Crypto price prediction: Sui, Bitcoin, Poodlana

SUI’s bullish momentum has has boosted it to the day’s top gainer among cryptos as Bitcoin struggles to break the crucial zone of $60,000. Meanwhile, Poodlana has meme coin traders at the edge of their chairs with less than 100 hours to go before it hits the public shelves.

SUI is the day’s top gainer

Among the trending cryptocurrencies in the new week is SUI. As at the time of writing, it was the top gainer among cryptocurrencies with its price up by 20.52% in the past 24 hours as indicated by CoinMarketCap. Notably, it has maintained this impressive momentum for days; having risen by 118.82% in the past 7 days.

Bull traders’ optimism has continued to boost the altcoin following Grayscale Investments’ announcement on 7th August. While launching two new investment trusts for Sui (SUI) and Bittensor (TAO) tokens, the firm’s head of product & research, Rayhaneh Sharif-Askary stated, “We are excited to add Bittensor and Sui to our product suite, and believe Bittensor is at the center of the growth of decentralized AI, while Sui is redefining the smart contract blockchain”.

A look at its daily price chart shows SUI above the 50-day EMA and an RSI of 68. Besides, it has risen past the descending channel; aspects that point to a strong bullish trend. In the short term, it will likely be range-bound between 1.1360 and 0.9710 as bulls gather enough momentum to retest June’s high at 1.1785. On the flipside, a pullback past the aforementioned support level may have it drop to 0.8858 before rallying further.

Poodlana’s pre-sale is in its last 100-hour leg

While SUI has been one of the trending cryptos in recent sessions, a greater hype lies in one of the newest projects – Poodlana. Indeed, with all the facts and excitement around it, it may end up being the biggest Solana listing of 2024; possibly even outperfoming Dogecoin.

With less than 100 hours to go before the presale ends, the project has already raised $6.76 million. In addition to the popularity of meme coins, POODL’s status has largely been boosted by its association with luxury. It is named after the Poodle; a dog breed associated with luxury fashion especially in Asia. Besides, it has packaged itself as The Hermes of Crypto.

Notably, Poodlana buyers are optimistic that it will continue on an uptrend once it starts trading an hour after the end of its presale. Granted, those buying at its current price of $0.0499 already have gains locked with the next stage price set for $0.0539. This means that with a modest investment of $150, you get 3,006 tokens. In the next 20 hours, that will equate to 2,782 tokens; a significant difference, right? You can learn more about Poodlana token here.

Bitcoin struggles around $60,000

While the extreme fear experienced a week ago appears to have eased, the hesitance is still pulpable. As such, Bitcoin is struggling to break past the $60,000 zone in this week’s first trade session.

On a daily chart, it continues to trade below the 25 and 50-day EMAs. This substantiates last week’s outlook of a dead cat bounce. In the short term, the range between 57,121 and 61,925 is worth watching.

 

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Marathon Digital to raise $250M through convertible senior notes for Bitcoin purchase

  • Marathon Digital plans to raise $250M via convertible senior notes for Bitcoin buying.
  • The funds will also support corporate initiatives, including debt repayment and expansions.
  • The company holds over 20,800 BTC, worth $1.2B, more than double its nearest competitor.

Marathon Digital, a leading Bitcoin mining company, has announced plans to raise $250 million through a private offering of convertible senior notes, aimed at increasing its Bitcoin (BTC) holdings and funding general corporate purposes.

The notes, which will be offered exclusively to qualified institutional buyers, will pay interest semi-annually and are set to mature on September 1, 2031. The specific interest rate and conversion rate will be determined during the pricing process.

The raised funds will not only be used to purchase more Bitcoin but also to support various corporate initiatives, including working capital, strategic acquisitions, expansion of existing assets, and debt repayment.

Marathon Digital’s move shows confidence in Bitcoin

This move comes as Marathon Digital continues to solidify its position as the largest Bitcoin miner globally.

The company currently holds over 20,800 BTC, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, which is more than double the amount held by its closest competitor, Hut 8.

Marathon has been actively increasing its Bitcoin reserves, adding more than $124 million worth of the cryptocurrency in July 2024 alone.

Despite a significant price drop at the beginning of August, Bitcoin has shown resilience, rebounding and trading above $60,000, marking a 16% increase in the last seven days and Marathon’s aggressive acquisition strategy underscores its confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential and stability.

Marathon’s commitment to increasing its Bitcoin holdings highlights the growing trend of companies integrating cryptocurrencies into their balance sheets, reflecting broader confidence in the future of digital assets.

As large institutional players like Marathon continue to accumulate Bitcoin, the trend is seen as a bullish signal for the market, potentially influencing other investors to follow suit.

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Coinbase and MicroStrategy climb as Bitcoin reclaims $59k

  • Coinbase and MicroStrategy stocks rose 6% and 7% respectively as Bitcoin surged to above $59,000.
  • Analysts say crypto markets may be choppy amid potential bearish catalysts.

Coinbase and MicroStrategy stocks have climbed more than 6% each on Aug. 8 (as of 2 pm ET), gains that come as the price of Bitcoin broke above $59,000.

The Coinbase (COIN) stock traded around $192.30 while MicroStrategy’s MSTR hovered near $134. 23.

Read more: Michael Saylor’s bet on Bitcoin paying off, his BTC holdings now valued at $1B

Bitcoin’s surge sees it extend recent momentum since reclaiming support above $50,000. According to data on CoinGecko, the flagship cryptocurrency is up 7% in the past 24 hours. Losses over the past week have shrunk to about 5%.

Amid this, crypto analyst Ali Martinez says long-term holders have aggressively bought the recent dip.

Short term outlook

This positive movement for BTC comes as XRP led the crypto market higher after the latest court ruling in the Ripple vs. SEC case. XRP traded to above $0.63 to help Stellar (XLM) and other altcoins higher. Ethereum also breached the $2,600 mark.

However, XRP is poised at a key resistance zone and Ethereum may yet have to battle bearish pressure from potential selling.

“There is a potential cap on the topside in the near term with Jump Trading continuing its ETH liquidations (21,394 $wstETH ~$63.6M left) and Plus Token Ponzi 2 ETH wallets moving a total of 25,757 ETH ($63.1M) in the last 30 hours,” analysts at QCP Capital wrote.

The broader market is also still largely tinged with caution as analysts point to jitters around the global macro environment and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. In this case, crypto could still see a retreat amid a choppy month or so.

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Michael Saylor’s bet on Bitcoin paying off, his BTC holdings now valued at $1B

  • Michael Saylor personally holds $1 billion in Bitcoin, owning 17,732 BTC.
  • MicroStrategy holds 226,500 BTC, valued at over $12 billion, with a $37,000 average cost.
  • Saylor views Bitcoin as a superior, secure asset and advocates continuous investment.

In a recent interview on Bloomberg Television, Michael Saylor, the Chairman of MicroStrategy, revealed he holds Bitcoin worth approximately $1 billion.

This makes him one of the most prominent BTC holders in the world, joining the ranks of figures such as Binance Founder Changpeng Zhao, the Winklevoss Twins, and Satoshi Nakamoto.

Michael Saylor has not sold any of his BTC holdings

Saylor’s endorsement of Bitcoin as a capital investment asset is both passionate and unwavering. In his discussion with Bloomberg’s Sonali Basak on August 7, Saylor confirmed that he possesses a significant personal stack of Bitcoin, which he first disclosed four years ago.

At that time, he announced owning 17,732 BTC, a figure that has only grown since.

Despite the significant appreciation of Bitcoin’s value over the years, Saylor has not sold any of his holdings, continuously acquiring more of the cryptocurrency.

Seeing Bitcoin as a generational wealth asset

For Saylor, Bitcoin represents more than just a speculative investment. He describes it as a revolutionary financial tool, superior to both physical and traditional financial capital.

According to Saylor, Bitcoin is an unparalleled asset that offers generational wealth potential for individuals, families, corporations, and even countries. His commitment to Bitcoin is rooted in its perceived stability and security, as well as its ability to preserve value over time.

During the interview, Saylor emphasized his belief that “there is never a bad time to buy Bitcoin.” He likened Bitcoin to “cyber Manhattan,” suggesting that investing in it is akin to acquiring prime real estate in the most coveted location.

This analogy highlights his conviction that Bitcoin, as a scarce and desirable asset, will always hold significant value, regardless of market fluctuations.

MicroStrategy has accumulated 226,500 BTC under Saylor’s leadership

Saylor’s investment philosophy extends beyond his personal holdings to his leadership of MicroStrategy. Under his guidance, the company has amassed a substantial Bitcoin reserve, totalling 226,500 BTC, valued at over $12 billion.

This massive investment represents a significant portion of the company’s balance sheet. MicroStrategy’s average cost per Bitcoin stands at approximately $37,000, and the company is set to execute a 10-to-1 stock split, which could further impact its financial structure and stock performance.

In addition to discussing his personal holdings, Saylor also addressed Bitcoin’s broader implications for corporate finance. He asserts that Bitcoin can “fix” corporate balance sheets by providing a secure and stable asset for long-term investment.

Saylor points to Bitcoin’s immense computational and electrical power, which he argues makes it “nation state resistant” and “nuclear-hardened.” He proudly notes that the Bitcoin network consumes more electricity than the United States Navy, a testament to its robust security and resilience.

However, Saylor’s enthusiasm for Bitcoin is not just limited to its investment potential. He views cryptocurrency as a groundbreaking technological advancement, with the power to reshape financial systems globally.

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Strike partners with Bitstamp to bolster crypto purchases for EU users

  • Strike and Bitstamp have partnered to make Bitcoin and crypto buying accessible to more users in Europe.
  • Bitstamp will provide fiat-to-crypto conversion support for Strike.
  • Bitstamp has also partnered with Web3 platform Kryptos to help simplify crypto taxes for customers.

Strike, a leading Bitcoin payments app launched by Jack Mallers, has partnered with crypto exchange Bitstamp to bring Bitcoin to more people in Europe. CoinDesk reported the story first.

Bitstamp/Strike partnership

On Wednesday, the two companies announced in a press release that they would collaborate to make crypto buying accessible and easier for customers in the European Union.

Strike and Bitstamp are eyeing this partnership as one that offers an easier-to-use fiat-to-crypto on-ramp, which allows users to quickly and easily buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and other cryptocurrencies.

Users have access to several on and off-ramps, including wire transfers, direct deposits, debit card and mobile money.

Strike expanded to Europe in April

The collaboration with Bitstamp follows Strike’s expansion into Europe. In April, the company announced its entry into the European market after a similar milestone in Africa.

Accessible to eligible customers, the expansion meant users across the EU could send, buy, sell and withdraw BTC.  Users can withdraw Bitcoin to their self-custody wallets or send it to any Lightning wallet. The launch also introduced P2P transactions for Strike Europe users.

Bitstamp’s partnership with the US-based Bitcoin payments firm comes after Robinhood announced its $200 million acquisition of the Europe-based crypto exchange in June.

The crypto exchange has also announced a partnership with Web3 finance platform Kryptos to simplify crypto taxes for users across 15 countries, including the United Kingdom, Portugal and Australia.

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