Tokenized RWAs See Strong Growth in 2025, Outpacing Stablecoins: Report

• The real-world assets (RWAs) sector experienced significant growth, tripling its market cap from $5.42 billion to $19.32 billion, outpacing stablecoins with a 256.7% increase from January 2025 to Q1 2026.
• Tokenized treasuries remained the largest asset class, despite a slight decline in market share, while commodities, particularly gold-backed tokens, saw substantial growth, with market cap rising 289% during the reporting period.
• The market cap for tokenized stocks and ETFs also increased significantly, with stocks growing to $486.69 million and ETFs to $297.5 million, while RWAs perpetuals volume surged from $313 billion in 2025 to $524.8 billion by Q1 2026.

https://cryptopotato.com/tokenized-rwas-see-strong-growth-in-2025-outpacing-stablecoins-report/

Bitcoin Price Analysis: BTC Closes Above 100-Day MA as Bulls Eye Breakout

• Bitcoin is trading at $78.3k, having closed above the 100-day moving average and broken out of a long-term descending channel, indicating a bullish trend.
• The immediate resistance is at the $80k supply zone, with potential targets of $90k and $85k if a daily close above $80k is achieved.
• Currently, 64.2% of Bitcoin's circulating supply is in profit, but the remaining 35.8% underwater may create selling pressure as prices approach the $80k-$90k range.

https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-price-analysis-btc-closes-above-100-day-ma-as-bulls-eye-breakout/

KelpDAO and Drift Lead Devastating $650M Crypto Hack Wave of April

• In April 2026, crypto-related exploits resulted in losses exceeding $650 million, with KelpDAO and Drift Protocol suffering the largest losses of $292 million and $285.2 million, respectively.
• DeFi projects experienced the highest losses at $609.3 million, with wallet compromises accounting for the majority of total losses at $611 million.
• North Korean hacking groups were responsible for 76% of all crypto hack losses in 2026 through April, primarily due to two major incidents that caused $577 million in losses, indicating a trend of fewer but more impactful attacks.

https://cryptopotato.com/kelpdao-and-drift-lead-devastating-650m-crypto-hack-wave-of-april/

Bitcoin Swings After Iran’s Latest Proposal to the US – What’s Next?

• Bitcoin's price briefly surged to over $79,000 following reports of Iran's peace proposal to the US, but quickly fell back to around $78,000.
• US President Donald Trump's skepticism about the proposal contributed to the halt in Bitcoin's price increase.
• Analysts express caution, with some warning that a key technical indicator suggests a potential drop to under $60,000 if the $67,500 support level is breached.

https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-swings-after-irans-latest-proposal-to-the-us-whats-next/

XRP ETF Inflows Hit 4-Month High: What’s Next for Ripple’s Price?

• Spot XRP ETFs saw a significant rebound in April with $81.59 million in net inflows, marking their best month since December, despite the underlying asset's struggles.
• The total cumulative inflows for XRP ETFs reached an all-time high of $1.3 billion by April 29, although the asset experienced a decline in investor interest earlier in the year.
• XRP's price is at a critical juncture, with analysts suggesting it could either bounce back or face further declines depending on its ability to hold above a key trendline.

https://cryptopotato.com/xrp-etf-inflows-hit-4-month-high-whats-next-for-ripples-price/

Ethereum Whales Go on Accumulation Spree as ETH Awaits Major Trigger

• Ethereum experienced gains for the second consecutive month, with whales accumulating over 140,000 tokens worth approximately $322 million in just four days.
• The cryptocurrency ended April with a 7.3% increase, following a 7% rise in March, breaking a six-month price decline streak.
• Analysts note that while high-leveraged long positions have slightly increased, the market is waiting for a significant trigger to initiate a larger price movement.

https://cryptopotato.com/ethereum-whales-go-on-accumulation-spree-as-eth-awaits-major-trigger/

Ripple (XRP) Gears Up for Big Price Move, Bitcoin (BTC) Stopped at $79K: Weekend Watch

• Bitcoin's recent breakout attempt was halted at $79,000, with the price returning to around $78,000 after a dip below $76,000.
• Most larger-cap altcoins remained stable, with XRP showing potential for a significant price move, targeting either $1.82 or $1.00.
• The total cryptocurrency market cap is steady at just under $2.7 trillion, with Bitcoin's market cap at $1.570 trillion and a dominance of 58.5% over altcoins.

https://cryptopotato.com/ripple-xrp-gears-up-for-big-price-move-bitcoin-btc-stopped-at-79k-weekend-watch/

We Asked AI How High Ripple (XRP) Can Go in May: The Answers Shocked Us

• Ripple's XRP token ended a six-month decline with a minor increase in April, raising questions about its potential rally in May.
• ChatGPT outlines three scenarios for XRP's performance: a conservative rise to $1.60-$1.85, an optimistic surge to $2.20-$2.80, and a low-probability wild card prediction of reaching $3.50.
• The most realistic outcome for May is extended consolidation, with XRP likely to trade between $1.30 and $1.50 unless significant market changes occur.

https://cryptopotato.com/we-asked-ai-how-high-ripple-xrp-can-go-in-may-the-answers-shocked-us/

Ethereum Price Analysis: $2.4K Remains ETH’s Biggest Barrier

• Ethereum is currently trading at $2.32k, facing resistance at the $2.4k level while on-chain data shows a significant decline in exchange reserves, now at a record low of 14.5M ETH.
• The price is testing the declining 100-day moving average around $2.2k, with support from an ascending channel established since February; a close above $2.4k could lead to a breakout towards $2.8k.
• The ongoing decrease in ETH supply on exchanges suggests a potential for sharp price movement once demand increases, despite the current technical gridlock below resistance.

https://cryptopotato.com/ethereum-price-analysis-2-4k-remains-eths-biggest-barrier/

XRP Is Losing Ground to USD and Crashing Against BTC: Ripple Price Analysis

• XRP is trading at $1.39, remaining stable while the broader market gains momentum, but it has broken below a key support level against Bitcoin, indicating weak relative performance.
• On the USDT pair, XRP is within a long-term descending channel, with immediate support at $1.20 and resistance between $1.40-$1.50, but no significant upward movement is expected soon.
• The XRP/BTC pair has dropped to 1,771 sats, confirming new cycle lows against Bitcoin, with the next support at 1,600 sats and no signs of a recovery above the critical 1,800 sats level.

https://cryptopotato.com/xrp-is-losing-ground-to-usd-and-crashing-against-btc-ripple-price-analysis/

Bitcoin Set for Green Zone Entry? Analysts Identify Must-Watch Levels

• Bitcoin has rebounded from a February low of $60,000, gaining nearly 12% in April and prompting speculation about a potential bull market.
• Analysts highlight critical resistance levels at $80,000 and support levels at $75,000, with a decisive close outside this range likely to define the market trend.
• Some analysts remain bearish, noting that Bitcoin has never closed three consecutive months in the green during a bear market, suggesting a potential downturn ahead.

https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-set-for-green-zone-entry-analysts-identify-must-watch-levels/

Was Bitcoin’s April Surge Speculative or Structural? CryptoQuant Offers Insights

• Bitcoin experienced a 12% increase in April, its largest gain in a year, but market analysis suggests the rally was driven by speculative action rather than organic demand.
• CryptoQuant's report indicates that while perpetual futures demand rose, spot demand contracted, highlighting a lack of fundamental support for the price increase.
• The current demand structure resembles that of early 2022, which preceded a multi-month price decline, raising concerns about Bitcoin's price sustainability if demand does not improve.

https://cryptopotato.com/was-bitcoins-april-surge-speculative-or-structural-cryptoquant-offers-insights/

Tether Records $1B Net Profit in Q1 Attestation Report

• Tether's Q1 2026 attestation report shows a net profit exceeding $1 billion, with excess reserves reaching a record $8.23 billion despite market volatility.
• The company holds $141 billion in U.S. Treasury bills, making it the 17th-largest holder globally, and maintains a diverse reserve strategy including gold and bitcoin.
• Tether's USDT circulation increased by $5 billion in Q2 2026, with total assets of over $191.7 billion and liabilities of $183.5 billion, ensuring a solid reserve buffer.

https://cryptopotato.com/tether-records-1b-net-profit-in-q1-attestation-report/

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent Says the US Is Targeting Iran’s Access to Crypto

• US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that Washington's sanctions campaign is now explicitly targeting Iran's access to cryptocurrency, alongside oil exports and shadow banking.
• The Treasury's "Economic Fury" measures have disrupted significant revenue streams for Iran, with over 1,000 entities and individuals designated under sanctions since February 25.
• The connection between crypto and geopolitical events has influenced Bitcoin's price movements, highlighting the potential for cryptocurrencies to be used in trade settlement and as a workaround for sanctions.

https://cryptopotato.com/treasury-secretary-scott-bessent-says-the-us-is-targeting-irans-access-to-crypto/

Bitcoin Price Pushes Above $80,000 for First Time Since January

• Bitcoin's price has surpassed the $80,000 mark for the first time since January, raising hopes for a potential rally.
• The total cryptocurrency market capitalization has increased to $2.74 trillion, with Bitcoin's dominance at 58.6%.
• Analysts caution that the price surge may be speculative, as on-chain data indicates a lack of fundamental demand support.

https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-price-pushes-above-80000-for-first-time-since-january/

Altcoins With Double-Digit Gains as Bitcoin Rocketed to 3-Month High: Market Watch

• Bitcoin surged above $80,500 for the first time since late January, with its market capitalization reaching $1.6 trillion and dominance at 58.5%.
• Most altcoins experienced gains, with Ethereum nearing $2,400, XRP at $1.41, and ZEC seeing a notable 7.3% increase.
• The total cryptocurrency market cap rose by over $50 billion in a day, reaching $2.730 trillion, with SKYAI emerging as the top performer, skyrocketing by 40%.

https://cryptopotato.com/altcoins-with-double-digit-gains-as-bitcoin-rocketed-to-3-month-high-market-watch/

Institutional Demand at 500% of Bitcoin Supply Could Drive BTC to $96K: Analyst

• Institutions are purchasing Bitcoin at over five times the rate of its daily production, historically leading to significant price increases.
• Charles Edwards predicts a potential 24% price rise over the next month, possibly bringing BTC to around $96,000, based on past demand-to-supply ratios.
• Despite Bitcoin's recent price surge past $80,000, analysts caution that the increase is driven by speculative trading rather than genuine spot demand, indicating potential market instability.

https://cryptopotato.com/institutional-demand-at-500-of-bitcoin-supply-could-drive-btc-to-96k-analyst/

Bitcoin Price Dumps Suddenly as Iran Reportedly Attacked US Warship in Hormuz

• Bitcoin's price surged to over $80,500 but dropped sharply to around $78,000 following heightened tensions between Iran and the US, including missile attacks on a US Navy vessel.
• US President Trump announced a new mission to guide ships through the Strait, described as a humanitarian gesture, shortly before the missile incident.
• The market experienced significant volatility, with $450 million in liquidations and nearly 110,000 traders affected in the past 24 hours.

https://cryptopotato.com/bitcoin-price-dumps-suddenly-as-iran-reportedly-attacked-us-warship-in-hormuz/

Ethereum (ETH) at a Crossroads: Another Rejection or This Time It Will Be Different?

• Ethereum (ETH) briefly rose to nearly $2,400 but faced resistance and is currently trading around $2,350, with analysts predicting potential pullbacks or further gains.
• Analyst Ali Martinez identified $2,375 as a major resistance level, suggesting failure to surpass it could lead to a drop to around $2,210, while a close above could push ETH to $2,550.
• Large investors, or whales, have recently purchased 140,000 ETH, indicating bullish sentiment, and there is growing institutional interest in spot ETH ETFs, which could support price increases in the coming weeks.

https://cryptopotato.com/ethereum-eth-at-a-crossroads-another-rejection-or-this-time-it-will-be-different/

Strategy Hits Pause Button, but BitMine Keeps Buying Ethereum (ETH)

• BitMine Immersion Technologies acquired 101,745 ETH worth nearly $240 million, increasing its total Ethereum holdings to over 5.180 million tokens, representing 4.29% of the total supply.
• Tom Lee expressed optimism about a potential crypto market recovery, citing Ethereum's role in tokenization and the rise of AI systems needing public blockchains.
• Strategy, co-founded by Michael Saylor, paused its acquisition announcements for a week but plans to resume next week while raising funds for Bitcoin purchases.

https://cryptopotato.com/strategy-hits-pause-button-but-bitmine-keeps-buying-ethereum-eth/

Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2, Base to Upgrade to Zero-Knowledge Proofs via SP1

• Base is transitioning from optimistic rollups to a zero-knowledge-based system, enhancing its security with a trusted execution environment and zero-knowledge proofs.
• This upgrade positions Base as the largest Ethereum operator to implement ZK proofs for finality, aiming for one-day finality and improved capital movement to Ethereum's mainnet.
• In response to community concerns about asset support and potential market manipulation, Base co-founder Jesse Pollak emphasized the commitment to open markets and improving visibility for quality applications.

https://cryptopotato.com/coinbases-ethereum-layer-2-base-to-upgrade-to-zero-knowledge-proofs-via-sp1/