PLS has a fantastic structure of a #HVF @TheCryptoSniper
With plenty of upside left on the table
11X on it's target 3 Log projection!
Strong chart
plenty of liquidity and volume
and shilled by the number 1 shiller @iambroots on X
don't forget that 11X can be multipled by the number of X's pulsechain were to achieve
5 x 11 == a 55X usd multiple for example
XRP will highly likely go to 6-8 USD soonI have to say that I almost finished my analysis but somehow my page got refreshed and it got lost..
So I will summarize what I wanted to say:
Pattern recognition is important and are (magnified) copies, and following signs are bullish:
* Compare the blue and pink rectangulars
* we are hovering above the 200 ema
* if we have a break-out of the pink rectangular, we will probably hang below the yellow descending trendline
* If we break-out we will most likely see very rapidly ATH or 3-3.2 usd
First bullrun around end of 2017 was around 1600% which will be repeated from this level 0.48-0.5 usd..
which results in a level of around 8 usd or exactly the 2.618 FIB level !
I might think a 3th wave will pass the 3 usd level to come back as support in a 4th wave and meet the 6-8 usd in a 5th wave.
On a macroeconomic scale it looks all clear and the graph is quite clean for a run-up after a long 6 years consolidation!
I think there is much momentum made as we didn't have a ATH in previous bullrun after covid.
So the potential is enormous as XRP has a decent bottom and support around the 0.3-0.5 usd level.
Also remember when there was a crash in USDT several years ago..everyone ran into XRP which was quite atonishing.
It is somehow a reserve currency and could take out ETH in the a second spot which it did already briefly in jan. 2018 !
I foresee a bullrun like end 2017 with a start after 2nd quarter, so end of June this year... which will have a peak again at the end of this year.
ETH Bullish Pennant | ETF approval confluence | Target: 2021 ATHNot Financial Advice
TL;DR Bullish Pennant on BINANCE:ETHUSDT daily chart, upwards breakout target would be very close to 2021 ATH. SEC approval of VanEck ETF (final deadline on May 23) could be a major catalyst.
A rare case of (potential) technical and fundamental confluence:
ETH has been building a Bullish Pennant since the end of the Feb 5 - Mar 12 rally
The retest of the multi-month support in place since October 2023 might signal that the bottom is in
The final deadline for SEC's approval of VanEck's ETH ETF lines up almost perfectly with the convergence between the pennant's resistance and the multi-month support
Interestingly enough, the target for an upwards breakout of the pennant around VanEck's approval deadline would be very close to the 2021 ATH
Full moon dump of $BTC before $ETH ETF Approval?#bitcoin #btc took support from daily ichimoku cloud after the classic dump before SEC approval.This zone may play out as a good support zone till the #ethereum ETF approval is declared. Declaretion will determine the deeper dump or pump to 70 - 74K region. 1.5 hour left. Good luck for hodlers and margin gamblers. Not financial advice.
BTC - Make or Break Zone 📈📉Hello TradingView Family / Fellow Traders,
As per my last analysis, attached on the chart, BTC broke above the accumulation phase and traded higher.
Currently, BTC is hovering around the upper bound of the range.
What's next?
Scenarios:
1️⃣ Bullish - Continuation
For the bulls to maintain control, a break above the upper bound of the range at $72,000 is needed.
In this case, a movement towards the $80,000 resistance would be expected.
2️⃣ Bearish - Correction
In parallel, if the lower red trendline is broken downward, we expect a bearish movement towards the lower bound of the blue channel.
Which scenario is more likely to happen first? and why?
📚 Always follow your trading plan regarding entry, risk management, and trade management.
Good luck!
All Strategies Are Good; If Managed Properly!
~Richard Nasr
ETH - It is Happening! 🦋Hello TradingView Family / Fellow Traders,
As per my last analysis, shown in the attached chart, ETH rejected the $3000 round number and surged by over 20%.
What's next?
📈As long as the $3500 round number holds, we expect a continuation towards the previous all-time high of around $4800.
📚 Always follow your trading plan regarding entry, risk management, and trade management.
Good luck!
And always remember:
All Strategies Are Good; If Managed Properly!
~Rich
XRP and the US Coinbase Trader Participation GapCoinbase recently relisted XRP and with that, a trading gap appeared, but interestingly enough, if you look at just the price action that US traders participated in via Coinbase, you will find that XRP has indeed completed an AB=CD move. On the other hand, the original target was 2 dollars when looking at the price action globally, but I think the US trade data is most likely to take precedence over the global data, and due to that, I have plotted an ABCD on the left chart that ignores all the non-US data and only includes the data in which the US was involved in. Doing this ends up making our ABCD PCZ a 1.13, which lands just under 1 dollar. As typical, the profit target for such a pattern would be back to the level of C, so in this case, around 20 cents, which would fill the US Gap.
XRP Price Action Looks to be Setting up for a Rise to 2 DollarsWe have a 3 Rising Valleys Pattern that has recently formed on the weekly timeframe, and we recently had a confirmed weekly Bullish Engulfing; if XRP manages to get back above 51 cents from here then it will likely begin to move fast towards it's last swing high of $1.96 but at the same time this is XRP we're talking about so it could go much higher because it is trading within in a massive macro consolidation wave structure on much higher timeframes and I have projected could take XRP up to as high as $120.94 whenever XRP truly decides to get going which can be seen here:
FTX To Return Money To Former Customers
FTX customers to get money back: Lawyers for bankrupt crypto exchange FTX said customers will receive the funds lost when FTX went bankrupt in November 2022, plus interest. The payout will likely take months and still requires approval from a bankruptcy judge.
Regulator cracks down on Robinhood: The SEC has issued a Wells Notice informing the crypto arm of Robinhood that it will face upcoming enforcement action. Robinhood maintained the crypto token assets in question are not securities and expressed readiness to contest any charges.
Grayscale's Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) reverses four-month outflow trend, BTC remains stable: The ETF saw significant new inflows and contributed to a positive shift in the overall spot Bitcoin ETF market. Meanwhile, the price of BTC remained stable over the past week as investors settle into what analyst described as “post-halving boredom.”
Binance CEO Richard Teng calls for release of Tigran Gambaryan: Nigerian authorities have detained the crypto exchange’s compliance officer on charges related to illegal transaction.
Hacker responsible for stealing $125M from Poloniex in November moves $35.3M worth of Ethereum and Bitcoin: Some of the funds were moved to the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash, in attempts to obscure the origins of the stolen funds.
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