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Tim Hakki
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A broad technology-sector selloff continues to pressure digital assets, briefly dragging Bitcoin down to $60,000 in the early hours of the morning (UTC).
Despite the downturn, sentiment around U.S. crypto regulation is likely around the corner. Lawmakers remain caught between competing interests from the banking and digital asset sectors, but the possible advancement of the CLARITY Act dropping sooner rather than later could finally provide the regulatory framework the industry has been seeking.
So, the recent downturns shouldn’t be taken as a sign of weakness, but more a flushing of over-leveraged positions and fickle investors. With the right support, another bull run could be imminent, and XRP, Solana and Bitcoin will undoubtedly lead the gains.
XRP (XRP): Ripple’s Push to Challenge SWIFT Targets a $5 Move
XRP ($XRP) remains the leader in blockchain-based payments, holding a market capitalization near $80 billion off the back of a reputation for fast, low-cost cross-border transactions.
Ripple designed the XRP Ledger (XRPL) to upgrade international payments infrastructure, offering banks and financial institutions a more efficient alternative to legacy systems like SWIFT.
High-profile institutions, including the United Nations Capital Development Fund and the White House, have previously cited XRP’s efficiency, adding to its standing in global financial discussions.
Following a landmark court ruling last year that ended a five-year legal dispute with the former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, XRP rallied to a new record high of $3.65 in mid-2025. Since then, prolonged geopolitical tensions and repeated tech selloffs have pushed the token down roughly 64%, with XRP now trading near $1.31.
A major catalyst arrived recently with U.S. approval of spot XRP exchange-traded funds (ETFs), opening the door for regulated participation from both institutions and retail investors.
As more ETF products enter the market and regulatory clarity strengthens, XRP could benefit from renewed momentum, potentially hitting $5 by close of Q2.
Solana (SOL): Is Ethereum’s Top Challenger About to Rally to New Highs?
Solana ($SOL) is the largest smart contract network outside of Ethereum, widely recognized for its high throughput and low transaction costs. The blockchain secures $6.24 billion in total value locked, while SOL’s market capitalization sits above $55 billion.
Trading around $80, SOL remains well below its 30-day moving average. Its relative strength index (RSI) is hovering near 23, signaling deeply oversold conditions and suggesting the asset may be significantly undervalued (and thus, discounted) at current levels.
Technical indicators show a bullish flag pattern forming toward the end of 2025, pointing to the possibility of a sharp upside move.
If SOL can decisively break resistance around $200 and $275, it could retest and surpass its previous all-time high of $293.31, climbing beyond $300 before the end of the second quarter.
Beyond technicals, Solana is gaining traction as a preferred blockchain for real-world asset tokenization. Major asset managers, including BlackRock and Franklin Templeton, are using the network to issue tokenized investment products.
Bitcoin (BTC): Can the Market Leader Recover by Summer?
Bitcoin ($BTC), the largest cryptocurrency by market value, continues to dominate headlines after reaching a new all-time high of $126,080 on October 6.
If U.S. regulators advance the CLARITY Act, or if the Trump administration follows through on plans to create a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, Bitcoin could realistically approach $250,000 at some point this year.
Even without major policy catalysts, Bitcoin has already recorded multiple new highs in 2026 and may challenge reclaim ATH ($126,080) before the current quarter concludes.
Often referred to as “digital gold,” Bitcoin continues to attract both institutional and retail investors who view it as a hedge against inflation and a long-term store of value.
Today, Bitcoin represents more than $1.3 trillion of the global crypto market’s approximate $2.3 trillion valuation, reinforcing its status as the foundation of crypto.
Bitcoin Hyper (HYPER): A Meme-Driven Bitcoin Layer-2 With Big Goals
Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is a Bitcoin Layer-2 initiative that boosts transaction speeds, reduces fees, and enables advanced smart contract capabilities on the Bitcoin network.
Its key features include Solana Virtual Machine compatibility, decentralized governance, and a Canonical Bridge designed to facilitate seamless Bitcoin transfers across multiple blockchains.
The project’s ongoing token presale has already secured $31.3 million in funding. Some market commentators and crypto influencers speculate that HYPER could deliver returns ranging from 10x to 100x once it becomes publicly tradable. A recent Coinsult audit found no critical issues within the project’s smart contracts.
Within the ecosystem, the HYPER token handles transaction fees, governance participation, and staking rewards.
Presale participants can currently stake tokens for yields of up to 37% APY, although returns are decline as more tokens enter the staking pool.
With centralized and decentralized exchange listings expected later this year, Bitcoin Hyper’s presale provides early access to a project aiming to meaningfully expand Bitcoin’s functionality.
Visit the official website or follow Bitcoin Hyper on X and Telegram for more information.
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