Ethereum shows strong recovery potential toward $4,500 this month, supported by a bullish flag pattern formation and favorable MVRV data indicating continued upward momentum after bouncing from key support levels.

Bitcoin's price ratio to gold has fallen to levels that historically preceded major rallies of 100-600%, with analysts suggesting BTC could rebound to $150,000-$165,000 as gold corrects from all-time highs.

Despite Ripple's announcement of a $1 billion acquisition plan to become the largest corporate XRP holder, the token's price fell 8.75%. Technical analysis suggests potential support at $2 with upside targets at $3 and possibly $7.75 long-term.

A major Ethereum trader experienced a devastating $36.4M liquidation as ETH dropped below the $4,000 threshold on Thursday. Technical analysis suggests Ethereum could face further 10-15% declines, potentially reaching the $3,600-$3,400 support zone, with over $718 million in long positions liquidated this week alone.