Solana (SOL) had a four day growth-spurt in mid January but its price is now tumbling. Some analysts even believe Solana could stoop as low as $100 if certain factors align. Even long-time loyalists are concerned about Solana’s trajectory, many of whom are eyeing up other projects in the hopes of more lucrative returns. Among these is Panshibi (SHIBI) , a refreshing meme coin project that pulls together a community-driven ecosystem with tangible utility and APYs to offer something truly special. Currently in presale, the project is gaining traction fast, as it closes in on $200,000 raised. So why is Solana (SOL) on the decline, and what could Panshibi achieve in 2025? Solana Price Sees 11% Drop In One Week The Solana price has been the subject of fierce speculation this week in the crypto space. Having risen by almost 50% of its value between the 15th and 19th January, Solana has since taken a real tumble. Solana is now trading at $228, having fallen by 11% in the last week. While Solana has made huge steps in recent quarters to ramp up the network’s scalability, some are still critical of Solana’s ecosystem. Among their frustrations is Solana’s high rate of inflation, as well as a history including a major network outage and a security breach. Though these events are in the past, they could still be hampering Solana’s reputation and holding back its growth when it might otherwise be flourishing. In 2025, Solana is planning to continue focusing on scalability. A formal specification for implementing Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) rollups has been proposed, aiming to improve scalability and transaction throughput. This development is expected to improve Solana’s capacity to handle increased demand and support more complex applications. Panshibi Pairs Utility With Meme Coin Culture Among the top contenders of 2025, Panshibi (SHIBI) has emerged as one of the most compelling meme coins on the market. Inspired by the panda, a symbol of cultural significance in Asia, Panshibi aims to create a community-driven ecosystem that blends meme culture with tangible utility. Among its offerings is a high APY staking model for holders of the native token, $SHIBI. This offers annual percentage yields of up to 1,200%; a mechanism that enables investors to grow their holdings over time while also encouraging the long term growth of the ecosystem. Another key draw is Panshibi’s highly engaging social-fi ecosystem, allowing token holders to earn rewards and embark on AI-driven quests and challenges. This interactive approach takes community engagement to a whole new level while providing holders with additional incentives beyond traditional investment returns. Those who get in early on Panshibi are at an advantage. The presale structure is designed to reward early participants, with 15 stages that gradually increase the token price. In addition, early investors gain access to the Bamboo Private VIP Members Club, which offers a range of benefits such as priority entry into future projects, as well as some amazing giveaways. Investors Race To Secure Their SHIBI Tokens Investors are flocking to the Panshibi (SHIBI) presale , which has amassed over $250,000 in investment in its first few days live. Tokens are currently priced at $0.003 and will be jumping up to $0.004 as the second phase is close to sell out. The project’s skilful pairing of utility with a culturally-inspired design, has prompted analysts to project a 1,200% price rise during the presale phase alone. For investors who want to be a part of the next big meme coin craze, Panshibi presents an exciting opportunity. You can participate in the Panshibi presale here: Telegram: https://t.me/panshibi Twitter: https://x.com/panshibi Website: https://panshibi.com
Cryptopolitan 2025-01-30 17:49
Official Trump (TRUMP), a meme coin launched on Solana, is revolutionizing payment options for merchandise featuring the former President. New payment avenues in niche markets often highlight the blending of
CoinOtag 2025-01-30 17:47
Ethereum’s native token Ethereum (ETH) is experiencing its worst bull cycle performance compared to Bitcoin (BTC) since the blockchain’s inception in 2015, according to analyst Van Straten, highlighting a pattern of diminishing returns. Ethereum’s Poor Performance Against Bitcoin Signals Declining Returns, Analysts Say A historical comparison of the ETH/BTC ratio over past cycles reveals that ETH has been a consistent underperformer. The last cycle, which started when Bitcoin bottomed at $15,500 after the FTX collapse in November 2022, continues this trend. The rate fell below 0.0300 on Wednesday to 0.02993, marking a four-year low. ETH/BTC was last at these levels in January 2019. So far this month, the rate has fallen 15%, adding to a 44% drop last year. Meanwhile, Bitcoin briefly fell to $98,000 before topping $105,000 following the launch of China’s artificial intelligence program DeepSeek. Ethereum, currently priced at $3,202, needs to climb to $3,360 to reverse the impact of the AI-induced decline. Despite ETH's underperformance, some analysts believe that this trend reflects Bitcoin's strength rather than Ethereum's weakness. “My general view is that the underperformance of the Ether-Bitcoin ratio is due to Bitcoin strength rather than Ethereum weakness,” said Andre Dragosch, head of research on Bitwise’s European desk. Dragosch also noted Ethereum’s competitive struggle, stating that smart contract platforms like Solana (SOL) offer greater scalability, while Ethereum does not directly compete with Bitcoin as a store of value asset. With Ethereum’s yields declining against Bitcoin, investors are watching closely to see if ETH can regain momentum or if this trend signals a longer-term shift in market dynamics. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Ethereum Is Having Its Worst Bull Cycle Compared to Bitcoin, According to Analysts! Here's Why
BitcoinSistemi 2025-01-30 17:47
TL:DR; The third-largest cryptocurrency has been trading within this high range for the first time in its history, which some analysts believe is an indicator of a future price rally. As usual, many industry commentators continue to be bullish on the asset, outlining predictions of up to $14. XRP to Break Out Soon? XRP went on a roll after the US elections as its price skyrocketed from under $0.6 in early November to just shy of its 2018 all-time high (according to CoinGecko) of $3.4 in mid-January. It surpassed numerous alternative coins in the process, becoming the third-largest digital asset with a market cap of $180 billion at press time as its price has retraced slightly to $3.13. What’s particularly compelling about its price movements is the fact that it has remained predominantly above $2 ever since it broke above that level on December 1. Popular XRP commentator JackTheRippler outlined this milestone, indicating that the asset has “never been so long in the $2-$3 range in its entire history.” As such, they predicted an upcoming major breakout should this consolidation end soon. The price of #XRP has never been so long in the $2-$3 range in its entire history! XRP is currently preparing for a major breakout. pic.twitter.com/e5NAOPJl25 — JackTheRippler ©️ (@RippleXrpie) January 30, 2025 Fellow analyst Altcoin Sherpa also weighed in on the recent price actions, saying that “dino coin price action” such as XRP and LTC is a “sight to behold.” On the other hand, Alexander Lorenzo told his 30K X followers that he is “about to go all in on XRP.” $4.5 or $14? The XRP Army has long been known for highly bullish comments and beliefs even when the asset’s price seemed stuck for years below $1 after the 2017/2018 bull market, especially following the SEC’s lawsuit against the company behind the cross-border token. STEPH IS CRYPTO, a digital asset commentator with over 40,000 followers, provided two such optimistic price predictions for XRP. His short-term target would require the asset to break its 2018 ATH of $3.4 and jump to $4.5. The mid-term goal is even more spectacular – $14 per XRP. Should such a massive target be reached, XRP’s market cap will skyrocket to $810 billion, which would be twice as big as ETH’s now. Multiple ACTIVE price targets for #XRP in the short and mid term Short term target: $4,50 Mid term target: $14 pic.twitter.com/LZovfwHQQl — STEPH IS CRYPTO (@Steph_iscrypto) January 30, 2025 The post Is Ripple (XRP) Poised for a Massive Breakout Rally? Analysts Weigh In appeared first on CryptoPotato .
Crypto Potato 2025-01-30 17:46
COINOTAG News, January 30th – In a significant development for the cryptocurrency market, the CME Group, recognized as the largest operator of financial derivatives exchanges globally, has announced its intent
CoinOtag 2025-01-30 17:46
Plans for 2025 include enabling Bitcoin users to interact with DeFi on Cardano
U.Today 2025-01-30 17:46
European Central Bank (ECB) President Christine Lagarde has reaffirmed that Bitcoin will not be included in the official reserves of the European Union. She stated that the digital asset does not meet the necessary criteria for liquidity, security, and safety, making it unsuitable for central bank holdings. Lagarde Confident Bitcoin Will Not Enter ECB Reserves Speaking at a press conference, ECB President Christine Lagarde made it clear that Bitcoin will not become part of the reserves of any eurozone central bank. She emphasized that reserves must be liquid and free from concerns related to illicit activities. “There is a view around the table of the Governing Council and most likely the General Council as well that reserves have to be liquid, that reserves have to be secure, that they have to be safe, that they should not be plagued by the suspicion of money laundering or other criminal activities. And as a result, I’m confident that Bitcoin will not enter the reserves of any of the central banks of the General Council,” Lagarde stated. Her comments followed remarks by Czech National Bank (CNB) Governor Aleš Michl, who suggested that his institution would assess the possibility of holding a portion of its reserves in Bitcoin. This Is A Developing Story, Please Check Back For More The post Just In: ECB President Lagarde Rules Out Bitcoin in EU Reserves, Here’s Why appeared first on CoinGape .
CoinGape 2025-01-30 17:45
Andre Cronje, the founder of Sonic, wrote that pressure from the United States Securities and Exchange Commission led to his abrupt departure from the cryptocurrency industry in 2022. In a new blog post , Cronje detailed a years-long struggle with the regulator that ultimately forced him to step away from public engagement with decentralized finance . Cronje, best known for launching Yearn Finance in 2020, said he deliberately avoided raising funds or selling tokens to steer clear of regulatory scrutiny. However, in 2021, he received his first inquiry from the Securities and Exchange Commission requesting details about Yearn Finance’s investors and profit distribution. Despite not being a United States citizen and never conducting business in the country, he complied with the request, gathering extensive information over several weeks. The SEC continued its investigation, sending additional letters that Cronje described as increasingly aggressive. Over time, the focus shifted from an alleged securities violation to questioning whether Yearn Finance’s vaults qualified as investment vehicles. These inquiries, he said, consumed his time and resources, forcing him to halt development work. “After two years of needing to deal with this every month, and endless sleepless nights and stress,” Cronje wrote that he chose to step away. He emphasized that his departure was not due to dissatisfaction with DeFi but rather the toll of constant regulatory scrutiny. You might also like: Chainlink introduces new data product for DeFi Behind the scenes Despite stepping back from the public eye, Cronje continued working on blockchain projects behind the scenes. He now says he is close to launching new DeFi initiatives. He also noted that recent shifts in the SEC’s leadership made him feel comfortable sharing his experience, as previous investigators warned him against speaking out. “Given the new direction of the SEC, I finally figured I can actually write about this, as previously I was strongly advised by those same investigators to not mention the investigation or it could escalate things,” Cronje wrote. You might also like: Analyst predicts Solana ETF approval by March as Elluminex mirrors SOL’s rally
crypto.news 2025-01-30 17:43
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank (ECB), reaffirmed that Bitcoin is not suitable for central bank reserves due to liquidity and regulatory concerns. Her remarks came during a
CoinOtag 2025-01-30 17:43
TRUMP, a meme coin launched earlier this month on Solana, is available as a payment option at several of President Trump's online merchandise stores.
Decrypt 2025-01-30 17:43
Bitcoin is up about 3% following the speech by Fed's chair Jerome Powell who said "banks are perfectly able to serve crypto customers."
TrustNodes 2025-01-30 17:42
The market is set to witness the launch of the revolutionary 1Fuel (OFT) , the new crypto solution that aims to simplify transactions, reduce trading fees, and provide better security. The ongoing 1Fuel presale has raised over $1.6 million in just days, and analysts are tipping it to surge by 500% before its public launch. This has attracted top Elon’s DOGE holders who are moving away from Dogecoin and flocking to 1Fuel. Elon’s DOGE struggles despite the Trump effect myth Dogecoin ( DOGE) is among the crypto assets currently performing below expectations. Key market stakeholders believed Dogecoin (DOGE) would pump due to Trump's pro-crypto stance and Elon's association with the government. However, Dogecoin (DOGE) has continued to battle downward pressure even after the Trump administration kick-started. Elon's influence on Dogecoin seems to be waning, and community support is no longer enough to spur a positive DOGE price movement. The meme coin's developers now have todig deeper for innovation in the Dogecoin ecosystem to sway the sentiment around DOGE in the bullish direction. In other news, Dogecoin (DOGE) has dropped by 15% in the last seven days and trades slightly above its $0.30 critical support level. However, Dogecoin (DOGE) needs stronger buy action to surge beyond the resistance around $0.35 and attempt the $0.40 price zone. Analysts say this could happen in the coming month, as the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF application could improve DOGE interest amongst investors again. 1Fuel's innovative features attract top market players The budding 1Fuel is billed for high adoption from crypto traders and investors alike. Analysts highlight that 1Fuel will not only provide a better trading experience to users, but it will also yield good returns for token holders. The crypto solution aims to address major concerns in DeFi, increasing its adoption potential. 1Fuel’s one-click technology that will facilitate seamless cross-chain asset swaps. This feature will eliminate the need for multiple wallets to transact across different blockchains. The platform will also have a cold storage feature for better asset management and monitoring. Furthermore, it will feature military-grade mixer technology to provide users with complete anonymity. 1Fuel has a real-world application. Users can make everyday purchases in crypto, leveraging the virtual and physical 1Fuel debit and credit cards. Beyond this, 1Fuel ecosystem participants can explore numerous passive income opportunities through liquidity provision or staking to earn up to 30% APR. The incredible features and utilities 1Fuel boasts make it a potential top token. This is why analysts see it as one of the best buys in 2025. 1Fuel is currently valued at $0.017 in presale, a low entry price that will yield high-margin profit in the long run. Early investors have copped 70% gains with more to come as prices soar. The constantly increasing presale price is a signal to act fast to enjoy maximum profit from 1Fuel . 1Fuel has raised over $1.6 million in ICO funding and sold over 164 million OFT tokens. With projections that OFT will surge by a further 500% before the presale concludes, now is the best time to join before prices explode. Join the presale now and be a part of the revolutionary project billed to transform DeFi. To Find Out More About The 1Fuel Presale, Use The Links Below: Website: https://1fuel.io/ Telegram: https://t.me/Portal_1Fuel Twitter / X - https://x.com/1Fuel_
Crypto Daily 2025-01-30 17:42
Sonic founder claims SEC bullying forced him to leave crypto
