How low can the Bitcoin price go?

This piece breaks down how crypto newcomers and seasoned investors alike can put their money into index funds and ETFs (exchange-traded funds) focused on digital assets. Instead of constantly buying and selling individual cryptocurrencies, these bundled options spread your risk across multiple coins while still letting you ride the crypto wave—all with less hands-on effort.

US Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized the Federal Reserve's recent crypto decision as "just lip service," arguing it doesn't represent real progress. Meanwhile, SEC Chair Paul Atkins spoke at an agency roundtable, and Circle executive Dante Disparte denied rumors about the company seeking a US federal bank charter. The crypto industry's optimism over softened Fed guidance may be premature, according to Lummis.

A crypto analyst known as Dr Cat is making waves with a bold prediction: XRP could skyrocket to $30 by 2026—but only if Bitcoin hits a staggering $270,000 first. The forecast hinges on a specific XRP/BTC ratio (2,041 satoshis) and a detailed, multi-tiered price roadmap. The analyst doesn’t mince words, calling out critics he accuses of trolling, before laying out a meticulous case for XRP’s potential surge.

Editor’s Note: Crypto markets thrive on big predictions, and this one’s a doozy. While $30 XRP might sound like hopium to skeptics, the analysis ties its fate to Bitcoin’s growth—a reminder of how interconnected crypto valuations are. For XRP holders, it’s a mix of excitement and "wait-and-see," but the detailed breakdown at least offers something meatier than vague moon-shot hype. Whether you buy it or not, it’s fuel for the ongoing debate about altcoin potential in Bitcoin’s shadow.

Crypto traders are eyeing XRP nervously as technical charts suggest a potential sharp drop—possibly as much as 41%—if a bearish "descending triangle" pattern holds. That could send the price tumbling toward $1.18, a level that would wipe out recent gains. It’s not a done deal, but the setup has investors bracing for volatility.

Editor’s Note: XRP’s price swings often ripple through the crypto market, especially given its legal battles and loyal following. If this pattern plays out, it could spook traders already jittery about regulatory uncertainty. For anyone holding XRP, it’s worth keeping an eye on those support levels—things might get bumpy.

Despite global tensions flaring up—especially around Israel’s recent military actions—investors are pouring money into crypto like there’s no tomorrow. Bitcoin and Ethereum funds just raked in another $1.24 billion last week, marking ten straight weeks of inflows and smashing yearly records with $15.1 billion so far. Clearly, geopolitical uncertainty isn’t scaring off the big players.

Editor’s Note: Normally, investors flee to "safe" assets like gold when the world feels unstable, but crypto’s latest surge suggests it’s becoming a hedge in its own right—or at least that institutional money sees long-term value here, chaos or not. Either way, it’s a bold bet on digital assets weathering the storm.