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/

WLFI Lawsuit Sparks Response: Justin Sun Calls It ‘Meritless’

• World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has filed a defamation lawsuit against Justin Sun, accusing him of spreading false claims and seeking damages and a retraction.
• The conflict escalated after WLFI proposed a token vesting schedule that Sun criticized as a "governance scam," leading him to file a lawsuit to protect his rights as a token holder.
• Sun dismissed WLFI's counter lawsuit as a "meritless PR stunt," asserting his commitment to defending his actions in court.

https://cryptopotato.com/wlfi-lawsuit-sparks-response-justin-sun-calls-it-meritless/

SkyAI (SKYAI) Explodes by 300% in a Week: The Next Sensation or ‘Top Scam Coin?’

• SkyAI (SKYAI) has surged by 300% over the past week, reaching nearly $0.70 and a market cap of around $700 million, largely due to its recent listing on Bitget.
• Analysts express mixed views, with some predicting further gains while others raise concerns about potential manipulation and classify SKYAI as a "top scam coin."
• Approximately 62% of SKYAI's supply is held by the top 10 holders, creating a risk of price volatility, and the token's Relative Strength Index indicates it may be due for a correction.

https://cryptopotato.com/skyai-skyai-explodes-by-300-in-a-week-the-next-sensation-or-top-scam-coin/

Analyst Says XRP Diamond Pattern Points to Major Breakout

• EGRAG Crypto's analysis suggests XRP could reach between $183 and $300 over time due to a rare "macro diamond" pattern, with a near-term trigger at $1.50.
• Other analysts, like ChartNerd, propose more conservative targets of $8, $13, and $27, predicting a potential drop to 70-90 cents before any significant recovery.
• Despite recent market fluctuations, short-term data indicates minimal bearish pressure on XRP, suggesting a gradual upward momentum may continue.

https://cryptopotato.com/analyst-says-xrp-diamond-pattern-points-to-major-breakout/

Ripple (XRP) Makes Important Security Announcement Regarding North Korea

• Ripple is enhancing cryptocurrency security by sharing exclusive threat intelligence with the Crypto ISAC, focusing on North Korean cyber threats.
• The shared intelligence includes fraud-linked crypto wallets, malicious domains, and detailed profiles of threat actors to improve actionable insights.
• Crypto ISAC has launched a new API adopted by major firms like Coinbase, enabling real-time integration of threat data into security systems for faster detection and response.

https://cryptopotato.com/ripple-xrp-makes-important-security-announcement-regarding-north-korea/

160,000,000 DOGE in 4 Days: Is Dogecoin Ready for a Further Rally?

• Dogecoin has surged by 12% over the past week, reaching around $0.11, with a market capitalization of $17 billion, driven by increased buying from large investors.
• Whales have purchased 160 million DOGE in just 96 hours, now holding approximately 18.15 billion coins, indicating strong confidence and potential for further price increases.
• Despite the positive momentum, bearish signals such as an overbought Relative Strength Index and increased exchange inflows suggest a possible pullback in the near future.

https://cryptopotato.com/160000000-doge-in-4-days-is-dogecoin-ready-for-a-further-rally/

DPRK Calls Cyber Theft Accusations ‘Absurd Slander’ Driven by Reptile Media

• North Korea's Foreign Ministry denies allegations of involvement in global cyber fraud, labeling them as politically motivated attacks by the US and its media.
• The DPRK claims that the narrative of a cyber threat from its actors is part of a broader hostile policy by the US to damage its reputation.
• Recent data indicates that North Korea-linked groups accounted for 76% of crypto hack losses in 2026 through April, with fewer attacks but significantly higher financial impacts from major incidents.

https://cryptopotato.com/dprk-calls-cyber-theft-accusations-absurd-slander-driven-by-reptile-media/