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Market Veteran Says XRP Now Faces “Lollapalooza Effect,” Predicts $90

EGRAG likens XRP’s potential growth to the “Lollapalooza Effect. The analyst underscores XRP’s unique regulatory status and significant partnerships as key to its bullish outlook. EGRAG projects targets of $1.10 and $1.40 for XRP, with a long-term potential peak at $90. EGRAG, a well-known crypto analyst, has recently argued the bullish potential of XRP by likening it to what he called the “Lollapalooza Effect.” He highlighted that the concept, coined initially by investor Charlie Munger, describes a scenario where various psychological and behavioral factors converge to exert a profound impact.  According to EGRAG, investor Munger used the “Lollapalooza Effect” to explain how combining multiple forces could synergize a subject to create extraordinary outcomes. In the case of XRP, EGRAG suggested that the asset is experiencing a similar effect.  The foundation of the sentiment is a combination of factors surrounding the XRP ecosystem. Specifically, the an

Bulls Propel BONK to 12-Month High: Will the Momentum Hold?

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BONK surges to a 12-month high, fueled by investor confidence and positive market sentiment. BONK’s market cap and trading volume spike, hinting at increased interest and potential for higher gains. Aroon trend and ROC rating signal strong momentum, making BONK an attractive investment choice. Bears in the Bonk (BONK) market managed to drive the price down from a starting price of $0.000001902 to a 24-hour low of $0.000001504 before finding support and modestly recovering. However, bulls countered the negative trend and drove BONK to a 12-month high of $0.000002414 before facing stiff resistance. This significant price gain was driven by solid purchasing pressure and a positive market environment, indicating increased investor confidence in BONK. Furthermore, as of press time, BONK was up 21.02% from its intraday low of $0.000002202. BONK’s market capitalization and 24-hour trading volume increased by 20.75% and 46.78%, respectively, to $119.18 million an

XRP Dips After Testing Resistance; Analysts Predict Recovery

XRP’s price faces turbulence, but analysts anticipate a potential bounce back, with solid support at $0.62-$0.64. XRP’s RSI signals caution as the crypto market grapples with long positions and potential corrective actions. Ripple’s legal battle with the SEC stretches into 2024, with implications for XRP’s future and the broader crypto industry. XRP‘s recent market movements have caught the eye of leading analysts, bringing a mix of predictions and cautious optimism to the forefront. As XRP navigates through turbulent price fluctuations, a significant legal battle involving its parent company, Ripple, adds another layer of complexity to its trajectory. Analyst Market Predictions Cryptocurrency analysts have recently provided insights into the future of XRP, anticipating a potential pullback in its price. The digital token, which has been subject to an aggressive sell-off, especially after the SWELL event, might set the stage for a significant bounceback.

Is it altseason? Altcoin 30-day performance and total market cap flash bullish

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3 key data points highlight the 60-day strength shown by altcoins. A wave of green has washed across the entire crypto market , and it won’t be long before traders on X (the social platform formerly known as Twitter) begin to explain that a new altcoins season has arrived.  Altcoin season, or ‘altseason’ as the crypto bros say, typically measures the rallying of altcoins and a positive market capitalization increase of the total altcoin market cap. Let’s take a look at some key indicators that market participants use to determine whether or not an altcoin season has emerged. Total crypto market capitalization hits a 14-month high The total crypto market cap recently hit a 14-month high, clearly reflecting the current bullish momentum. Crypto total market cap broke out to its highest levels in over 14 months. pic.twitter.com/0c6CPxDSfQ — TradingView (@tradingview) November 6, 2023 Similar strength is seen in the total altcoin market capitalization chart (TOTAL2). The metric m

Is the UK ready to embrace the new dawn of crypto regulations?

The UK’s aggressive stance on crypto could redefine the UK’s crypto market, but will innovation pay the price? The FCA’s tight grip on crypto ads and the BoE’s stablecoin oversight mark a major shift in the UK’s digital currency landscape. What’s happening? The UK is tightening its regulatory grip on the cryptocurrency market with a dual focus: ensuring that the marketing of crypto assets is responsible and that stablecoins, when used as a form of payment, are robustly regulated.  The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently introduced stringent rules for firms marketing crypto assets. These rules include mandating a specific cooling-off period for new investors to contemplate their decisions, banning “refer a friend” bonuses, and requiring clear risk warnings in advertisements.  Concurrently, the Bank of England (BoE) is spearheading legislative proposals to regulate stablecoins, aiming to secure financial stability and consumer protection. These changes mark a significant

Australian exchange CoinSpot reportedly hacked for $2m

A blockchain analyst under the pseudonym ZachXBT reported suspicious transactions from the wallets of the Australian exchange CoinSpot totaling $2 million. In his Telegram channel, blockchain detective ZachXBT pointed out two transactions. First, the attackers withdrew 1,262 Ethereum (ETH) and then another 20.99 ETH. The stolen funds were exchange d for Wrapped Bitcoins (WBTC) and stablecoins USDC and USDT. To do this, the attackers directly used the decentralized exchange Uniswap, the THORChain protocol, and the WBTC smart contract. CoinSpot exchange was founded in 2014, and so far, no incidents related to information security have been recorded on it. At the moment, representatives of the site have not confirmed the hack. The company’s website emphasizes that CoinSpot “maintains the highest security standards by storing the majority of assets in a cold wallet.” You might also like: Hackers exploit Onyx Protocol for $2.1m In October, hackers managed to exploit vulner

SUI rallies amid market downturn following partnership news

The native token of the Sui blockchain, SUI, has seen its prices surge over the past week amidst a broader cryptocurrency market downturn . SUI has risen 28% in the last 7 days and is currently trading around $0.5791. The rally was strengthened despite the market downturn on the heels of Sui’s Nov. 8th announcement revealing a strategic collaboration with Space and Time (SxT), a verifiable compute layer. Sui is a layer 1 blockchain created by former Facebook developers that launched its mainnet in May 2023. It aims to provide fast transactions, low fees, and highly scalable storage optimized for building decentralized applications (dApps) and games. The partnership with SxT will give Sui developers seamless access to off-chain data through SxT’s data warehouse. It also designates SxT as the preferred data repository for the Sui ecosystem. Additionally, Sui developers can leverage SxT’s suite of zero-knowledge proof-based tools to build secure, data-driven dApps and games.

Baby Shark creator and TinyTap partner to improve digital early learning

On November 8, 2023, The Pinkfong Company, the global entertainment company credited with the “Baby Shark” sensation, and TinyTap, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands and a prominent ed-tech platform for user-generated educational games, revealed the formalization of a licensing agreement for strategic collaboration.  This partnership will showcase The Pinkfong Company’s content and intellectual property, including the worldwide hit “Baby Shark,” in various initiatives integrated into the TinyTap ecosystem, and aims to craft exceptional and captivating educational experiences for audiences worldwide, according to the latest information shared with Finbold. The Pinkfong Company and TinyTap will combine their skills and assets to create a diverse array of interactive and educational products designed to encourage creativity, critical thinking, and early childhood development.  Through the fusion of The Pinkfong Company’s beloved “Baby Shark” and other characters with TinyTap’s adaptive l

Toncoin (TON) emerges as top gainer, strong buy signal surfaces

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Toncoin (TON) gained bullish momentum over the past week as positivity around the asset grows strong .  TON registered 8.7% gains in the past 24 hours and is trading at $2.63 at the time of writing. The asset’s market cap surpassed the $9 billion mark with the recent surge, marking an 11-month high.  TON price, social volume, and open interest – Nov. 8 | Source: Santiment The surge comes after Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced the giveaway of 10,000 premium subscriptions to his messenger app. According to his post, Durov purchased the premium accounts for TON coins worth roughly $200,000.  You might also like: Custodia Bank announces Bitcoin custody platform launch On Nov. 3, the Dubai Financial Services Authority approved using TON and XRP in the regulator’s region.  Consequently, the positive sentiment around TON has triggered a strong “buy” signal . According to data provided by the market intelligence platform Santiment, Toncoin’s price-daily active address

Shiba Inu Burn Rate Skyrockets, Surges 36210%

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Shiba Inu, a notable and second-largest meme coin in the cryptocurrency market, has garnered significant attention. The development team has been actively engaged in initiatives like the Shiba Inu Burn, reflecting their dedication to the coin’s progress. The Shiba Inu burn rate has been subject to fluctuations, with some days witnessing higher numbers while others show a decline. However, in recent times, the burn rate has displayed relative stability, with a consistent daily burning of millions of SHIB. Also read: Ripple (XRP) Spikes Over 11% to Become Top-Performing Major Crypto According to the latest details from Shibburn, the SHIB burn rate has skyrocketed by 36210% amidst positive market conditions. SHIB Burn rate soars by 36210% Shibburn data shows that 173.2 million SHIB have been sent to dead wallets in the last 24 hours. One large transaction that occurred 19 hours ago sent 100 million SHIB to the dead wallet. The spike in the burn rate has provided the

Exploring the Multi-Asset Issuance Mechanism of Taproot Assets

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Author: Haotian  Editior: WuBlockchain On Octorber 19th, Lightning Labs, the Lightning Network developer, released the mainnet alpha version of Taproot Assets, signifying that it is now possible to create stablecoins and other assets on the Bitcoin network. These assets are entirely controlled by Bitcoin’s Script scripting feature, decentralized, and ultimately applied through the Lightning Network. At first glance, it seems like Bitcoin is entering a true era of BRC20. So, what is the technical implementation logic of Taproot Assets? How does it differ from BRC20 on Ordinals? Will it bring about another wave of BRC20 token issuance frenzy? Let’s try to objectively interpret these questions. Technical Implementation Logic In my previous introduction to BitVM, I discussed the limited yet achievable programming capabilities of Bitcoin. These capabilities involve writing “simple code” in the Script script of Taproot addresses and executing it as instructions for spending UTXOs. In the con

Shiba Inu (SHIB) Transactions Up 420% in a Day as Trillions Move

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In a rather surprising development for the market as a whole, Shiba Inu (SHIB) large transactions are up a remarkable 420%, with trillions of the meme coin on the move. Specifically, the asset has seen whale activity reach massive heights over just the last 24 hours. Large-scale transactions are recognized by IntoTheBlock as transactions that are valued above $100,000. Subsequently, the firm has noted a massive jump in those kinds of trades involving the Shiba Inu token. Additionally, the price of the asset has noted a 3% increase over the last 24 hours in conjunction with the transaction surge. Source – Outlook Also Read: Shiba Inu to Reach 3 Cents? Heres When It Could Happen Shiba Inu Large Transactions Jump 420% Over Last 24 Hours Few digital asset communities are as passionate or coordinated as the SHIB Army. Moreover, few meme coins have worked as hard as the SHIB development team has at creating utility in the immensely popular altcoin. Now, amid a rather stark downtu

Yuga Labs addresses Apefest ‘vision damage’ issue; community calls out poor management

The Bored Ape community was not very impressed by the Yuga Labs' reaction to the mishap, calling out their lack of basic health management at the event. Several attendees of Yuga Labs’ ApeFest event on Nov. 4 in Hong Kong reported eye-related issue s, including burns, damaged vision and “extreme pain” in their eyes. Yuga Labs’ official X account has now addressed the issue , claiming they are aware of the reports of potential eye-related issue s to many attendees and are investigating the cause behind them. I just opened up IG and Jasmine’s eye is swollen. Some Apes had an eye issue at ApeFest. Protect your eyes. Wash your hands. Be careful out there. pic.twitter.com/FNHF9hrDeg — PB Drip (@DripperPb) November 6, 2023 Yuga Labs claimed that less than 1% of the attendees have experienced eye-related symptoms, and most of the affected attendees are experiencing improvement in their conditions with the passage of time. Apes, we are aware of the eye-related issue s that affected s

XRP Hits 3-Month High as Attorney Predicts 99.9% Win in SEC Lawsuit

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John Deaton, the attorney representing XRP holders, has put forward a compelling argument that could potentially result in a 99.9% legal victory for Ripple in its ongoing legal battle with the SEC. Deaton’s Analysis challenges the prevailing belief that the SEC’s stance in the Ripple case is evenly split 50-50. Instead, he contends that the advantage heavily favors Ripple , resembling a 90-10 split in their favor. If Ripple ends up facing penalties of $20 million or less, this interpretation could lead to a resounding legal win for the company. Deaton’s perspective has been prompted by a recent post by Stuart Alderoty, the Chief Legal Officer of Ripple. It highlighted another legal setback for the SEC in the ongoing lawsuit. This viewpoint resonates with the sentiment prevalent in the cryptocurrency community. Several have been viewing a potential settlement of $20 million as a positive outcome for Ripple. This assessment takes into consideration the broader implications of the

The Fed may be done hiking: Time to buy Shiba Memu?

The biggest stories of this week were the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on Wednesday followed by the US non-farm payrolls (NFP) data on Friday. These two events set the tone for what could be the next bull run in the crypto and stock market.  FOMC and US NFP data The Federal Reserve concluded its two-day monetary policy meeting on Wednesday. And was widely expected, the bank decided to leave interest rates unchanged between 5.25% and 5.50%, the highest point in more than two decades.  In the accompanying statement, the bank left the door wide open for another rate hike in December or the first quarter of 2024. However, in the press conference, Jerome Powell hinted that the Fed could be done hiking rates. At the same time, he noted that the bank would continue being data-dependent. In this regard, he said that the bank would focus on jobs and inflation numbers that will come out before the December meeting. The NFP data published on Friday reve

Multichain inside job? And SOL surges 80% in a month: Finance Redefined

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The exploited Multichain bridge briefly opened on Nov. 1, and a trader managed to use this opportunity to buy debugged assets at a discount, allowing them to make more than $1.5 million in profits. Welcome to Finance Redefined, your weekly dose of essential decentralized finance (DeFi) insights — a newsletter crafted to bring you the most significant developments from the past week. A trader managed to exploit the brief opening of the Multichain cross-chain bridge, which was frozen since its exploit in July 2023, allowing the trader to turn $280,000 worth of Fantom’s (FTM) tokens into $1.9 million worth of different assets. In other news, Solana’s (SOL) token has surged 80% in a month , and Avalanche is set to shut down its Etherscan-powered block chain explorer tool amid a fee controversy. A new bridged token from LayerZero has drawn criticism from nine protocols throughout the Ethereum ecosystem, claiming that it limits the freedom of token issuers. The top 100 DeFi tokens continue