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Economist Henrik Zeberg is turning bullish on one Ethereum (ETH) rival while predicting a broader altcoin market breakout. Zeberg tells his 171,400 followers on the social media platform X that Solana (SOL) may be about to surge after a retracement. The analyst uses the Elliott Wave theory to forecast a massive run for Solana. The theory states that an asset tends to witness a five-wave rally with wave three being the longest and the strongest move up. “Altseason has begun and is now about to move into its most explosive phase. Solana has been leading after a strong wave two pullback. It should now begin its most powerful move up towards its final target.” Solana is trading at $196 at time of writing, down 5.5% in the last seven days. Zeberg also believes altcoins will now start outperforming Bitcoin (BTC) during this phase of the market cycle. “Wave three in alts now beginning. Hold on!” The analyst predicts Bitcoin will head higher in...

Bitcoin (BTC) has had a remarkable year, recently reaching an all-time high of $108,268. This surge was driven by optimism surrounding a more crypto-friendly stance under President-elect Donald Trump and speculation about the potential Bitcoin strategic reserve.  However, the cryptocurrency market remains divided, with investors navigating a mix of bullish institutional interest and bearish macroeconomic signals. These mixed signals have sparked speculation across the market, leaving investors questioning where Bitcoin, the world’s leading cryptocurrency, could head in 2025. Picks for you 2 cryptocurrencies to reach a $1billion market cap in 2025 14 hours ago Bitcoin sees 2024’s largest weekly outflow from exchanges – What does it mean...

Bitcoin’s struggle below $100,000 coincides with massive options expiry worth $20 billion this coming Friday. Traders anticipate continued market volatility as they navigate through significant profit-taking and market adjustments. The Federal Reserve’s hawkish stance on rate cuts has dampened seasonal bullish expectations. Investors are showing increased interest in altcoins as Bitcoin experiences one of its worst December performances. Market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with potential buying opportunities emerging around the $90,000 support level. New cryptocurrency listings are adapting their launch strategies to capitalize on the expected rotation toward altcoins. New cryptocurrency Releases, Listings, & Presales Today InfluxAI pioneers blockchain security through advanced AI models that detect fraud and scan vulnerabilities. BLEND’s recent presale success and strategic partnerships solidify its position in the gaming and DeFi sectors.PixelSwap...

MicroStrategy (MSTR) has bought the dip, adding to its Bitcoin hoard for the seventh consecutive week as it fortifies its position as the largest corporate holder of the leading cryptocurrency. The firm bought 5,262 BTC for $561 million last week, bringing its overall hoard of the digital currency to 444,262 BTC. The latest news comes as MicroStrategy starts its first full day of trading as a member of the Nasdaq 100 equity index. In pre-market trading, the stock price was steady above $364.2. Executive chairman Michael Saylor said the latest Bitcoin acquisition was at an average price of $106,622 per bitcoin. At today’s market price, the company’s total hoard of Bitcoin is now worth about $42.2 billion, which lifts its overall average purchase price to $62,257 per bitcoin 🚨 BREAKING 🚨 MICROSTRATEGY BOUGHT 5,262 BTC WORTH $561 MILLION WHILE EVERYONE WAS PANIC SELLING. IT NOW HOLDS 444,262 BITCOIN WORTH $42.7 BILLION 🔥 pic.twitter.com/RLQuG4Khc...

Shiba Inu is undoubtedly one of the core tokens of the cryptocurrency system. The meme coin took the internet by storm after its launch in 2020. SHIB’s 2021 price rally was memorable, leaving investors spellbound for the rest of their lives. Will SHIB ever be able to spark a rally like that? Let’s find out. Also Read: Dogecoin Eyeing $1.3 in 2025? When DOGE Could Set New ATH Shiba Inu: Core Proceedings and What’s Happening Source: Watcher Guru Shiba Inu is currently sitting at $0.00002187, up 4% in the last 24 hours. The token has lately been projecting a slow momentum, noting a 20% and 19% downtick in the last week and month. Furthermore, Bitcoin’s low price momentum has added more pressure to the altcoin market, with coins like SHIB raking in slow gains. The year 2024 has been significant for SHIB in many ways. Talking about it in detail, Lucie, SHIB’s marketing lead, shared on X how 2024 impacted SHIB in many ways. Regarding Shibarium, the platform went throug...

Before the year ends, crypto buyers and whales focus on the best meme coins that could multiply investments by up to 20x. The crypto market had an eventful week, with Bitcoin making headlines by hitting a new high of $108K before dropping below $100K. Meme coins also saw big moves, including major ones like Dogecoin and Pepe. Amid this volatility, meme coins have been surging. New tokens like Pudgy Penguins and Solana-based coins like Bonk have climbed the meme coin rankings with impressive gains. At the same time, meme coin ICOs such as Wall Street Pepe and Solaxy are gaining traction. Today presents a unique opportunity in the cryptocurrency market, as red days often allow investors to buy the dip and position themselves for massive potential gains. Below is a breakdown of five meme coins that could offer 10x to 20x returns before the end of the year. Wall Street Pepe (WEPE) Wall Street Pepe is gaining a lot of hype as one of the top meme coin presales of the year, growing by n...

As Bitcoin surpasses the $100K milestone, focus is also shifting toward meme coins that stand to gain from the heightened excitement. Despite the volatility, some meme coins are primed for breakout moments, especially those with low market caps, which could experience rapid growth. A shift in market dynamics is expected as Bitcoin dominance wanes, leading to increased interest and investment in altcoins and meme coins. The surge in meme coin popularity could even precede movements in traditional altcoins, as they’ve been outperforming Bitcoin in the short term. While the risks are well-known in meme coins, the possibility of high rewards often outweighs them, which is why many are still drawn to this market. Shiba Inu (SHIB) Shiba Inu has shown a quiet but steady potential for growth. Despite its seemingly boring price movements, the token is on the verge of revisiting its previous all-time high of $19.2 billion in valuation. Currently sitting at $13.3 billion, $SHIB could se...

The CoinMarketCap (CMC) altcoin Season Index, a key indicator for crypto enthusiasts, signals an ongoing altcoin season despite dipping slightly to 45 on December 20. For a full-fledged altcoin season, 75% of the top 100 cryptocurrencies must outperform Bitcoin. Currently, the index suggests that altcoins maintain a competitive edge, reinforcing their influence in the final months of 2024. Updated daily, the altcoin season Index reflects a growing focus on altcoins among traders and investors. As expected, several altcoins are printing price rallies. Insidebitcoins has curated a list of the most viewed cryptos on GeckoTerminal to watch. Most Viewed Cryptos on GeckoTerminal to Watch Swarms has seen an extraordinary spike in value, rising over 21,124% in the past 24 hours to reach its current price of $0.0305. Similarly, Yesnoerror has experienced a dramatic increase of 11,538% during the same period, now trading at $0.009351. The token 2025 has also shown notable growth, climbing 771...

The first hybrid Bitcoin-Ethereum ETFs got SEC approval on December 19, 2024. The Securities and Exchange Commission cleared two new funds that combine both cryptocurrencies: Hashdex’s Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF and Franklin Templeton’s Crypto Index ETF. Senior Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas stated, “They’re market cap weight so 80/20 BTC/ETH approx. Notable that Hashdex & Frankie are first. Good for them.” The spot bitcoin/ether combo ETFs have been approved by SEC (as predicted). Launch likely in January. They’re mkt cap weight so 80/20 btc/eth approx. Notable that Hashdex & Frankie are first. Good for them. https://t.co/o2ri3XpqZi — Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) December 20, 2024 Also Read: Cardano Price Prediction For The End Of 2024: Can ADA Breach $1.5? How SEC-Approved Bitcoin-Ethereum ETFs Address Market Volatility & Security Risks Source: Watcher Guru Regulatory Framework and Security Measures Source: Coinglass The SEC spent six months revi...

Shiba Inu (SHIB) is the leading cryptocurrency gathering central attention today. With Bitcoin noting an ebb and flow in its price, SHIB is also showing signs of fluctuations, portraying a volatile stance. Will SHIB be able to establish a robust price spot this weekend? Let’s find out. Also Read: Microsoft: Why MSFT Is Bound for $500 All-Time High in 2025 SHIB’s Current Price Path Source: Watcher Guru Shiba Inu is currently sitting at $0.00002419, down 5% in the last 24 hours. The token also noted a decline of 17% in the last 7 days, followed by a 4% decline documented in the last month. This bearish price stance of the token was primarily triggered by Bitcoin and recent fluctuations that the king of cryptocurrencies has been going through lately. Bitcoin is also hovering around, showing active signs of volatility in its price. The token has dropped to another low of $100K after briefly claiming the $107K mark. The drop has primarily been triggered due to the recent comments made ...