The post XRP Price Target Cut Sharply From $8 to $2.80 by Standard Chartered appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A sharp shift in outlook from one of the world’s largest global banks has created doubts for the near-term trajectory of XRP. Analysts at Standard Chartered have reduced their 2026 year-end price target for XRP to $2.80, cutting the previous $8 forecast by roughly 65% after the recent crypto market downturn and persistent institutional outflows. …

The post Bittensor (TAO) Price Surges—How Long Will the $200 Mark Remain Out of Reach? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bittensor (TAO) price is attempting a recovery after a sharp pullback, but the rally is running into a familiar obstacle near the $200 zone. Despite a strong bounce from recent lows and a noticeable pickup in volume, price action remains capped below a key horizontal resistance area that previously acted as breakdown support. Is this …

The post Why Are Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP Prices Going Down Today? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The cryptocurrency market is facing another day of losses, with major assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP moving lower as overall market confidence weakens. The total crypto market value has dropped to around $2.32 trillion, showing continued pressure across digital assets. Institutional Selling Continues One of the main reasons behind the decline is continued …

The post After Holding $65K Support, Can Bitcoin (BTC) Price Break Above $72,600? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Bitcoin price is once again trading at a critical juncture as derivatives data begins flashing early signs of pressure building beneath the surface. While price action remains relatively stable within a tight consolidation range, liquidation metrics tell a more dynamic story. Rising short liquidations across exchanges suggest that bearish traders are getting squeezed as BTC …

The post Hedera vs Cardano: Which Crypto Could Win the 2026 Market Cycle? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News After several years of volatility, two long-standing blockchain networks, Hedera (HBAR) and Cardano (ADA), are once again being evaluated as the crypto market looks toward the next growth cycle. Both projects remain more than 80% below their all-time highs, reflecting the broad decline across altcoins since the 2021 peak, yet each is pursuing a different …

The post Why a Higher XRP Price Like $1000 Could Actually Make Payments Cheaper appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News A growing discussion in the crypto market is challenging a common assumption that higher token prices make transactions more expensive. Some analysts and investors now argue that, for settlement-focused digital assets like XRP, a higher unit price could actually improve payment efficiency and reduce costs, particularly for large institutional transfers. XRP Built for Settlement, Not …

The post Ethereum Price Compresses in Bearish Pennant, Will $1,136 Become ETH’s Target? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News The Ethereum price is hovering near $2,050 while compressing inside a bearish pennant on the 3-day chart. After retreating from levels above $3,000 in previous months, ETH/USD is now consolidating within converging trendlines and the pattern suggests potential continuation to the downside, with a projected breakdown target near $1,136. That’s the technical setup. But the …

The post Avalanche (AVAX) Down Over 90% From Highs—Is the $9.35 Bottom the Start of a New Rally? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Avalanche (AVAX) continues to struggle as bullish momentum fades following repeated rejections near key resistance levels formed after the 2024 highs. The altcoin has failed to reclaim critical supply zones, keeping the broader market structure tilted in favor of the bears. AVAX price has already declined nearly 80% in 2025 and is down over 38% …

The post Jake Claver Responds to Failed $100 XRP Prediction, ‘I’m Just a Crazy Guy Online’ appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Crypto investor and wealth manager Jake Claver has responded to criticism surrounding his earlier XRP price forecasts, explaining that while some timeline-based predictions did not materialize, his long-term outlook for XRP remains unchanged. In a recent interview, Claver discussed the reasoning behind his earlier projections and addressed concerns from investors who expected faster price appreciation. …

The post Bitcoin Next Bull Run Likely in 2026, CryptoQuant Reveals appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Discussions around the next Bitcoin bull run have once again begun to rise. Since October 2025, Bitcoin has fallen sharply from its $126,000 all-time high, dropping nearly 55% and slipping below $70,000, entering completely into bearish territory. CryptoQuant verified author Joao Wedson recently shared data suggesting that Bitcoin next bull run may only begin when… …