Bitcoin fell below $113,000 as investors brace for Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech that could set the US Fed’s path on interest rate cuts.
On August 20, COINOTAG reported that former President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social demanding the immediate resignation of Federal Reserve Board Member Jerome Powell, stating “Federal Reserve Board Member
Price action has been spooky already heading into the infamous 'Ghost Month' kicking off this Saturday - will it get worse?
The crypto market is experiencing extreme volatility, with Bitcoin ( BTC ) being down 6% on the weekly chart and whales dumping around $3.45 billion worth of the cryptocurrency over the same period. While these so-called bear traps are typically indicative of long-term bull cycles, it is still far from clear where the digital hedge is going to be heading in the following weeks, especially with weakening retail sentiment. BTC price prediction To set a BTC price target for September 1, Finbold’s AI prediction agent used multiple LLMs to generate an average forecast for improved accuracy while incorporating momentum-based indicators into its context. Based on the AI’s predictions, the average BTC price on September 1 will be $111,867, implying a 1.18% downside from the current price of $113,157. BTC price prediction. Source: Finbold Among the three LLMs used in the prediction, only Grok 3 had an optimistic outlook. xAI’s assistant predicted Bitcoin would trade at $115,000 by the end of the month, which suggests a potential upside of 1.63%. Gemini 2.5 and GPT-4o, on the other hand, were bearish. Google’s model forecasted a price of $111,100, seeing a potential downside of 1.82%, while its OpenAI counterpart went even lower, with a price of $109,500 and a downside potential of 3.23%. BTC price prediction according to LLMs. Source: Finbold On the technical front, Bitcoin is showing continued weakness below its 50-day simple moving average of $116,007. The moving average convergence divergence ( MACD ) line also sits at -117.35, well below the signal line at 557.6, while the histogram reads -675, signaling accelerating downside momentum. BTC technical analysis. Source: Finbold Meanwhile, the Relative Strength Index ( RSI ) is at 41, indicating the cryptocurrency is weak but not yet in oversold territory. The Stochastic oscillator, however, does point to oversold conditions with the slow_k and slow_d lines at 5.02 and 12.38, respectively. Moreover, the 50-Day Simple Moving Average ( MA ) at $116,007 remains a key resistance level. Failure to reclaim this level could extend the downward trend toward support zones near $112,000 to $110,000. Featured image via Shutterstock The post Machine learning algorithm predicts Bitcoin price on September 1, 2025 appeared first on Finbold .
As one of the few cryptocurrencies beating out wider market headwinds, bullishness is building for the AAVE price outlook . Its recent decline has found a potential bottom at $275, rebounding over 5% over the past 12 hours to reclaim $290 as most other altcoins face profit-taking and a shakeout of weak hands. This strength comes just days before the U.S. Federal Reserve’s annual economic symposium, a key event that will set the tone for potential September interest rate cuts. This week will be decisive for rate cuts. This week will be decisive for crypto. pic.twitter.com/LINyXkAx5F — CryptoGoos (@crypto_goos) August 20, 2025 Traders are de-risking in anticipation of hawkish comments, though analysts still expect up to four cuts before year-end, with the potential to stimulate new demand for risk assets like crypto. What’s Happening With Aave? Aave is carrying its weight on fundamentals alone, with on-chain metrics noting record adoption. DefiLlama data shows that total value locked (TVL) on Aave has surged over 50% in the past three months to a peak of 40 billion, a sign of increasing user stickiness and protocol engagement. Aave Total Value Locked (TVL) hits a new all-time high. Source: DefiLlama. This pace of growth strengthens XLM’s position as a credible DeFi play as the bull market matures, solidifying Aave as the go-to lending protocol. Since mid-July, the majority of all revenue on lending protocols has been on Aave v3. pic.twitter.com/j1JigMOkfU — DefiLlama.com (@DefiLlama) August 19, 2025 AAVE Price Analysis: Can the Bull Run Go on? The market warming effect of bullish fundamentals could give Aave the momentum it needs to break free from a bull flag pattern, extending its early August rally. AAVE / USDT 4-hour chart, bull flag pattern. Source: TradingView, Binance. The key breakout threshold sits at $290, a resistance level that has yet to flip into solid support. That said, momentum signals suggest that bulls are regaining control. The RSI has bounced from the low 30s into the mid-40s, indicating rising buy pressure. The MACD line has also formed a golden cross, surpassing the signal line, a move which often marks the start of a short-term uptrend on the 4-hour chart. A successful breakout opens the door for a retest of past strong resistance around $310 and the 2025 high around $340. If both these levels can be recovered, the full flag pattern breakout sets a potential $380 AAVE price target, representing a 32% gain from current prices. That outlook, however, hinges heavily on macro signals. A dovish tone from the Fed at the August 22 symposium would likely set the stage for risk-on appetite in anticipation of rate cuts. A hawkish outcome could instead see AAVE retrace to retest support at $275, opening the door for deeper downside. Traders Are Also Betting on the Bitcoin Ecosystem this Bull Run – Here’s Why Those who have opted for alternative Layer 1s over the leading crypto may be forced to reconsider, as the Bitcoin ecosystem finally addresses its biggest limitation: ecosystem growth. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is bridging the reliability of Bitcoin with Solana’s lightning-fast tech, creating a Layer-2 network that’s both secure and incredibly efficient. Slow transactions, high fees, and limited programmability have held Bitcoin back from competing with Ethereum and Solana—until now. And just in time. With some analysts predicting BTC could hit $250,000 this cycle as ETFs and corporate treasuries drive fresh traditional finance demand, $HYPER is well-positioned to ride the wave. Investors are already rallying behind the project with over $10.8 million raised in its ongoing presale, potentially credited to its high 103% APY on staking that rewards early investors. You can keep up with Bitcoin Hyper on X and Telegram , or join the presale on the Bitcoin Hyper website . Click Here to Participate in the Presale The post What is Happening with Aave? AAVE Price Defies Market Trends, Spikes Above $290 appeared first on Cryptonews .
An ETF expert has predicted an imminent surge in spot crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) approvals over the next two months. This comes as the regulatory landscape for these investment products solidifies. Crypto ETF Floodgates In an August 20 post on X, Nate Geraci, president of NovaDius Wealth Management, stated that investors should expect the “spot crypto ETF floodgates” to open in the next two months. He specifically mentioned that products related to Ripple’s XRP, Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) could be among them, and added that the decision on the approval of spot Ethereum ETF staking could be made “any day now.” Geraci pointed to several factors driving the optimism, including the nearing completion of a full regulatory framework for spot crypto ETFs. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently introduced a standardized rule system for these products that allows exchanges to list them without submitting a 19b-4 filing, reducing approval timelines from up to 240 days to approximately 75 days. It also includes clear rules for custody, staking, and fraud prevention. He also pointed to the CLARITY Act, now in the Senate, which aims to clear up confusion about who has authority to regulate digital assets and whether they should be classified as commodities or securities. The analyst concluded by emphasizing that what’s to come in the rest of 2025 is “wild.” Meanwhile, Bloomberg ETF analysts James Seyffart and Eric Balchunas previously raised their approval odds for these altcoin investment products to 95% for this year. Currently, Bitwise and Canary Capital are in the race for a spot XRP ETF. Additionally, Canary Capital and Grayscale have submitted filings for LTC, with the SEC acknowledging the former’s 19b-4 application earlier in the year. On its part, SOL has attracted filings from VanEck, Fidelity, and Grayscale, while REX Shares launched the REX-Osprey Solana + Staking ETF (SSK) in July. SEC Move Signals Breakthrough Elsewhere, in a recent appearance on the Thinking Crypto podcast, Geraci also highlighted the importance of the SEC’s decision to approve in-kind creation and redemption for spot Bitcoin ETFs. He described the move as a major step forward for operational efficiency, allowing issuers to transfer crypto assets directly in and out of funds without converting them to cash. The expert said that this change could make it easier for firms like BlackRock to manage flows and reduce friction in the trading process. He also pointed to growing interest in altcoin-based ETFs, naming XRP and SOL as likely candidates for future filings by the asset manager. Overall, he noted that the United States is “nearing the finish line” on crypto ETF expansion, citing growing legislative momentum and investor demand. The post XRP, SOL, and LTC ETFs Could Be Coming Soon, Says Analyst appeared first on CryptoPotato .
Ethereum’s price has crashed to $4,063 amid massive liquidations that witnessed ETF giants BlackRock, Fidelity, and Grayscale offload more than $422 million worth of Ethereum within 24 hours. The dramatic sell-off has left ETH bulls in a state of confusion, with many questioning whether this signals the conclusion of Ethereum’s impressive 200% rally that captivated investors in recent months. $ETH ETF outflow of $422,200,000. They'll buy back at higher prices when Ethereum starts to pump again. pic.twitter.com/bEsBlpu9Mx — Ted (@TedPillows) August 20, 2025 Data from SoSoValue reveals that the August 19 outflows represent the third straight trading session of negative performance for these ETFs, marking their second-largest single-day exodus since their market debut. Ethereum Price Crash Sees Traders Get Rekt Harder Than Bitcoin Fidelity spearheaded the withdrawals with $156.32 million in outflows, while Grayscale contributed $122.05 million and an additional $88.53 million through its dual fund offerings. Source: SosoValue Bitwise recorded $39.8 million in redemptions, as smaller players, including VanEck and Franklin Templeton, registered more modest outflows between $3.03 million and $6.29 million. Over this three-day downturn, these funds have collectively shed approximately $678 million . These massive outflows have reversed a month-long pattern of positive inflows and Ethereum accumulation by these major firms, occurring alongside broader market weakness that has undermined ETH’s momentum. Following Ethereum’s recent local peak near $4,800, the cryptocurrency experienced a sharp rejection before testing support at $4,063. However, it has since recovered to approximately $4,223 as of publication. Nevertheless, underlying weakness persists as centralized exchanges like Binance continue aggressive ETH selling to force liquidations among leveraged long positions. The selling pressure has resulted in Ethereum recording the highest liquidation volume over the past 24 hours, with losses exceeding $172.9 million, $70 million more than Bitcoin’s liquidations during the same timeframe. Source: Coinglass This cascading effect has intensified retail panic, with long position holders suffering approximately $127 million in losses during yesterday’s trading session alone. Data from Lookonchain identified a prominent trader who maintained a long ETH position but was liquidated during the market crash, resulting in a devastating $6.22 million loss. The trader had remarkably grown an initial $125,000 investment during April’s market lows to a peak value of $43 million, only to surrender four months of gains within just two trading days. The liquidation event triggered additional whale selling, as Arkham Intelligence data shows three major holders collectively disposed of $148 million worth of Ethereum yesterday, intensifying the market-wide sell-off. Whales are panic-selling $ETH as the market plummets! 0x1D8d deposited 17,972 $ETH ($77.4M) to #Coinbase an hour ago. 0x5A8E deposited 13,521 $ETH ($57.72M) to #Binance in the past 12 minutes. 0x3684 deposited 3,003 $ETH ($12.89M) to #Binance 20 minutes ago.… pic.twitter.com/oxKPQsl9Nv — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) August 19, 2025 Tom Lee’s Bitimine $220M Ethereum Purchase Signals Rally Continues However, corporate Ethereum treasuries like Tom Lee’s Bitmine have emerged as contrarian buyers, stepping in to purchase the dip. During yesterday’s selling frenzy, Bitmine acquired 52,475 ETH (valued at $220 million), expanding their total Ethereum reserves to 1,575,848 ETH (worth approximately $6.6 billion). This strategic accumulation follows recent insights from Bitmine Chairman and Fundstrat Capital CIO Tom Lee, who predicted Ethereum would decline to $4,075 and present an attractive buying opportunity before resuming its rally toward levels above $5,000. Michaël van de Poppe, macro economist and CIO of MN Fund, also shared Lee’s optimistic outlook, suggesting that the $4,000-$4,200 range represents an ideal accumulation zone for ETH before a potential 10% bounce leading to price discovery toward new all-time highs. This is the ideal area for dip buying on $ETH . I wouldn't be surprised if we're getting a 10% bounce from here. Volatility to go down on Ethereum and accumulation to start. Always buy the dip. pic.twitter.com/v1GKcmqEC4 — Michaël van de Poppe (@CryptoMichNL) August 20, 2025 Ethereum Technical Breakdown: Will $4,150 Support Hold or Crack Under Pressure? From a technical perspective, the ETHUSD daily chart shows that the price recently dipped to fill a CME gap in the 4,150–4,200 zone, where it found strong support and bounced. The structure suggests that this area is now acting as a key demand zone, reinforced by the rejection wicks and renewed buying pressure. The 9-day SMA at 4,428 is overhead resistance, and a daily close above it would confirm momentum shifting back toward the bulls. RSI has recovered from near-neutral levels and is climbing again, showing improving strength without being overbought. If price holds above 4,150, the next logical move is toward the 4,430–4,540 resistance band, and a breakout above that level would likely resume the larger rally with potential to extend toward 4,600 and beyond. Conversely, a loss of 4,150 would weaken this bullish setup and expose downside risk toward 4,000. Overall, the bias remains upward as long as the bounce holds. The post Ethereum Crashes to $4,063 as BlackRock, Fidelity, Dump $422M Worth of ETH – Rally Over? appeared first on Cryptonews .
China is preparing to lift its long-standing crypto ban by legalizing yuan-pegged stablecoins before the end of August, according to Reuters . This would be the first time the country allows any form of stablecoin tied to its national currency. The decision is expected to be reviewed by the State Council, the highest administrative body in China, which will also decide how this stablecoin rollout fits into its larger strategy to push the yuan into wider global use. The proposal includes a detailed plan assigning roles to domestic regulators and setting benchmarks for the international use of the yuan. It also contains instructions for managing potential risks, including capital flow monitoring and cross-border compliance. The government is set to hold a high-level meeting this month focused on expanding the yuan’s global presence, and the agenda will include stablecoins. Senior officials are expected to speak publicly for the first time on how these digital assets can be used in business without undermining state control. Beijing sets stablecoin rules amid growing U.S. dollar pressure If approved, the legalization of yuan-backed stablecoins would break a 12-year ban on crypto operations in China, including the 2021 crackdown that outlawed mining and trading. The change in direction comes as the government faces mounting pressure from the rise of U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins in international payments, especially by Chinese exporters. The country wants to push the yuan into more cross-border transactions without opening its capital account. Despite being the world’s second-biggest economy, China has struggled to turn its currency into a real global rival to the dollar. In June, the yuan made up just 2.88% of global payments, while the dollar held 47.19%, based on data from SWIFT. Strict capital controls and persistent trade surpluses have made it difficult to promote the yuan abroad, and those same controls may also limit the reach of yuan-backed stablecoins . Still, Beijing sees stablecoins as a tool to fight back. But with the United States building a stablecoin framework under President Donald Trump, Jinping appears determined not to fall behind. Regulators in Shanghai and Hong Kong have already begun laying the groundwork. Huang Yiping, an advisor to the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), told local media that issuing an offshore yuan stablecoin in Hong Kong is “a possibility.” The territory’s stablecoin ordinance went into effect on August 1, making it one of the few places in the world with clear rules for fiat-backed crypto issuers. Meanwhile, Shanghai is setting up an international hub for the digital yuan and held a recent meeting to explore how local governments should handle stablecoins and other crypto tools. Hong Kong and Shanghai chosen for rollout as SCO summit looms Hong Kong and Shanghai will lead the implementation of the new rules if the plan moves forward. These cities are seen as testing grounds for how China could use stablecoins in trade without losing control of capital movement. The roadmap being reviewed assigns the People’s Bank of China as the main agency for overseeing the rollout, including rule enforcement and technical support. While neither the State Council Information Office nor the PBOC responded to requests for comment, the stablecoin discussion is expected to take center stage at the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, which will be held in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1. China will likely use the summit to open talks with other countries about accepting yuan-based payments, including through stablecoins. Right now, U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoins account for more than 99% of the global stablecoin supply, based on figures from the Bank for International Settlements. That domination has raised alarm in Beijing, especially as stablecoins gain more use in daily international business. Other governments across the region are also moving fast. South Korea is working on infrastructure for won-based stablecoins, and Japan is exploring similar plans. The global market for stablecoins, currently valued at $247 billion by CoinGecko, could explode in size. Standard Chartered Bank projects that number to reach $2 trillion by 2028. KEY Difference Wire : the secret tool crypto projects use to get guaranteed media coverage
1inch Solana cross-chain swaps enable native, trustless transfers between Solana and 12+ EVM networks without bridges, allowing instant, secure swaps of major tokens like SOL and ETH and improving DeFi
NYC, US, August 20th, 2025, Chainwire BNB Chain , the community-driven blockchain ecosystem, has announced the launch of Season 11 of Most Valuable Builder (MVB) with YZi Labs and CMC Labs, transforming its flagship incubation program into a global residency that puts founders at the center. Previously a four-week accelerator, MVB now gives founders ten weeks of focus, funding, and global exposure. Selected startups will have the chance to receive up to $500,000 in investment, work with world-class mentors, and pitch on stage during Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai. Season 11 Applications close on September 6, 2025. Building on Season 10 Last season, MVB attracted more than 500 applications and incubated 15 projects in areas such as AI, DeFi, DePIN, DeSci, Payments, and RWAs. Founders sharpened their strategies during an intensive two-day event in New York before pitching at a Demo Day hosted at the New York Stock Exchange “MVB Season 10 proved that ambitious founders are choosing BNB Chain to scale their ideas,” said Sarah S, Head of Business Development at BNB Chain. “Season 11 goes further—giving teams the space, resources, and global visibility they need to break through.” What Founders Gain in Season 11 MVB 11 has been redesigned to give founders more than a traditional accelerator. Over ten weeks, founders will immerse themselves in building, supported by YZi Labs and BNB Chain’s ecosystem. Alongside the possibility of receiving up to $500,000 in funding for selected projects, they will access mentorship from top operators and investors, practical go-to-market support, and connections across global hubs in Dubai, San Francisco, Singapore, and New York. The residency culminates at Binance Blockchain Week, where founders present their work to investors, industry leaders, and the wider Web3 community. Applications Now Open Applications for MVB 11 are open until September 6, 2025. The residency itself runs from October 6 to December 5, 2025, with Demo Day taking place in Dubai. Founders who have applied previously do not need to reapply. More information here: https://www.bnbchain.org/en/blog/mvb-11-where-founders-break-through About BNB Chain BNB Chain is a community-driven blockchain ecosystem that is removing barriers to Web3 adoption. It is composed of: BNB Smart Chain (BSC) : A secure DeFi hub with the lowest gas fees of any EVM-compatible L1; serves as the ecosystem’s governance chain. opBNB : A scalability L2 that delivers some of the lowest gas fees of any L2 and rapid processing speeds. BNB Greenfield : Meets decentralized storage needs for the ecosystem and lets users establish their own data marketplaces. Setting a high bar for security, the AvengerDAO community protects BNB Chain users while Red Alarm provides a real-time risk-scanner for Dapps. The ecosystem also offers a range of monetary and ecosystem rewards as part of its Builder Support Program . Tooling, such as the AI Solution , is also available for developers to explore. For more, users can follow BNB Chain on X or start exploring via the Dapp library . Contact BNB Chain press@bnbchain.org