Crypto News Today, 3rd April : Crypto Fear and Greed Index, Cardano Price, XRP News, BTC/USD

Solana has surged ahead in 24-hour DEX volume, surpassing $2.4 billion—outpacing Ethereum, BNB Chain, and others. This highlights its growing DeFi dominance, boosted by the upcoming Firedancer upgrade aimed at speeding up transactions. PayPal’s integration for U.S. users also signals rising mainstream adoption. While Solana’s price recently dipped, high trading volumes hint at a potential rebound. Ongoing excitement around new project launches further reflects the strength and vibrancy of Solana’s expanding ecosystem.

Ethereum is under pressure as on-chain data shows a steady decline in active addresses and record-low transaction fees. The post-Dencun upgrade environment has led to the lowest ETH burn rate since the Merge, increasing inflationary pressure. With reduced usage and rising supply, Ethereum continues to underperform against Bitcoin, hitting levels not seen since 2020. Recovery hinges on reviving network activity and improving burn dynamics to counter inflation and restore investor confidence.

Whales are actively accumulating $PARTI tokens, signaling rising interest in the project. On-chain data shows that wallets 0xEa4C and 0x2507, likely linked to the same whale, withdrew 2 million $PARTI (worth $685K) from Binance six days ago. Meanwhile, well-known NFT and token collector @dingalingts spent 33.3 BNB (~$20K) to purchase 100,838 $PARTI just 12 hours ago. The activity suggests growing whale confidence and possible bullish sentiment around $PARTI’s future.

Japanese public company Metaplanet has raised an additional ¥2.63 billion to increase its Bitcoin holdings. This strategic move reinforces Metaplanet’s commitment to adopting Bitcoin as a treasury reserve asset. The firm continues to follow a MicroStrategy-like path, positioning itself as a major corporate Bitcoin holder in Japan.

After $FDUSD briefly depegged, market maker Wintermute transferred 75 million FDUSD to First Digital Labs. It’s likely they bought the stablecoin below $1 during the depeg and redeemed it at a 1:1 ratio through First Digital, locking in a profit. This move highlights how savvy players capitalize on temporary market inefficiencies in stablecoins, especially during volatility events. The redemption signals restored confidence in FDUSD’s peg and First Digital’s redemption process.

XRP is showing signs of a potential reversal after a steep downtrend, as highlighted in a chart by @ali_charts. The token closed at $2.0404 on April 3, posting a slight 0.96% gain. A TD Sequential “9” signal has appeared, often marking trend exhaustion and hinting at a possible bullish bounce. However, XRP must hold the $2 support level and break above $2.08 to confirm recovery. The market is watching closely for further direction in the coming sessions.

Binance has expanded its monitoring tags—indicating potential delisting—to tokens including ARDR, BSW, FLM, LTO, NKN, PDA, PERP, VIB, VOXEL, and WING. Prices of these tokens dropped sharply after the news, with LTO falling 37%, WING 33%, VOXEL 31%, BSW 29%, NKN 27%, and PDA 26%. Meanwhile, Binance removed seed tags from JUP, STRK, and TON, signaling improved standing. The market responded quickly, with selloffs fueled by fears of delisting.

The only chart worth watching right now is Gold. If Gold continues to rise, it could signal trouble ahead for altcoins. Following recent major macroeconomic developments, there’s a strong possibility that capital will rotate into Gold. This shift is supported by a declining U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) and falling bond yields—both indicators of growing risk-off sentiment. As investors seek safety, altcoins may face downward pressure, making this a critical moment to monitor Gold’s movement closely.

$ETH is currently sitting at one of its most important macro support levels—a linear trendline dating back to May 2020. This puts Ethereum back in its key breakout zone from the bear market, in the $1,700–$2,100 range. In the short term, some price volatility is expected. But historically, Ethereum tends to move quickly once the Fed pivots and global liquidity improves.

Polygon’s POL token dropped to $0.20, down over 73% from December highs, hitting a new post-rebrand low. Despite this, NFT sales on the network—especially from Courtyard—are booming, with $55M in sales over 30 days. However, Polygon’s overall ecosystem is struggling, with revenue down 65% in March. While technical indicators show a possible rebound, long-term recovery depends on sustained user interest and improved network performance beyond just NFT sales. A bounce to $0.2855 remains possible if momentum builds.

Shibarium, Shiba Inu’s Layer-2 blockchain, has surpassed 1 billion transactions in 10 million blocks just 18 months after launch, showing strong adoption and technical stability. The milestone highlights growing ecosystem utility, supports SHIB’s burn mechanism, and may drive long-term value through increased scarcity. However, SHIB’s price remains low at $0.000012, down 50% from its yearly high. While this achievement is a positive sign, SHIB’s price depends on market trends, adoption, and community support.

President Trump announced bold new tariffs, including a 10% universal import tariff starting April 5, a 25% tariff on all foreign cars at midnight, and reciprocal tariffs from April 9, matching half the rates of each trading partner. Calling it the beginning of a “Golden Era” for America, the move marks a major shift in U.S. trade policy. Markets and global leaders now brace for the economic ripple effects of these aggressive measures.

The Pi Coin is nearing its all-time low, trading at $0.6722 after losing 77% since its $2.98 peak in February. Analysts say the drop is mainly due to continuous token unlocks—over 126.6 million PI will be released this month, adding to the 4.9 billion already in circulation. As supply rises and demand stays low, selling pressure increases. Experts warn the price could fall below $0.50 unless strong buying interest returns.

Bitcoin ETF inflows bounced back strongly with $220 million added on April 2, led by Fidelity and Ark Invest, even as Trump’s reciprocal tariffs rattled markets. Institutional interest remains strong, with top companies adding 26,303 BTC in just one week. Despite the volatility and a drop from $88K to $81K, Bitcoin is stabilizing around $83,394. Analysts note that a breakout above or below the $84.8K–$86.9K range could decide BTC’s next major move.

Global markets tumbled after U.S. President Donald Trump announced harsh new tariffs on trading partners. The FTSE 100 is set to open 1.6% lower, while Germany’s DAX may drop 2%. The U.S. imposed a 10% tariff on UK exports and a 25% tariff on cars, hurting European and Asian markets alike. Analysts expect U.S. GDP to fall by 1.5% and inflation to rise. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures are down over 3%, with Japan’s Nikkei dropping over 4%.

Bitcoin is currently moving sideways between $76,000 and $87,000, showing signs of seller exhaustion, but no strong bullish trend has appeared yet. On-chain data reveals a “Death Cross,” signaling weak investor confidence and possible further downside. Around 4.7 million BTC are held at a loss, increasing market stress. Meanwhile, Ripple’s XRP saw a 490% jump in address activity and a rise in Realized Cap, but profits dropped quickly, suggesting the recent retail interest may not last long.

Gold added $10 trillion in market cap in just over 3 years. Right now, Bitcoin is sitting at $1.6 trillion. A few years ago, very few believed gold could double and add $10T in value—but it happened. Large assets can move massively. Capital inflow and market cap aren’t a 1:1 relationship.

According to crypto analyst Lark Davis, the market may be nearing peak fear. He noted that while equities are expected to “puke” at the U.S. market open, crypto has already reacted—likely front-running the traditional markets. Davis believes this could be the worst phase of the tariff crisis, with only positive developments ahead as countries like Vietnam and Canada come to the negotiating table. He emphasized that deals are inevitable, stating that Trump’s aggressive stance leaves most nations—with the possible exception of China—no choice but to comply.

All eyes are on the SEC’s April 3 meeting, where a motion to end its challenge against Ripple’s XRP programmatic sales may be considered. XRP recently bounced 5% from $2 to $2.15, with bullish hopes rising if Ripple secures a win. Analyst Dark Defender forecasts a potential surge to $5–$8 by May. Ripple’s partial settlement and progress toward compliance have boosted optimism. If the SEC drops the case, it could mark a major turning point for XRP and the crypto industry. Read More

Ethereum attempted a recovery, briefly crossing ₹1.66 lakh, but selling pressure dragged it back below ₹1.60 lakh. The price is now under key resistance levels, with ₹1.61 lakh and ₹1.66 lakh acting as major barriers. If ETH breaks above ₹1.66 lakh, it could rally toward ₹1.73 lakh. However, failure to do so may lead to another drop toward ₹1.54 lakh or lower. Technical indicators show growing bearish momentum, and traders are watching closely for a breakout or further downside in the coming sessions.

Bitcoin slipped below $84,000 after President Trump announced sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs, triggering volatility across crypto markets. The TRUMP token was the day’s biggest loser, dropping nearly 8%, while the overall market cap fell to $2.68 trillion. Ethereum and Solana also saw sharp declines. Despite the dip, analysts note strong institutional interest and ETF inflows, hinting at underlying bullish momentum. Experts warn of short-term uncertainty but expect BTC to test resistance around $87,800 if current support at $81,700 holds.

Ripple’s new stablecoin RLUSD is rapidly gaining traction, already facilitating over $30B in global transfers and becoming a crucial part of Ripple’s payment infrastructure. Despite RLUSD’s success, XRP continues to struggle under key resistance around $2.20. With RSI still bearish and price stuck below trendline resistance, XRP may retest March lows unless bulls stage a breakout. The contrast highlights a classic crypto pattern—strong ecosystem growth clashing with short-term price weakness. A breakout could flip the narrative fast.

While some claim Bitcoin is in a new bear market after over two months of decline, history tells a different story. Back in 2024, BTC dropped by 32% from mid-March to early September—nearly 6 months of downtrend—before blasting to new all-time highs. Temporary pullbacks don’t always mean a bear market… sometimes, they’re just the calm before the breakout.

Amid President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs, the US Dollar Index (DXY) has hit its lowest since October 2024, losing nearly 4% in Q1 alone. While economists warn of recession risks and worsening consumer strain, crypto analysts see a silver lining. A weaker dollar could boost Bitcoin in the short term, with experts like Ciara Sun and Arthur Hayes predicting bullish momentum if BTC stays above $76.5K. Still, market uncertainty looms as global tensions and policy shifts unfold.

A sudden spike in market volatility triggered $450 million in crypto futures liquidations within 24 hours, as President Trump imposed steep new tariffs on global exports. Bitcoin briefly touched $87K before dropping to $83.5K, while Ether and XRP also reversed gains. The turbulence led to unusual liquidations on both long and short positions, signaling trader uncertainty amid economic shifts. BTC and ETH futures alone saw nearly $300M in forced liquidations, reflecting a highly unstable market. Read More

Ripple has not officially announced a date for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), but industry experts predict it could happen within the next 12 to 18 months. The speculation intensified after Ripple withdrew its cross-appeal against the SEC, resolving legal uncertainties around XRP. While CEO Brad Garlinghouse confirmed that an IPO is a natural next step, he also noted it’s not a top priority, with the company currently focusing more on acquisitions. However, favorable regulatory conditions and growing investor interest may accelerate the IPO timeline.