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Crypto Markets Slip Ahead of Jackson Hole as Fed Minutes Signal Caution

Crypto Markets Slip Ahead of Jackson Hole as Fed Minutes Signal Caution

The post Crypto Markets Slip Ahead of Jackson Hole as Fed Minutes Signal Caution appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other major tokens continue weekly declines as investors weigh inflation risks and ETF outflows. Cryptocurrency markets retreated on Thursday, Aug. 21, as investors digested the Federal Reserve’s latest minutes and turned their attention to the Jackson Hole Symposium on Friday, Aug. 22. Bitcoin (BTC) is currently trading at $112,773, marking a modest decline of 0.4% on the day and a nearly 4.7% drop over the past week. Ethereum (ETH) is also down 0.7% in the last 24 hours to $4,242, representing a 7.9% decline over the week. XRP and Solana (SOL) followed a similar trend, with XRP at $2.89, down 0.4% on the day and 7.5% over the week, while SOL has slipped 1.5% in the past 24 hours to $182, losing 6.9% since last week. Overall, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization fell 1% over the past 24 hours to $3.9 trillion, with Bitcoin dominance at 57.5% and Ethereum at 13.1%, according to CoinGecko. Over the past 24 hours, around $228 million in crypto positions were liquidated, including $244 million of long positions and $194 million of shorts, per CoinGlass. Ethereum led with more than $91 million in liquidations, followed by Bitcoin at $34 million. ETFs Spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) recorded nearly $312 million in net outflows on Wednesday, Aug. 20, the fourth straight day of withdrawals, pushing total outflows over the week to $971 million, according to SoSoValue. Meanwhile, spot ETH ETFs experienced over $240 million in net outflows on Wednesday, a day after recording the second-largest single-day outflow since their launch in July 2024. Total outflows for the week have now reached roughly $926 million. Fed Minutes and Jackson Hole The cautious sentiment came after the Federal Reserve’s July minutes revealed on Aug. 20 that officials remain concerned about inflation and may be reluctant…
Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Decline as Derivatives Market Drives Volatility

Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Decline as Derivatives Market Drives Volatility

The post Bitcoin (BTC) Faces Decline as Derivatives Market Drives Volatility appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Lawrence Jengar Aug 21, 2025 01:32 Bitcoin’s price retraces amid declining capital inflows as derivatives market activity heightens volatility, according to Glassnode. Bitcoin’s recent price activity signals a downturn, as its value retraced from an all-time high (ATH) of $124.4K to a low of $112.9K, marking a 9.2% decline. This price drop comes amid declining capital inflows, suggesting a reduced investor willingness to inject fresh capital at elevated price levels, according to Glassnode. Slowing Capital Inflows Despite reaching a new ATH, Bitcoin’s realized cap increased at a modest rate of 6% per month, significantly lower than the 13% witnessed during previous ATH breakouts. This trend highlights a waning demand from investors, even as profit-taking activities have diminished. Recent price corrections have accelerated investor loss-taking, which reached $112M per day. However, these figures remain typical of local corrections within a bull cycle. Events like the Aug-2024 yen-carry unwind and the ‘Trump Tariff Tantrum’ in March-April 2025 have led to higher capitulation volumes, indicating that investor confidence remains relatively intact. Leverage and Speculation The derivatives market is playing a significant role in Bitcoin’s volatility. Futures contracts’ open interest remains elevated, with $67B highlighting the leverage in play. A recent sell-off saw over $2.3B in open interest unwound, reflecting the market’s speculative nature. Ethereum, known as a bellwether asset, has seen its open interest dominance rise to 43.3%, signaling a shift in risk appetite. Its perpetual futures volume dominance hit a new ATH of 67%, underscoring rising speculative activity. Altcoin Activity Altcoins, such as ETH, SOL, XRP, and DOGE, have also experienced a surge in futures open interest, reaching $60.2B before a $2.6B decline. This fluctuation indicates heightened investor interest, contributing to market fragility. Liquidations in the altcoin market have been substantial, peaking at $303M…
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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Tips $1M For Bitcoin By 2030

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Tips $1M For Bitcoin By 2030

The post Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Tips $1M For Bitcoin By 2030 appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. While Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has become the latest crypto executive to predict Bitcoin will reach $1 million by 2030, one crypto analyst warned investors should not get ahead of themselves after Bitcoin fell to $112,676 this week, retreating 9% from its all-time high.  The US is a “bellwether for the rest of the G20” “The rough idea I have in my head is that we’ll see a million-dollar Bitcoin by 2030,” Armstrong told John Collison on the “Cheeky Pint” podcast on Wednesday. Armstrong pointed to a few reasons to back up his Bitcoin (BTC) prediction, including clearer regulations starting to take shape in the United States, which he called a “bellwether for the rest of the G20.”  Brian Armstrong spoke to John Collison on the “Cheeky Pint” podcast. Source: Stripe He highlighted the recently passed Genius Act for stablecoins and the market structure bill that is now “being debated” in the Senate. “Fingers crossed something could happen by the end of this year, that would be a huge milestone,” Armstrong said. He also cited the US Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. “If you asked me five years ago, that would have been like a vision board. Someone would have said you’re crazy, the United States government is not going to officially hold Bitcoin.” It came the same day Eric Trump said at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium, “You go out a couple of years, there’s no question Bitcoin hits a million bucks.” Crypto analyst suggests one step at a time However, McKay Research researcher James McKay suggested Bitcoiners should not get ahead of themselves over the asset’s future price. “Let’s try and hold 124K first guys,” McKay said in an X post on Tuesday, a week after Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $124,128 but shed its gains in the days…
Cryptomarkt bereidt zich voor op teleurstelling: kans op renteverlaging keldert

Cryptomarkt bereidt zich voor op teleurstelling: kans op renteverlaging keldert

@media (max-width: 700px) { .crypto-cta-banner { padding: 0 0 0 20px; font-size: 12px; } .crypto-cta-button { padding: 0 10px; font-size: 12px; } .crypto-desktop-text { display: none; } .crypto-mobile-text { display: block; } } @media (min-width: 701px) { .crypto-mobile-text { display: none; } } Connect met Like-minded Crypto Enthusiasts! Connect op Discord! Check onze Discord   Eerder deze maand leek iedereen vertrouwen te hebben in een renteverlaging volgende maand vanuit de Amerikaanse centrale bank. Daar is de markt nu niet meer zo zeker van, en dat zien we terug in de kwakkelende koersen. Investeerders lijken zich voor te bereiden op een teleurstelling, maar hopen stiekem dat ons morgen een verrassing te wachten staat. Renteverlaging is nog steeds de verwachting Morgen houdt voorzitter van de Amerikaanse centrale bank Jerome Powell een toespraak op een conferentie in Jackson Hole. De bank heeft de beleidsrente al het hele jaar stabiel gehouden, maar voor het eerst verwacht de markt dat de economie gestimuleerd wordt (goedkopere leningen zorgen voor meer vraag in de economie). Het vertrouwen in een renteverlaging heeft alles te maken met de slechte banencijfers die aan het begin van de maand naar buiten werden gebracht. In juli kwamen er veel minder banen bij dan verwacht en ook de cijfers van mei en juni werden fors naar beneden bijgesteld. Het zou een teken kunnen zijn dat de Amerikaanse economie richting een recessie beweegt, en dus knalde de kans op een renteverlaging de lucht in. Vorige week dinsdag kwam ook nog eens de consumentenprijsindex (CPI) lager binnen dan verwacht, waardoor op een gegeven moment de hele futuresmarkt een renteverlaging verwachtte. Een dag later zwakte het optimisme af toen de producentenprijsindex (PPI) flink teleurstelde met hogere cijfers. Sindsdien houden steeds meer mensen rekening met opnieuw een rentepauze. Momenteel houdt 71,3 procent van de futuresmarkt rekening met een renteverlaging van 0,25 procent, zo laten gegevens van CME Group zien. Dat is nog steeds een dikke meerderheid, maar het percentage is dus rap gedaald de afgelopen tijd. De notulen van de laatste rentevergadering hebben daar ook aan bijgedragen. De meerderheid ziet de opwaartse inflatierisico’s als groter dan het risico op een zwakkere werkgelegenheid. Goed om te melden is dat de vergadering na de zwakke banencijfers plaatsvond. Alle ogen naar morgenmiddag Toch lijkt de markt zich al in te dekken voor een tegenvaller. Ondertussen gaat de aandacht uit naar de speech van morgen om 16:00 uur. Het meest waarschijnlijke scenario is dat Powell de opties openlaat, aangezien er nog veel nieuwe data op komst is die het besluit van de Fed zal beïnvloeden. Als er wordt gehint naar een verlaging dan zou zich dat waarschijnlijk vertalen in een stijgende bitcoin (BTC) koers. Maar een strenge toon kan juist negatief uitpakken. Best wallet - betrouwbare en anonieme wallet Best wallet - betrouwbare en anonieme wallet Meer dan 60 chains beschikbaar voor alle crypto Vroege toegang tot nieuwe projecten Hoge staking belongingen Lage transactiekosten Best wallet review Koop nu via Best Wallet Let op: cryptocurrency is een zeer volatiele en ongereguleerde investering. Doe je eigen onderzoek. Het bericht Cryptomarkt bereidt zich voor op teleurstelling: kans op renteverlaging keldert is geschreven door Ivo Melchers en verscheen als eerst op Bitcoinmagazine.nl.
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Author: Coinstats2025/08/22 01:16
Coinbase CEO Bets On Bitcoin Hitting $1 Million In The Next 5 Years

Coinbase CEO Bets On Bitcoin Hitting $1 Million In The Next 5 Years

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong put a bold price on Bitcoin this week, saying the token could hit $1 million by 2030. He posted the prediction on X and pointed to rising institutional interest and clearer rules in the US as reasons for the call. Related Reading: Ethereum Captures Investor Frenzy, Overtakes Bitcoin With Nearly $3-B Surge Short-term moves will still be messy, he warned, but the long-term case is getting stronger. Armstrong Joins High-Profile Bull Calls According to Armstrong, the shift in tone from regulators matters. He flagged pending stablecoin legislation and a market structure bill in the Senate as possible catalyst events, saying “something could happen by the end of this year.” Reports have disclosed that the US government now holds a strategic Bitcoin reserve, a step Armstrong once found unlikely. I think we’ll see $1M per bitcoin by 2030. Regulatory clarity is finally emerging, the US government is keeping a BTC reserve, there’s a growing interest for crypto ETFs, among many other factors. (Not financial advice of course, it’s impossible to guarantee) pic.twitter.com/w5EfcYFvVp — Brian Armstrong (@brian_armstrong) August 20, 2025 Institutional Flows Are Small, But Growing According to Armstrong, many large funds currently hold about 1% of their portfolios in Bitcoin. That’s small. It’s also a base to build from if rules become clearer. Exchange-traded funds have already pulled significant institutional money into the market, and sovereign interest is slowly rising. Armstrong argues that clearer rules will speed the process and unlock more capital. Big Names Back Big Numbers Meanwhile, several well-known figures have been making their own forecasts about the world’s most popular crypto asset. Author Robert Kiyosaki has argued that rising inflation and the growing US debt load could be key drivers pushing Bitcoin toward higher levels. Michael Saylor, who leads Strategy, points to Wall Street’s balance sheets, saying a 10% allocation of reserves to Bitcoin could be enough to trigger the million-dollar mark. Related Reading: Panic Or Profit? Analyst Says XRP Below $3 Is A ‘Massive Blessing’ Cathie Wood of ARK Invest has set an even loftier target, suggesting Bitcoin could climb to $1.5 million in her firm’s bull scenario. Together, these forecasts align with Armstrong’s call, though each stems from a different line of reasoning. Regulation And Risk Still Matter Bitcoin has a history of sharp rallies followed by big pullbacks. That pattern hasn’t disappeared. While proponents point to limited supply and growing institutional exposure as reasons to expect higher prices, critics warn that macro shocks, tighter regulation, or a serious technical flaw could reverse gains quickly. Featured image from Meta, chart from TradingView
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Author: NewsBTC2025/08/22 01:00
Here’s How $500 Monthly in XRP Could Grow If Price Rises 15% Per Year Until 2045

Here’s How $500 Monthly in XRP Could Grow If Price Rises 15% Per Year Until 2045

How much would you have if you employed a DCA strategy that invests $500 monthly into XRP until 2045 while the price grows 15% each year? The prospect of getting wealthy enough with XRP for retirement has been a recurring theme over the years, especially considering XRP's impressive price performance since its market debut over a decade ago. Notably, some, like market commentator Moon Lambo, have also confirmed making modest gains, such as a 14x ROI on their holdings. The Concept of DCAing into XRP In March, Edoardo Farina, founder of Alpha Lions Academy, revealed that he secured wealth over half a decade by employing a Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) investment strategy with XRP. For the uninitiated, this strategy involves committing a particular amount into an asset over a particular period regardless of the price action. This is the same investment approach MicroStrategy (now Strategy) has employed since 2020. Today, they have bought 628,946 BTC over five years for $33.139 billion. With their BTC stash now worth $72.625 billion, Strategy has secured about $39.5 billion in profit. However, The Crypto Basic confirmed that this would have been much more if they had invested in XRP instead. Notably, XRP's consistent price struggles around $0.5 for years made it an attractive option for such periodic purchases, especially considering it now trades below $3. While some investors might feel like they have missed the boat, market commentators believe XRP still has room for growth. As a result, the opportunity for DCA remains open. For instance, earlier this month, finance expert Coach JV suggested that investors DCA into XRP or Bitcoin for the next ten years to secure wealth despite XRP trading below $3. He insisted that market participants do this instead of casually scrolling through social media and purchasing luxury on a whim. How Much Would You Have if You Invested $500 Monthly Until 2045? Amid this discussion, we recently assessed how much an investor would end up with if they committed a particular amount, say $500, into XRP every month while XRP grows at a rate of 15% every year.  With XRP trading for $2.92 at press time, a consistent 15% annual increase would push its price to around $50.74 by August 2045, exactly 240 months later or in 20 years. Meanwhile, investing $500 monthly consistently within this period would lead to a total investment commitment of $120,000.  Notably, if the investment began next month, that is September, with XRP having already  the first $500 commitment, it would procure 159.3 XRP tokens. However, as the XRP price continues to increase, the investor would secure fewer tokens for the same $500. Specifically, next September in 2026, XRP would be trading for $3.61, and the investor would have amassed 2,013 XRP tokens with $6,500 total invested. By December 2040, the total invested would have increased to $92,500, the XRP price would be worth $29.7, with 17,978 XRP procured. Interestingly, at the end, in August 2045, total investment would sit at $120,000. Meanwhile, XRP price would hold around $50.74, and the investor would have secured 19,360 XRP. Considering the $50.74 final price, the final holding would be worth $982,163, yielding a return of over $862,000.  However, it is important to note that this does not represent an invitation to invest in XRP, as such returns are not a guarantee. Notably, it is highly unlikely that XRP would secure a consistent 15% annual increase over twenty years.
Rare Bitcoin Bull Signal Nears Activation; Analyst Says It Has Never Failed

Rare Bitcoin Bull Signal Nears Activation; Analyst Says It Has Never Failed

A long-term Bitcoin indicator tracked by analyst bitcoindata21 is close to flashing again, pointing to the possibility of another price surge. The signal is triggered whenever the market touches a yellow upward trendline that has historically marked the beginning of major rallies. This observation comes at a time of subdued sentiment in the crypto market, with growing fears of a bear phase that could see Bitcoin dip below the $100K level. Bitcoin is currently holding at $113,300, down 0.15% over the past day, while its weekly chart shows a 4.71% loss. Meanwhile, bitcoindata21 is offering hope for another round of green trading days based on technical analysis. Historical Precedent The accompanying chart shows multiple past instances when Bitcoin tagged this trendline, each followed by decisive upward momentum. Specifically, from early 2017 to 2021, and again in 2023, every contact with the line preceded meaningful gains. The analyst emphasized that the signal “has never failed so far.” In the current setup, Bitcoin is trading around $113,000, while the chart suggests the next touch of the trendline is imminent. The analyst is confident that history will repeat and that the event will serve as the trigger for the next leg higher. bitcoindata21's Bitcoin chart What to Expect from Bitcoin Commenting on bitcoindata21’s post, one X user remarked that the comeback could see Bitcoin hit $145,000. Notably, other market watchers are also using technical indicators to call for a rebound. At the same time, some believe there is still a risk of a significant dip. For instance, analyst CasiTrades has warned of a likely drop to $88K if Bitcoin bulls fail to maintain a price above the $122,000 level. CasiTrades, a technical analyst with over a decade of experience, believes Bitcoin completed Wave 1 of a corrective pattern at $112,500 and is now in a Wave 2 rebound. This bounce could push BTC toward the $119,900–$121,900 range, but failure to break higher may trigger a steep Wave 3 decline. However, if Bitcoin surpasses its $124,500 high, the bearish outlook would be invalidated. Meanwhile, Michael XBT, another veteran market watcher, believes calling for a major dump at this stage is premature. https://twitter.com/MichaelXBT/status/1958202430018953266 "Road to $1M BTC Remains Intact" Regardless of Bitcoin’s short-term patterns, there is almost a consensus regarding its long-term uptrend. Many expect Bitcoin to potentially experience a 10X price surge in the coming years. For instance, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has joined other industry leaders in predicting that Bitcoin could reach $1 million within the next five years.
Top American Entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin Will Remain King

Top American Entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano Says Bitcoin Will Remain King

Popular American entrepreneur and founder of Professional Capital Management, Anthony Pompliano, emphasizes Bitcoin’s dominance in the crypto market, stating that BTC will continue to remain the king.  Pompliano made the bold assertion today during his appearance on CNBC’s Squawk Box, while pushing back on the old ‘blockchain, not Bitcoin’ narrative, which was popular during the 2016-2017 cycle.  Blockchain, Not Bitcoin Narrative, Has Been Disproven, BTC Remains King  For context, the “blockchain, not Bitcoin” narrative suggests that blockchain technology is more valuable than Bitcoin itself, given its broader applications in areas like real-world asset tokenization and supply chain management.  In Pompliano’s view, this argument has been disproven over the years, with Bitcoin proving itself to be the king. He emphasized that Bitcoin has been the dominant force in the digital asset ecosystem, adding that it will continue to maintain this position.  He acknowledged that the current Bitcoin market has enormous opportunities, with some interested in generating yield and betting on the infrastructure. However, he affirmed that other people want to hold the underlying asset–Bitcoin.  The prominent entrepreneur suggested that the splitting of investor capital across different strategies and assets increases market volatility.  Why People Invest in Bitcoin ETFs  When asked about capital flowing into Bitcoin ETFs versus direct Bitcoin purchases, he argued that the distinction is largely irrelevant. He suggested that people, particularly traditional investors who cannot buy Bitcoin directly, will opt for ETFs tied to the cryptocurrency.  Interestingly, he finds it fascinating that some large Bitcoin holders are now converting their coins to BTC ETFs. Pompliano explained that the rationale behind this conversion is that ETF funds are secured by professional custodians, making them harder to steal than assets stored in personal wallets.  Despite several large holders converting their Bitcoins to ETFs for security purposes, Pompliano does not expect this to be the norm. Pompliano, who considers Bitcoin the new S&P 500, believes several community members will still be advocating for self-custody under the “not your keys, not your coins” mantra.  This phrase encourages investors to prioritize safeguarding their private keys themselves to have full control of their assets.