Bitcoin fails to stay above $115k despite ETF inflow returning

Key takeaways

  • BTC has dropped to the $114,500 region after breaking above $115k earlier.
  • The coin could decline towards $113k if bullish momentum fades.

Bitcoin ETF inflow returns, but price remains stagnant

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency by market cap, is up less than 1% in the last 24 hours despite positive macroeconomic factors. At press tim,e BTC is trading around $114,500 after failing to hold price above $115k.

The current price action comes after stabilization in institutional flows, with Bitwise reporting $18.74 million in net inflows, a potential reversal after one of the largest ETF outflow days on record last week.

If ETF inflows continue and implied volatility begins to compress, BTC could rally higher, allowing the cryptocurrency to reclaim its previous levels around $118. 

BTC could retest $113k before rallying higher

The BTC/USD 4-hour chart is bearish and efficient as Bitcoin has been underperforming over the past few days. The technical indicators remain stagnant as the market continues to consolidate.

The Relative Strength Index of 49 shows that the bearish trend could be fading as it approaches the neutral zone. The MACD lines are also within the neutral zone, suggesting a consolidating market. 

BTC/USD 4H Chart

Bitcoin’s rally is sustainable once the RSI crosses and stays above 50. If the market conditions improve, BTC could rally towards the TLQ at $116k. Surpassing this resistance level would allow BTC to retest the major resistance zone at $120k over the coming hours or days.

However, the market conditions remain unclear, and Bitcoin could undergo a correction. If that happens, the bulls might be prompted to defend the major support level around $112k. Failure to hold this support level would see Bitcoin trade below $110k for the first time since July 9. 

Currently, the market conditions are stable, with no clear bullish or bearish direction for traders.

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XRP steadies above $3, targets $3.3; Check forecast

Key takeaways

  • XRP is up 1% in the last 24 hours, maintaining its value above $3.
  • The coin could rally towards $3.3 soon as market conditions turn bullish.

XRP maintains price above $3

The cryptocurrency market has been volatile over the past 24 hours, with mixed performances recorded for most cryptocurrencies. XRP, Ripple’s native coin, has maintained its price above the $3 mark after adding 1% to its value in the last 24 hours. 

This latest development comes as investors look forward to next week’s legal update regarding the Ripple and SEC case. Legal expert Bill Morgan revealed that the regulator is expected to update the appellate court by August 15, 2025. However, the SEC is not required to take formal action.

The update from the SEC could involve a withdrawal, a request for more time, or another procedural move. Traders are looking forward to this update and could determine XRP’s performance in the near term. 

Analysts remain confident that XRP’s price could rally towards the $5-$6 region in the coming weeks and months amid growing institutional and retail adoption.

XRP could top $3.3 soon

The XRP/USD 4-hour chart remains bearish as XRP has failed to take out its recent high of $3.66. However, the technical indicators are switching bullish, suggesting that the coin could rally higher soon.

The RSI of 56 shows a growing bullish sentiment, while the MACD lines have crossed into the positive zone. XRP has established strong support at $2.99, and this could serve as the springboard to push its price higher.

XRP/USD 4H Chart

If the bullish trend continues, XRP could surge towards the first major resistance at $3.3, which is also a TLQ level. An extended bullish run would allow XRP to fill the 4H FVG at $3.4 and target the recent high of $3.66.

However, if the market faces a correction, XRP could retest the $2.99 support zone once again. Failure to hold this support level would allow XRP to $2.67 for the first time in three weeks.

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Illuvium (ILV) price forecast post Leviathan No Limits Tournament

  • Illuvium (ILV) surged 100% after the Leviathan No Limits Tournament boosted player interest.
  • Breakout from the double bottom pattern confirmed bullish momentum.
  • Key targets to watch are: $25, $27.50, and $30 if the rally continues.

In a stunning turn of events, Illuvium (ILV) has reignited investor interest after a dramatic price surge following the conclusion of its highly anticipated Leviathan No Limits Tournament.

The Web3 gaming token has shown exceptional momentum in recent days, leaving traders wondering whether this marks the start of a sustained uptrend or just a temporary flash of hype.

With the fundamentals improving and technical indicators aligning, ILV is making a strong case to be back on the radar.

Competitive play sparks a revival

The Leviathan No Limits Tournament served as a defining moment for the Illuvium ecosystem.

Unlike previous events that relied heavily on high-end NFT assets, this competition showcased how skill alone could drive competitive outcomes.

As a result, players with minimal in-game investments were able to compete effectively, shifting the game’s perception from pay-to-win to a skill-based and fair one.

This shift has contributed to a renewed sense of legitimacy around the game.

More importantly, it has started to attract a broader audience, including previously sceptical players who now see a more polished and competitive product.

As word spread, ILV’s price began to react swiftly, climbing more than 60% in a single day, a move rarely seen even among highly volatile crypto assets.

Double bottom breakout ignites an ILV bull run

Technically, the ILV/USDT chart painted a classic double bottom near the $11.81 level, forming a strong base after months of consolidation.

This bullish pattern triggered a sharp breakout, pushing the token to a high of $23.53 — a remarkable 100% rally within just a few hours.

Illuvium price chart

To many, this is a clear breakout confirmation, with volume surging to levels not witnessed in months.

Even though the price has slightly pulled back to the $21 range, the bullish momentum remains intact.

Holding above $20 will be crucial in determining whether this is a healthy retracement or the start of a deeper correction.

However, with sentiment shifting and volume still strong, many believe the breakout has more room to run.

Illuvium price targets to watch

Market analysts have started pointing to higher resistance levels as potential short-term targets.

The first key level to watch is $25, followed by $27.50 and then $30 if momentum continues.

These targets are based on technical resistance zones and recent historical price action.

A successful breakout above the $23.66 high could pave the way for rapid moves toward those levels.

However, traders must remain cautious. ILV is still down nearly 99% from its all-time high of $1,911.26 recorded in November 2021.

While the recent bounce is significant, it comes after a deep and prolonged bear phase.

This means that volatility is likely to persist, and any major price movement should be approached with calculated risk management.

In addition, the RSI indicator shows an overbought market, meaning a pullback could be imminent, although the MACD shows a bullish trend resurgence.

Long-term outlook hinges on more than hype

Beyond the charts and short-term catalysts, Illuvium’s long-term success will depend on continued player engagement, product updates, and the ability to retain a competitive edge in the growing Web3 gaming sector.

The Leviathan tournament may have reignited interest, but sustaining that momentum will require consistent delivery from the development team.

Notably, the Illuvium ecosystem is still sizzling with user engagement as the ILV Summer Exclusive Illuvitars, which ends on August 14, has seen over 180 Glitched Illuvitars pulled so far.

With these developments, Illuvium has once again become one of the Web3 tokens to watch closely, although whether the recent breakout turns into a full-blown trend reversal remains to be seen.

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Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs see continued outflows as market pulls back

  • BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) saw $292.5 million exit the fund on Monday.
  • Spot Ethereum ETFs also faced heavy outflows on Monday.
  • The selling pressure came as Bitcoin extended its retreat from the July 14 all-time high.

US-listed spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs continued to see outflows on Monday, extending a recent trend of investor pullback as digital assets slid from their recent highs.

Monday marked the third consecutive trading session of net outflows across US-listed spot Bitcoin funds.

Bitcoin ETFs log consecutive outflows

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) saw $292.5 million exit the fund on Monday, the largest single-day outflow it has recorded since May.

The fund had already broken its 37-day inflow streak with a minor outflow on Friday.

The selling pressure came as Bitcoin extended its retreat from the July 14 all-time high.

The token dropped 8.5% over the weekend, bottoming out at $112,300 on Sunday before partially recovering to $115,000 by late Monday trading.

Despite the recent setback, BlackRock’s IBIT still logged a net inflow of $5.2 billion in July, equivalent to 9% of the fund’s total inflows since its launch in January 2024.

Other Bitcoin ETFs also saw subdued activity. Fidelity’s Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) posted an outflow of approximately $40 million, while the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) lost $10 million.

Bitwise’s Bitcoin ETF (BITB) was the only product to record an inflow on Monday, attracting $18.7 million.

All other US-listed Bitcoin ETFs recorded no flows.

The overall outflow on Monday was significantly milder compared to Friday’s sharp exit of $812 million, suggesting that pressure may be easing as Bitcoin finds support near current levels.

Volatility cools since ETF launch

Commenting on the recent price behaviour, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas noted on Monday that Bitcoin volatility has declined notably since the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs earlier this year.

He highlighted that the 90-day rolling volatility for BlackRock’s IBIT has dropped below 40, down from levels above 60 at the time of the ETF’s launch.

Balchunas previously said that reduced volatility and the absence of sharp drawdowns have helped Bitcoin appeal to larger institutional investors, potentially aiding its broader adoption as a currency.

Ethereum ETFs see record one-day outflow

Spot Ethereum ETFs also faced heavy outflows on Monday, with a total of $465.1 million withdrawn across multiple funds.

This was the highest single-day net outflow since these products launched.

BlackRock’s spot Ether fund (ETHA) led the retreat, with $375 million in outflows.

Fidelity’s FETH, Grayscale’s ETHE, and the Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust also experienced redemptions.

The Monday exodus followed a period of strong investor interest in Ethereum ETFs.

Inflows had totaled $2.2 billion in the second week of July, $1.9 billion in the third week, and $154.3 million last week, according to data from SoSoValue.

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Morpho price jumps 10% as RWA powerhouses launch Ascend

  • Morpho price rose as Morpho Labs joined other top real-world asset platforms in a new partnership.
  • RWA powerhouses Plume, Centrifuge among those to support Ascend accelerator.
  • MORPHO token jumped 10% in 24 hours to $1.85.

The cryptocurrency market is up slightly on Monday, and Morpho (MORPHO) is one of the top gainers after posting double-digit gains in the past 24 hours.

While the uptick aligns with overall crypto bounce that mirrors a surge across stocks, MORPHO is up after the crypto platform teamed up with other players across the real-world assets market to launch a new accelerator project dubbed Ascend.

Amid a rebound in US stock indices, MORPHO rose 10% to highs of $1.85.

Morpho Labs key player in RWA market

On Monday, Morpho Labs announced that it was part of the strategic partnership that has launched Ascend.

The groundbreaking initiative is designed as a startup accelerator targeted at the real-world assets market, with $500k in funding.

Plume Network said Ascend is “the first startup accelerator designed to take ambitious RWA ideas into scalable protocols.”

Big name players back the program, including Plume, Morpho, and Centrifuge.

Others are Anchorage Digital, RWA.xyz, Keyrock and OKX Ventures. The collective aims to advance the tokenization of real-world assets.

Morpho Labs, a decentralized finance (DeFi) lending infrastructure that among other offerings powers crypto-backed loans on Coinbase, is a top backer of the accelerator.

As the collaboration highlights growth across the RWA sector, projects like Morpho begin to stand out.

MORPHO token gains amid crypto bounce

The MORPHO token experienced a significant uptick, rising 10% in 24 hours from lows of $1.66 to $1.85.

Gains came amid the positive market sentiment around RWA tokens and the Ascend launch.

However, it also followed a broader recovery in cryptocurrencies as a rebound in US stock markets buoyed sentiment.

On Monday, August 4, 2025, the benchmark S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, and tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite all rose amid market expectations of a Fed interest rate cut.

Broader recovery follows last week’s sell-off, which saw Bitcoin dip to lows of $114k to dampen investor confidence across the ecosystem.

However, with a rebound in equities spilling over into the crypto, BTC is up to $115k.

A spike for RWA tokens has MORPHO eyeing a break to $2.00.

With gains also for Plume and Centrifuge, a continuation of upside momentum could push MORPHO to February highs of $2.5 and likely allow for a new all-time high in coming months.

MORPHO’s price surged to its all-time peak of $4.17 in January 2025.

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