Bitcoin price has been stuck in a tight range but historical trends and on-chain data suggest a breakout could be coming soon.

Michael Saylor's Strategy is moving faster than Bitcoin itself. The company, formerly called MicroStrategy, has built its entire identity around Bitcoin ownership, stacking up 499,096 BTC on its balance sheet—almost 2.4% of all Bitcoin that will ever exist.

Bitcoin is facing critical price levels as it retests key resistance zones, hinting at risks for its ongoing bull market. Historically, when Bitcoin has tested these levels during bullish phases, it has managed to break through, hold its ground, and continue upward.

Bitcoin's nearly $12 billion open interest shakeout earlier this month might be just the catalyst needed for the asset to regain its upward momentum, according to a crypto analyst.“This can be considered as a natural market reset, an essential phase for sustaining a bullish continuation,” CryptoQuant contributor DarkFost said in a March 17 markets report.

Gold prices soared to new heights Monday, and renowned economist Peter Schiff marked the occasion by promoting his Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) non-fungible tokens. What Happened: Gold bug Schiff took to X to celebrate a historic moment in the bullion market.

Ripple's XRP is down by more than one percent and is currently trading at $2.30. While short-term price movements may occur, the overall trend suggests that a major upward movement is not expected at this time. Despite this, short-term bullish action may still arise, though the broader trend remains subdued.

James Howells' decade-long fight to recover 8,000 Bitcoin faces another legal hurdle as his latest appeal is dismissed.

Bitcoin struggles below $84K as $945M ETF outflows and Nasdaq weakness raise downside risks. Can BTC break above $85K, or is a bigger drop ahead? The post Bitcoin Whales Exit $945M in ETFs – Can BTC Break Above $85K? appeared first on Cryptonews.

A British man's desperate fight to recover about 8,000 lost bitcoin—worth hundreds of millions—has been blocked again, pushing him to take his battle to Europe.

Brazil-based asset manager Hashdex is expanding its cryptocurrency index ETF, adding altcoins like XRP and Cardano (ADA). The firm recently filed an amendment with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to adjust its portfolio, which currently holds Bitcoin (88.3%) and Ethereum (11.7%).

Ripple Labs, the blockchain company behind the XRP token, has officially filed for a new trademark for the word mark ‘Ripple Custody.' The filing, submitted on February 25, 2025, with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), includes a broad range of services.

Prominent angel investor Jason Calacanis has sounded the alarm over Michael Saylors aggressive Bitcoin accumulation, predicting the MicroStrategy co-founder will ultimately break the Bitcoin ecosystem. Calacanis accuses Saylor of centralizing the leading cryptocurrency and damaging its long-term sustainability with relentless purchases and debt-driven strategies.

The crypto market is reeling as digital asset investment products suffer their longest streak of outflows in a decade. CoinShares reports that funds have exited for 17 consecutive days, marking five straight weeks of declines.

Bitcoin surged close to $85,000 on Friday, March 14, fueling optimism across the crypto market. At press time, BTC is trading at $83,195, marking a 0.38% gain in the past 24 hours, according to CoinMarketCap.

Renowned trader John Bollinger recently took to X to share his thoughts on XRP, marking his first public mention of the token in years. Using a Greek mythology metaphor, Bollinger praised XRPs resilience, stating, Of all the major crypto vehicles, Ripple resisted the recent singing of the Sirens song best.

A mysterious Bitcoin whale has drawn intense market attention by amassing a massive $464 million short position. Initially, the whale opened a $332 million Bitcoin short at $84,040, later increasing it to $400 million with 40x leverage and a liquidation price of $86,384.

As one of the top-performing digital assets in the 4Q of 2024, it's only natural that Ripple's XRP attracts attention from its detractors and bullish supporters. The bearish sentiment has been wearing down the asset in the last few weeks, pushing the altcoin to as low as $1.96 last March 11th, the lowest in its three-month chart.

XRP News Today: SEC appeal withdrawal rumors grow as key deadline nears. Could this signal a major breakthrough for Ripple and XRP investors?

On-chain data shows that the Bitcoin “Supply Stress Ratio” has climbed to 0.23 recently, a sign that may not be positive for the BTC market.

A dormant whale booked an $85M profit, and miners cashed out $27M, increasing selling pressure on Bitcoin. U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs have recorded five consecutive weeks of outflows, raising concerns over institutional support.

Asset manager Hashdex has amended its S-1 regulatory filing to expand its crypto index exchange-traded fund (ETF), proposing the addition of seven altcoins alongside Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH), according to a March 14 filing submitted to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

As it tests its 26-day Exponential Moving Average, Shiba Inu is currently encountering a significant technical obstacle. The asset's near-term trajectory will probably be determined by the outcome of this level, which has historically served as a significant resistance point.

Bitcoin's price action has been trapped in a tight range between $84,000 and $82,000 in recent days, with bulls struggling to push upwards. The general market sentiment is one of a cautious nature, and hopes of a quick return above $90,000 are starting to fade.

Made in USA cryptos to watch this week include XRP, Pi Network (PI), Story (IP), Jupiter (JUP), and Aerodrome Finance (AERO). XRP is leading in market cap, while PI is coming off one of the largest token launches in recent history.

XRP price has formed a double-bottom pattern, a widely recognized bullish reversal signal. Analysts suggest this pattern has been confirmed, as the altcoin has broken above its neckline resistance.

XRP is trading at $2.34 with a market capitalization of $136 billion, as daily trade volume reaches $3.01 billion. The price has fluctuated between $2.29 and $2.38 in the past 24 hours, remaining 31.1% below its all-time high of $3.40.

Could U.S. crypto policies trigger the next global financial crisis? Europe thinks so.

North Korea's Bitcoin holdings rise to the fifth largest globally, overtaking Bhutan and El Salvador. Arkham data reveals Lazarus Group's Bybit hack conversion boosted North Korea's Bitcoin reserves, spotlighting escalating cybercrime and its global security implications. The post North Korea Surpasses El Salvador in Bitcoin Holdings, Fueled by Bybit Hack appeared first on Cryptonews.

Data shows the Bitcoin futures market has seen a massive deleveraging event recently. Here's what this reset could mean for BTC, based on past trends.

Bitcoin's (BTC) price is waiting for long-term holders or institutional demand to absorb the recent sell pressure from short-term holders, according to the latest “Bitfinex Alpha” report. Bitcoin's decline from its all-time high of $109,590 on Jan. 20 has intensified concerns about the role of institutional investors in sustaining market momentum.

San Francisco-based fintech company Ripple Labs has filed a trademark application for “Ripple Custody.” The revelation has led to speculations that the firm wants to launch a crypto wallet or custodial services.

The cryptocurrency market is notoriously volatile. However, long-term investing can help smooth out these short-term fluctuations and give time for an asset's fundamental value to shine through.

Michael Saylor's Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) unveiled a $10.7 billion Bitcoin purchase Monday, lifting its total holdings to nearly 500,000 BTC as the company resumed Bitcoin acquisitions after a two-week hiatus. It's the smallest Bitcoin purchase in Strategy history, both in terms of BTC total and US dollar value.

The price action of Ripple-linked cryptocurrency XRP has continued to confound many crypto spectators, with many questioning why it hasn't gone parabolic despite its increasing use by institutions.

Hard knocks tend to teach lessons that don't get forgotten, in investing as well as in life. But as most investors know, learning from someone else's experiences is a far better way of deriving hard-earned wisdom than going through the difficulty of stumbling over challenges yourself.

The price of Bitcoin (BTC) is undergoing bullish consolidation at the moment after the intense selloff in the broader market cooled off. The current outlook shows relief for a coin that dropped as low as $76,624.25 in the past week.

Bitcoin ATMs may be on the verge of a worldwide crackdown, as several governments have taken action against these kiosks.

Bitcoin Spot ETFs have been bleeding funds, with $900M in outflows over the past five weeks.

The Bank of Korea says BTC does not meet the IMF's standards for joining foreign exchange reserves, and its volatility will be a problem.

The submission comes three months after Hashdex's fund, which currently focuses on Bitcoin and Ethereum, first received SEC approval.

A crypto analyst has revealed that the recent pullback in the Bitcoin (BTC) price has triggered a Fischer Transform indicator reminiscent of the 2022 bear market.

Strong retail sales could boost the USD, pressuring BTC, while weak numbers may fuel Fed rate cut speculation, benefiting Bitcoin. A BOJ rate hike could dampen Asian crypto sentiment, while the BOE's stance may impact European markets.

Pro-crypto lawyer John E. Deaton has accused U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) attorneys of misconduct in their enforcement actions against crypto firms.

Market watchers have taken notice of Bitcoin's recent price swings after a notable surge in transactions from affluent individuals. Market observers think that this might lead to a brief price spike, even while larger economic worries still throw a shadow over the cryptocurrency scene.

A crypto rally to new highs may have to wait until later this year, said Coinbase Institutional's head of research.

Bitcoin (BTC) has undergone its second-largest correction of this bull run, according to analysts at crypto exchange Bitfinex. The correction, from the coin's all-time high of $109,590 set on Jan. 20 to a low of $77,041 during the week of March 9-15, represents a 30% retracement triggered by selling pressure from short-term holders.In its report, Bitfinex defines short-term holders as those who have bought within the last seven to 30 days.

One trader's $521 million Bitcoin short position on Hyperliquid is being targeted by other traders who want to force a liquidation.

Crypto markets are in a holding pattern ahead of Wednesday's Federal Reserve meeting and other crucial macroeconomic data. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $84,316.40 +1.1% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $1,938.92 +2.5% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $129.46 +1.6% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.36 +2.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1747 +3.3% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001304 -1.4% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 5.3% and daily active addresses up by 2.6%.