TL;DR

• Four of the most utilized AI chatbots speculate on which one of the two largest altcoins will be the first to reach a significant round-numbered target of $10 for XRP and $10,000 for ETH.
• Although they acknowledged that it was a challenging prediction to make given their speculative nature, all four backed the same horse.

Who’s First? Leaving aside the communities behind both cryptocurrencies and their respective ecosystems, this article will focus on what ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Grok answered when asked the same question: Will XRP hit $10 first, or will ETH reach $10,000 first? Historically, Ether had come closer to its rather tall goal as it surged to almost $5,000 back in 2021. In contrast, XRP’s all-time high was at $3.4 in January 2018, and the asset only managed to match it in 2025. Although ETH is slightly closer to its target now, the difference is negligible as both require rather similar price increases (of around 300%) to reach their respective goals. While this sounds significant, especially for the two largest altcoins, let’s not forget that XRP experienced an even more remarkable price surge in late 2024 and early 2025. All AI solutions admitted that ETH appears as the more likely horse to win this race. They laid out its path toward the $10,000 target, claiming that ecosystem growth, network upgrades, RWA tokenization, and institutional adoption will push it higher. ChatGPT was particularly interested in the institutional adoption segment, indicating that ETH has an advantage not just because of the ETF demand it sees, but also due to the growing number of companies that have recently started storing ether as a reserve asset. Some even dumped BTC to buy more ETH. “Ethereum hitting $10,000 first seems more probable in the medium term. Its established ecosystem, ongoing technological advancements (especially the impact of spot ETFs), and its central role in the broader crypto space (DeFi, NFTs, RWA tokenization) provide a more diverse and robust set of drivers. The percentage increase required for Ethereum is also slightly lower than for XRP to reach $10.” – concluded Gemini but the sentiment was echoed by all other AIs. XRP’s Case Although the AI chatbots seemed conclusive in picking ETH as the potential winner, they also outlined the less probable scenario in which XRP goes into double-digit price territory first. Gemini said that its path is “contingent on regulatory clarity and widespread institutional adoption for cross-border payments.” Grok noted that Ripple’s token can reach $10 if the company behind it continues with its massive partnerships and acquisitions, which could increase the overall trust in the project. Recall that the company spent over $1.2 billion earlier this year to acquire the prime brokerage giant Hidden Road, a move described by the community as a “game-changer” for XRP. Additionally, all four AIs highlighted the potential approval of spot XRP ETF in the States, the odds of which are over 90%, according to experts and Polymarket. This would open the doors for institutions to invest in XRP through regulated financial vehicles, which should, in theory, act as a price booster. The post We Asked 4 AIs If XRP Will Hit $10 Before ETH Taps $10K: You Won’t Believe the Split appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• $40M in HYPE will be unstaked before July 15, likely for staking via Kinetiq’s new platform.
• Liquidation data shows a major short cluster near $42, suggesting potential for a sharp short squeeze.

Large Inflows and Whale Activity Fuel Interest in HYPE Four wallets collectively deposited $6.14 million in USDC into Hyperliquid, purchasing HYPE tokens seven hours ago. One newly created address alone contributed $1 million, acquiring 25,507 HYPE at an average price of $39.2. 4 wallets deposited 6.14M $USDC to Hyperliquid to buy $HYPE 7 hours ago. Wallets:
0x2615482299998de7DB726c34f9a14d9546009697
0xe644C02bFB9f4bf0256F3335a120Cd5f2d3C0402
0xFC82B4225120Db7C257AD8c69A8CF07319BFB88b
0x721Cedd6Fe743eBd0AC84fED7e09503dBaB22072 pic.twitter.com/lgOqdx9ZaZ — Lookonchain (@lookonchain) July 9, 2025 Notably, this activity occurred during a period of rising market volatility. The HYPE price traded at $39.07 at press time, with a 24-hour trading volume of over $230 million.  Hyperliquid’s native token has gained 5.35% in the last 24 hours and 3.93% weekly. The move has attracted attention, especially with whale wallets increasing exposure during a sensitive price phase. Over $40M in HYPE to Be Unstaked Before Kinetiq Launch Ahead of the Kinetiq platform’s launch on July 15, over 1 million HYPE—worth approximately $40 million—is being unstaked. Three whale addresses account for 847,000 of that total, indicating a coordinated shift in token positioning. The unstaking period is aligned with a 7-day window following the Kinetiq announcement. Market watchers expect these tokens to be restaked through Kinetiq, a new liquid staking platform that supports validator scoring and institutional access via iHYPE. The protocol has already partnered with FlowDesk and IMC Trading for deployment. Additionally, Hyperliquid’s ecosystem continues to grow, with Phantom now offering perpetual trading access directly through its wallet interface. The feature is initially available to users in the EU, using Hyperliquid’s API to maintain non-custodial control. Introducing: Phantom Perps Go long or short in just a few taps. 100+ markets. Up to 40x leverage. All in your pocket. Powered by @HyperliquidX pic.twitter.com/YDKjUGBdEn — Phantom (@phantom) July 8, 2025 This integration marks another step in expanding the protocol’s reach. It adds utility for HYPE holders and traders seeking permissionless exposure to derivatives without leaving their wallets. Liquidation Map Suggests Short Squeeze Potential According to Coinglass, the Hyperliquid liquidation map indicates that the current HYPE price is just below a major cluster of short positions. If the asset crosses $42, a short squeeze could follow, potentially triggering over $6 million in liquidations. Long liquidation pressure appears limited below $32. This setup suggests that downside risk may be less intense, especially as whales prepare to transition their HYPE holdings into staking via Kinetiq, rather than selling. The data points to strategic movement rather than exit activity. The post Whales Pour $6M Into HYPE Ahead of July 15 Unlock appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• PI remains in decline, with growing concerns that the price drop could deepen as exchange balances swell by millions of coins.
• Massive token unlocks are adding to the pressure, with 18.2 million PI scheduled for release today.

Another Crash Incoming? The cryptocurrency market experienced a solid resurgence over the last seven days, with some leading digital assets charting double-digit gains. However, this wasn’t the case for Pi Network (PI), whose price continued its negative trend. As of this writing, it trades at roughly $0.48, representing a 13% decline on a weekly scale and a 26% plunge over the past month. PI Price, Source: CoinGecko And while the PI holders and proponents expect to see the end of the downturn, some important indicators suggest that the crash might intensify even further in the near future. For instance, the number of tokens stored on centralized exchanges has surged by over six million in the last 24 hours. Currently, more than 366 million PI are held on such platforms, a value with an approximate USD equivalent of $177 million. The increased supply on exchanges doesn’t guarantee that investors are preparing for a massive sell-off. Nonetheless, the development can be viewed as bearish since it increases the immediate selling pressure.  Not the Only Factor to Watch The upcoming token unlocks also spell bad news for the bulls. The record 18.2 million PI are scheduled for release today, which will give people the opportunity to offload their long-awaited coins. The unlocks will remain high until mid-July, following which the temp is expected to cool off.  It is worth noting that the release of PI tokens accelerated last month, triggering renewed selling pressure. The price of the asset nosedived to just under $0.40 on June 13. The collapse coincided with the geopolitical tension caused by the military conflict between Iran and Israel, which had a significant impact on the entire cryptocurrency market. One X user who often gives his two cents on PI said at the time: Is $PI powered by Iranian nuclear facilities?
It dipped from 0.62 to 0.4 in one minute.
But it is already recovering.
Bullish for $PI. #PiNetwork pic.twitter.com/yigrikD6Ij — MOON JEFF (@CRYPTOAD00) June 13, 2025 The post 6,000,000 PI: Is the Pi Network Price on the Verge of Further Collapse? appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• Shiba Inu leads in centralization: a setup that poses risks of sudden price swings and contradicts crypto’s decentralized ideals.
• SHIB shows mixed signals, as its price dips while burn activity surges by over 4,000% and tokens steadily flow out of exchanges, hinting at reduced sell pressure ahead.

SHIB is the Most Centralized? According to a recent study conducted by Santiment, Shiba Inu’s top 10 wallets control a whopping 62% of the meme coin’s circulating supply. The self-proclaimed Dogecoin-killers ranked first in that statistic, while the biggest stablecoin, USDT, came in second with 51.8%. Ethereum (ETH) is third, with its top 10 holders owning 49% of the supply, whereas PEPE is next with 39%.  SHIB might lead on this front, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that its investors and proponents should pop the champagne and celebrate. Controlling a significant portion of the supply contradicts the decentralized spirit of the crypto industry.  Additionally, this makes the asset more vulnerable to substantial price changes due to potential massive sell-offs or accumulation efforts.  “As a retail trader, it’s generally safer to hold coins with less supply held by the most elite whales. There is less risk of sudden dumps or price manipulation should an asset’s largest whales decide to exit their positions,” Santiment warned. SHIB Price Outlook As of this writing, the price of the meme coin stands at around $0.00001159, which is a 3% decrease for the past day. Its market capitalization has slipped to just under $7 billion, making SHIB the 24th-biggest cryptocurrency in the entire market.  Essential metrics, however, suggest that the price may be gearing up for a renewed rally. In the last 24 hours, the Shiba Inu team and community have burned over 13.4 million tokens, representing a 4,000% increase compared to the figure observed on July 3.
Burn Rate, Source: Shibburn The ultimate goal of the burning mechanism is to reduce the supply of SHIB and potentially increase the asset’s value through scarcity.  Next on the list is the decreased supply of Shiba Inu tokens on centralized exchanges. Over the past month, there has been an evident shift from such platforms toward self-custody methods, which reduces the immediate selling pressure. SHIB Exchange Netflow, Source: CryptoQuant     The post Shiba Inu (SHIB) Outpaces Ethereum (ETH) and Pepe (PEPE): But Not in the Way You Might Think appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• Analysts remain bullish on XRP, with some eyeing a move to $2.65 or even $3, while others dream of a historic surge to $30.
• Binance added NEWT and SAHARA to its VIP Loan program, removed several trading pairs (impacting FIO the most), and launched new staking options for SOL-related tokens.
• After closing Q2 at a record $107,500, BTC hovers near $109K; while some foresee a rally toward $120K, Arthur Hayes warns of a short-term drop to $90K due to US liquidity shifts – though he stays bullish long term.

XRP Forecasts Despite its daily decline of around 2.5%, the XRP price is up 6% on a weekly scale and remains the subject of bullish predictions.
XRP Price, Source: CoinGecko Just a few days ago, the X user World of Charts argued that an XRP breakout and retest has already been confirmed, anticipating a pump above $3 sometime in July. For their part, Maxi thinks the token could mirror its impressive performance from the end of 2017 and experience a 1,200% rise in a matter of days. A jump of that type would push the price to a new historic peak of around $30, which, as of the moment, seems quite unlikely. Other popular analysts who made more realistic forecasts include Ali Martinez and Crypto Beast. The former claimed XRP could be forming an inverse head and shoulders pattern, “potentially setting the stage for a 15% breakout to $2.65.” Crypto Beast expects the price to make a 3x during the ongoing bull run. What’s New Around Binance? The world’s largest crypto exchange recently added Newton Protocol (NEWT) and Sahara AI (SAHARA) as new loanable assets on its VIP Loan program. Despite the support, the tokens witnessed substantial price corrections. Additionally, Binance scrapped the following spot trading pairs: ACT/EUR, FIO/BTC, TNSR/FDUSD, and TST/FDUS. Such actions usually have a negative effect on the involved coins due to reduced liquidity, less visibility, and reputational blow. FIO took the biggest blow, plunging by 8% after the announcement.  Earlier today (July 4), Binance came up with another disclosure. It informed its users that they can stake their SOL, HODL BNSOL, sBNSOL, or bzSOL holdings and earn up to 6.5% APR, with boosted LAYER, ACE, and DYM airdrops distributed automatically. “But that’s not all, something new is launching soon,” the exchange teased.  How’s BTC Doing? Last but not least, we will delve into the leading cryptocurrency and explore some interesting price forecasts. Bitcoin (BTC) made history in May, reaching a new all-time high of almost $112,000. In the weeks that followed, it saw a slight pullback but still closed Q2 at around $107,500 – the highest quarterly finish in its history. The crypto community remains quite bullish that the asset, currently trading just south of $109,000, could be on the verge of a rally toward a fresh peak. X user CRYPTOWZRD thinks a breakout above $110,500 could push the price to $120,000.  On the other hand, Arthur Hayes (co-founder of BitMEX) predicted a short-term pullback to $90,000 due to a potential liquidity drain from the US Treasury issuing new debt following Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.“ However, he remains a bull for the long term, viewing the possible pullback as just a temporary event.  The post Ripple (XRP) Price Predictions, Recent Binance Changes, and More: Bits Recap July 4th appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• The penguin-themed meme coin reached a two-month high, while its market cap exceeded $1 billion.
• Analysts see potential for further gains, with Ali Martinez noting striking similarities between PENGU’s current trajectory and PEPE’s past breakout.

PENGU’s Rally The Solana-based Pudgy Penguins (PENGU), which saw the light of day towards the end of last year, appears to be among the latest major trends in the meme coin niche. Its price jumped by over 70% in the past seven days, reaching a two-month high of roughly $0.016. PENGU Price, Source: CoinGecko Its market capitalization surpassed $1 billion, making PENGU the eighth-largest in its field and the 94th-biggest in the entire market. As it rose up the crypto ranks, the asset flipped popular meme coins like dogwifhat (WIF), FLOKI (FLOKI), Brett (BRETT), and others. Several factors have positively influenced the token’s valuation over the last week. One of the main ones is Canary Capital’s filing with the CBOE to introduce a PENGU ETF. The fund, if it receives the necessary green light, will become the first in America to hold actual NFTs, specifically from the Pudgy Penguins collection, along with the underlying meme token. Another bullish element is Revolut’s decision to make PENGU available on its trading platform. The listing gives Revolut’s multi-million-user base direct access to the coin, boosting its exposure and contributing significantly to its recent rally. The Next PEPE? PENGU’s price increase as of late has led some industry participants to believe that it could repeat the impressive performance of PEPE, which was at the crest of the wave on a couple of occasions last year. One person who spotted a potential similarity between the dynamics of the two meme coins is Ali Martinez.  “PENGU is starting to look a lot like PEPE did before it exploded! A daily close above $0.015–$0.017, and this train could be unstoppable,” he said. Shortly after, Martinez chipped in again, foreseeing that PENGU could be on the verge of a massive rally toward $0.044. Such a move would represent a 200% jump from current levels.  The post Why is the Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) Price up by 70% This Week? appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• XRP’s recent dip comes alongside a drop in key on-chain metrics – like active accounts and executed transactions – hinting at declining user engagement and a potential short-term correction.
• Despite the concerns, optimism remains high as Polymarket gives a 92% chance for a spot XRP ETF approval by end-2025, while negative exchange netflows suggest reduced immediate selling pressure.

Pullback on the Horizon? Ripple’s XRP started July on the right foot, with its price rising to as high as $2.30. The uptrend, however, was short-lived, and it currently trades at around $2.17 (according to CoinGecko’s data). Meanwhile, the decline of certain XRP metrics suggests the asset’s investors may have to endure a more substantial correction in the near future. Data shows that the number of active accounts, the number of executed transactions, and the number of newly activated accounts have headed south in the past few days. This development points to reduced user engagement and utility in XRP’s ecosystem, which may lead to price stagnation or even a pullback.  Interest in Ripple’s cross-border token has also waned over the past several months. Google searches involving the asset are currently far below the peak levels registered in December last year. This could mean that fewer new buyers are entering the market. XRP Google Searches, Source: Google Trends The Bullish Signals Every coin has two sides, so let’s also observe the factors that suggest Ripple’s native token might be on the verge of a renewed rally. To begin with, XRP investors could gain significantly if a spot ETF receives regulatory approval in the United States. A growing list of major firms – such as Grayscale, Bitwise, Franklin Templeton, 21Shares, and others – have already expressed interest in launching such a product.” According to Polymarket, there’s a 92% chance that a spot XRP ETF will be greenlighted in America before the end of 2025. XRP ETF Chances, Source: Polymarket The surge in odds follows the SEC’s recent approval of Grayscale’s request to convert its Digital Large Cap Fund (GDLC) into a spot ETF – a fund that holds multiple cryptocurrencies, including XRP. Next on the list is XRP’s exchange netflow, which has been predominantly negative in the last several weeks. This indicates that investors have switched from centralized platforms toward self-custody methods, reflecting a reduced immediate selling pressure.
XRP Exchange Netflow, Source: CoinGlass The post Ripple (XRP) Price Outlook: 2 Bearish and 2 Bullish Factors to Watch appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• Despite being on a downtrend, SHIB has caught the attention of crypto analysts and even NBA legend Scottie Pippen, with predictions of a 40% rally and signs of a classic trend reversal forming.
• The lead developer Shytoshi Kusama teased multiple upcoming announcements, fueling speculation that July could be successful period for the meme coin.

The Next Potential Targets Shiba Inu (SHIB) experienced a substantial resurgence on a couple of occasions last year, but it currently trades far below those peaks. As of this writing, the self-proclaimed Dogecoin killer is worth roughly $0.00001136, meaning a 33% decline on a yearly scale. Still, it remains the subject of bullish price predictions. Earlier today (July 2), the X user Dami-Defi argued that SHIB “bounced off key daily support and broke its local downtrend.” The analyst described this as a “classic reversal setup,” envisioning a 40% spike to as high as $0.00001600. For their part, the X user PumpSwap Alpha expects a price explosion in the short term: I’m anticipating a major move on $SHIB soon. The pump feels overdue. Like this if you believe Shiba Inu is about to explode in the coming days. pic.twitter.com/tw8lhQmwR7 — PumpSwap Alpha (@PumpswapAlpha) June 30, 2025 It is worth noting that the NBA legend Scottie Pippen also put his name among the optimists. He recently asked his more than 700,000 followers on X which cryptocurrencies besides Bitcoin (BTC) they are bullish on, saying his picks include SHIB, XRP, ADA, DOGE, and other well-known altcoins. This isn’t the first time Pippen has shown interest in assets different than BTC. In May, he claimed that the altcoin season “is here,” shifting his attention toward SHIB, XRP, ETH, SOL, ADA, and more. The Calm Before the Storm? Important elements that could trigger a price ascent for SHIB are potential partnerships that the project may ink in the near future or groundbreaking disclosures involving its ecosystem. Earlier this week, Shytoshi Kusama said on X that the community should be prepared for “many announcements, releases, and discussions around everything we’ve built thus far and where we see the future going.” Some of the people commenting on the post took this as a positive sign that the ongoing month could be highly successful for the meme coin. However, only time will tell whether this will be the case. The post Top Shiba Inu (SHIB) Price Predictions as of Late appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• After a standout second quarter, Bitcoin has solidified its status as the leading force in the cryptocurrency market.
• The cryptocurrency has also achieved a considerable, albeit symbolic, milestone.

The Impressive Performance in Q2 Despite the volatility, the primary cryptocurrency has experienced considerable success over the past three months. Its valuation hit an all-time high of almost $112,000 towards the end of May, while its market capitalization shot well above $2 trillion. Moreover, BTC closed on June 30 at around $107,500, marking a 30% gain for Q2 alone. While there have been quarters when Bitcoin gained more, this represents the highest quarterly closing price in the asset’s history. Highest quarterly close ever for BTC pic.twitter.com/4H79pmcLiq — CRG (@MacroCRG) July 1, 2025 The surge over the last few months might be substantial, but some vital metrics suggest there might be more room for growth in the short term. BTC’s exchange netflow, for instance, has been predominantly negative in the past 30 days, suggesting that investors have been moving assets from centralized platforms toward self-custody methods. This, in turn, reduces the immediate selling pressure.
BTC Exchange Netflow, Source: CryptoQuant Rising inflows into spot BTC ETFs add to the bullish momentum. According to SoSoValue, these products have attracted billions of dollars in recent weeks, underscoring sustained investor appetite and institutional confidence.
BTC ETFs Netflow, Source: SoSoValue Price Forecasts The sentiment across the crypto community is also quite optimistic. X user BiBull recently claimed BTC is likely preparing for its “final leg up,” envisioning a surge above $160,000 sometime this year.  Cas Abbe and KALEO made bullish predictions, too. The former thinks the cryptocurrency is still in “the expansion phase,” forecasting a “big pump” in the following weeks. “Once BTC breaks above $110K, it’ll pump 15%-20% within a matter of weeks,” the analyst said. For their part, KALEO assumed that the asset’s price may reach a new historic peak in the next seven days. Those willing to explore additional predictions as well as check one investment advice coming from a prominent expert, please take a look at our dedicated article here.  On the other hand, though, there have been some warning signs popping up as well. As CryptoPotato reported, investors have been taking profit more aggressively within the current trading range, the apparent demand seems to also have been weakening as of late, and the overall capital into the industry has also seen a drop. The post Bitcoin (BTC) Made History in Q2 but What’s Next? appeared first on CryptoPotato.

TL;DR

• A popular meme coin within SHIB’s ecosystem nosedived by double digits after OKX withdrew its support.
• Team member LUCIE addressed the panic, urging users to embrace DeFi over centralized platforms and warning that even major exchanges aren’t immune to collapse.

BONE Heads South Shiba Inu (SHIB) is a meme coin that has evolved into a robust ecosystem over the past few years. One of the most popular tokens within the network is Bone ShibaSwap (BONE). The asset has not been in its best shape lately, posting a 32% decline on a monthly scale and plunging by 12% in the past 24 hours alone. BONE Price, Source: CoinGecko The main reason triggering the latest downfall is OKX’s decision to withdraw its support from the meme coin. The well-known cryptocurrency exchange announced that it will delist several digital assets on July 7, with BONE included in the list.  OKX has already suspended deposits involving the token, while withdrawals will be terminated by the end of September.  “We will continue to monitor all listed trading pairs and implement the delisting/hiding mechanism as necessary,” the company concluded. OKX boasts over 50 million users globally and is among the behemoths in its field. When it withdraws support for a token, it often leads to negative price impacts driven by reduced liquidity, limited access, and potential reputational concerns. BONE saw the light of day in the summer of 2021 alongside the debut of ShibaSwap – Shiba Inu’s decentralized exchange. It enables holders to vote on development proposals and influence protocol decisions, serves as a reward for liquidity providers, and functions as a gas token for Shibarium. During its early days, its price skyrocketed above $15, while currently, it trades at a mere $0.18.  The Community’s Reaction One person who gave their two cents on the delisting effort is the X user LUCIE, who serves as Shibarium’s marketing strategist. The team member thinks there’s much panic over two (unnamed) “manipulative” exchanges that have withdrawn their support from the token.  LUCIE said they don’t want to be involved in the drama, putting their trust in DeFi and highlighting its advantages over centralized platforms: “I trust DeFi. Use good exchanges only to exchange. We’re here to build and embrace DeFi – and simplify it so even beginners can onboard without needing 2FA, KYC, and a blood sample just to get started.” Shibarium’s executive also noted that SHIB and other cryptocurrencies, like XRP, have faced similar FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt) but have survived the backlash over the years. At the same time, LUCIE reminded about the demise of former giants like FTX and WazirX, hinting that centralized exchanges are not immune to another collapse of that type. The post Shiba Inu-Themed Meme Coin Tanks After OKX Says Goodbye: Details appeared first on CryptoPotato.