SEC Drives Bitwise Crypto ETF Forward With XRP and Solana Standing Firm

Bitwise's new XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) is scheduled to launch on Thursday under the ticker 'XRP'. This marks a significant expansion of Bitwise's cryptocurrency offerings, which previously focused primarily on Bitcoin. The launch is anticipated to attract institutional investors and enhance market participation in the cryptocurrency sector.

XRP has experienced a significant decline, falling below the critical support level of $2.15. The drop is attributed to broader weakness in the cryptocurrency market and Bitcoin's recent 'Death Cross' pattern, which typically signals a bearish trend. This downturn occurs despite the absence of major catalysts influencing XRP's price directly.

On-chain data indicates that XRP retail investors have seen a 60% increase in profitability despite recent market downturns. This figure is compared to Bitcoin and Ethereum, highlighting XRP's resilience in the current cryptocurrency landscape. The analysis by Glassnode sheds light on the profitability of retail investors in the top assets.

Bitcoin fell below the $92,000 mark, trading at $91,500 after a 5% drop, marking a 17% decline over the past month. Market sentiment has shifted to fear as investors reassess risks following significant price fluctuations. Cameron Winklevoss suggested that prices under $90,000 may not last long, framing the current dip as a buying opportunity rather than a setback.

Solana (SOL) has initiated a recovery wave, trading above the $132 zone and consolidating near $145. The price has surpassed key resistance levels, including $135 and $140, and is now above the 100-hourly simple moving average. If SOL can clear the $145 and $150 resistance levels, further upward movement is anticipated.

XRP's price action is currently following a corrective structure, indicating a potential drop toward the key support level of $2.03. As momentum cools and Wave 2 behavior unfolds, analysts suggest that the market may be preparing for one final dip before a shift to an uptrend. A decisive breakout above the $2.41 resistance level could invalidate this downward trajectory.

XRP's price is at risk of a 25% decline to $1.55 due to a significant drop in ledger activity over the past four months. This downturn has raised concerns among analysts regarding the cryptocurrency's future performance.

Solana declined 5.4% on Tuesday, reaching $133 as the cryptocurrency extended its multi-day retreat to a 13.4% weekly loss, according to market data. This decline reflects broader trends in the cryptocurrency market, where several altcoins have also faced significant losses amid a general sell-off.