Crypto Price Analysis 4-15: BITCOIN: BTC, ETHEREUM: ETH, SOLANA: SOL, DOGWIFHAT: WIF, CHAINLINK: LINK, POLKADOT: DOT, CARDANO: ADA

The crypto market registered a marginal increase over the past 24 hours, rising almost 1% to $2.7 trillion. Cryptocurrencies saw a mixed performance, with Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Ripple (XRP) trading in the green while others registered notable declines. BTC punched through $85,000 and is up almost 2% over the past 24 hours as it continues its upward trajectory. 

Meanwhile, ETH is up 1.27% as it continues to hold firm above $1,600. However, it has yet to build momentum and push towards $1,800. Meanwhile, XRP is up 1% and trading around $2.15. 

However, Solana (SOL) and other tokens, including Dogecoin (DOGE) traded in the red. SOL is marginally down as buyers look to drive it below $130. Meanwhile, DOGE is down almost 3% and trading at $0.160. Cardano (ADA), Stellar (XLM), Hedera (HBAR), and Polkadot (DOT) also registered notable declines. However, Chainlink (LINK), Toncoin (TON), and Litecoin (LTC) registered substantial increases. 

Mantra CEO Denies Insider Token Dump 

Mantra CEO John Mullin has vehemently denied reports that alleged large-scale token transfers were made by Mantra token investors in the days leading up to the collapse of the network’s OM token. Mullin stated, 

“The Mantra association, our key investors, our advisers — no one has sold, and we are going to categorically deny and also provide verifiable proof on-chain proof that this is the case.”

Initial reports suggested that Laser Digital, a strategic Mantra investor, cashed out a significant chunk of OM tokens before the token collapsed. Laser Digital is a digital asset business backed by Nomura and announced a strategic investment in Mantra in May 2024. Data from Arkham Intelligence showed at least two wallets linked to Laser Digital were among 17 wallets that moved a combined 43.6 million OM tokens, worth $227 million to exchanges before the token collapse. However, Laser Digital has denied reports alleging its involvement in the OM token crash and claimed the wallets did not belong to it. 

“Laser has no involvement in the recent price collapse of $OM, Laser said in an X post on April 14. Assertions circulating on social media that link Laser to investor selling are factually incorrect and misleading.”

Google To Enforce MiCA Rules For Crypto Ads 

Google has said it will begin enforcing stricter advertising policies for crypto services in Europe to comply with the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework. The move could act as a double-edged sword for regulation that may prevent Initial Coin Offering (ICO) frauds but risks further enforcement gaps. Crypto advertisers and advertisements on Google must also comply with local legal requirements, including “national level restrictions or requirements beyond MiCA” and be certified by Google. Google’s new advertising policy will apply to a majority of European countries, including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxemburg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden. 

Google added in its policy update that violations will not immediately lead to account suspensions, as a warning would be issued at least seven days before any suspension. According to Hon Ng, chief legal officer at Bitget, Google’s new advertising policy is a double-edged sword for crypto, 

“On one hand, they do enhance investor protection by filtering out unregulated actors. The MiCA framework’s strict AML/CFT and transparency requirements create a safer ecosystem, reducing scams like the ICO frauds that plagued the industry pre-2023.”

However, Ng warned the policy could be overly restrictive without flexible implementation since transition periods for national licensing vary across jurisdictions. Additionally, Google’s transition period for national licenses varies between countries, potentially creating temporary gaps in enforcement. 

“Smaller exchanges may struggle with MiCA’s capital requirements (15,000–150,000 euros) or the bureaucratic hurdle of dual certification (both Google and local regulators). These measures are a net positive for trust but need flexibility to avoid stifling innovation.”

Crypto Funds Bleed As Tariff Fears Impact Sentiment 

Crypto investment products registered $795 million in outflows last week as tariff fears continued to haunt markets. Last week’s outflows pushed the total since February to $7.2 billion, wiping out nearly all year-to-date gains, currently at just $165 million. BTC led the outflows, accounting for $751 million. However, it retains $545 in net inflows for 2025. ETH followed with $37 million, while SOL, AAVE, and SUI also registered substantial declines. Short-Bitcoin products also saw around $4.6 million in redemptions, indicating broader market uncertainty. 

However, XRP defied market trends to register $3.5 million in inflows, with ONDO, ALGO, and AVAX also registering inflows. 

Bitcoin (BTC) Price Analysis 

Bitcoin (BTC) has remained relatively flat over the past couple of sessions even though it has broken through $85,000. The flagship cryptocurrency registered an increase of just over 1% on Monday and is up another 1% during the current session as it finally pushes above $85,000. Buyers will look to keep the price above this level and move towards $90,000, eventually targeting $100,000 if support stays and momentum builds. Analysts believe a return to $100,000 is very likely for the flagship cryptocurrency, with signs pointing to a potential rebound to $102,000. 

However, billionaire hedge fund manager and Bitcoin enthusiast Ray Dalio has warned that something worse than a recession could be about to hit the US. According to the Bridgewater Associates founder, Donald Trump’s aggressive pursuit of tariffs could lead to a breakdown of the monetary order. Dalio, who also predicted the 2008 recession, expressed concern about the value of money, predicting that unless President Trump’s economic policies are properly handled, there could be an international conflict that could be highly disruptive to the global economy. 

BTC has been highly sensitive to Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on imports, with China the focus of the President’s ire. BTC nudged past $85,000, reaching the crucial level even as digital asset investment products registered their third consecutive week of declines, with $795 million in outflows registered last week. Investors are divided about BTC’s trajectory, with Myriad Markets stating there was a 61% chance BTC could be trading above $85,000 by the end of Wednesday. Meanwhile, Bloomberg Intelligence’s senior commodity strategist Mike McGlone noted that BTC’s year-to-date losses contrast sharply with Gold’s 25% rally. 

“Bitcoin and its millions of crypto dependents may require a rising US stock market for buoyancy. The Bitcoin/gold ratio could be shifting to a more profound track—simple reversion.”

BTC traded in the red over the previous weekend, registering a drop of 0.48% on Saturday and settling at $83,423. Bearish sentiment intensified on Sunday as BTC fell over 6%, slipping below $80,000 and settling at $78,301. The price encountered bearish sentiment and volatility on Monday, falling to a low of $74,393 and then rising past $80,000 before settling at $79,164, ultimately registering an increase of 1.10%. However, it lost momentum on Tuesday, dropping almost 4% and settling at $76,283. Markets rallied on Wednesday after President Trump announced a 90-day pause on global tariffs. As a result, BTC surged over 8% to reclaim $80,000 and settle at $82,593.

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BTC’s rally lost momentum on Thursday as the price fell 3.63%, slipping below $80,000 and settling at 79,592. The price recovered on Friday, rising almost 5% to reclaim $80,000, moving past the 20-day SMA to settle at $83,370. Buyers retained control on Saturday as BTC registered an increase of 1.41% to go past the 50-day SMA and settle at $85,378. However, it lost momentum on Sunday, dropping almost 2%, slipping below the 50-day SMA and $85,000 to settle at $83,776. BTC started the current week on a bullish note, rising to an intraday high of $85,855 before settling at $84,625, ultimately registering an increase of 1.01%. BTC has reclaimed $85,000 during the ongoing session, with the price up 1.32% and trading at $85,745.

Ethereum (ETH) Price Analysis

Ethereum (ETH) continued to push higher after reclaiming $1,600 on Monday. The world’s second-largest cryptocurrency has struggled to build momentum since dropping to a low of $1,412. However, it is showing signs of a recovery, rebounding from a long-term support zone, increasing the prospects of a move past the 20-day SMA, where it faces considerable selling pressure.

ETH registered a sharp decline over the previous weekend, registering a marginal drop on Saturday and then falling 12.50% to go below $1,600 and settle at $1,580. Bearish sentiment persisted on Monday as ETH fell to a low of $1,412. However, it rebounded from this level to reclaim $1,500 and settle at $1,552, ultimately registering a drop of almost 2%. Sellers retained control on Tuesday as the price fell over 5%, slipping below $1,500 and settling at $1,472. Markets rallied on Wednesday, and ETH surged over 13% to reclaim $1,600 and settle at $1,668.

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ETH lost momentum on Thursday as it failed to consolidate above $1,600, falling almost 9% and settling at $1,521. Buyers returned to the market on Friday, with the price rising 2.92% and settling at $1,566. Bullish sentiment persisted on Saturday as ETH registered an increase of almost 5% to reclaim $1,600 and settle at $1,644. However, it lost momentum on Sunday, dropping nearly 3% to end the weekend on a bearish note at $1,596. ETH started the current week positively, registering an increase of 1.66% to reclaim $1,600 and settle at $1,622. The current session sees ETH up 1.39% as it looks to cross the 20-day SMA and move past $1,800. However, it faces considerable selling pressure at around $1,700.

Solana (SOL) Price Analysis

Solana (SOL) bulls are looking to overwhelm sellers around $130, keeping up the pressure despite losing momentum on Sunday when the price fell 3% to $128. SOL is looking to consolidate above the 50-day SMA and push towards the $140-$150 range.

SOL registered a sharp decline last Sunday, falling over 12%, slipping below $120, and settling at $105. Selling pressure persisted on Monday as the price plunged below $100 and fell to a low of $95. However, SOL rebounded from this level to reclaim $100 and settle at $106, ultimately registering an increase of 1.08%. Selling pressure and volatility persisted on Tuesday as SOL reached an intraday high of $112 before dropping to $105. Markets recovered on Wednesday, and SOL rallied 12.98% to $118. However, SOL lost momentum on Thursday as the price fell over 5% to $112.

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Buyers returned to the market on Friday as the price registered an increase of almost 8% to reclaim $120 and settle at $121. Bullish sentiment intensified on Saturday as SOL surged over 9%, going past the 20 and 50-day SMAs and settling at $132. It lost momentum on Sunday, dropping 3%, slipping below the 50-day SMA and $130 and settling at $128. SOL started the current week positively, rising almost 1% to $129. The current session sees SOL up nearly 2%, moving past $130 and the 50-day SMA and trading at $131.

Dogwifhat (WIF) Price Analysis

Dogwifhat (WIF) ended the previous weekend on a bearish note, dropping almost 14% on Sunday and settling at $0.334. The popular meme coin encountered volatility on Monday as buyers and sellers struggled to establish control. Buyers ultimately gained the upper hand as WIF registered an increase of almost 3% and settled at $0.344. However, it lost momentum on Tuesday, dropping over 7% to $0.318. WIF rallied along with the rest of the market on Wednesday, surging over 16% and settling at $0.371. However, buyers lost momentum on Thursday as WIF dropped 1.60% to $0.365.

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WIF recovered on Friday, registering an increase of almost 9% and settling at $0.397. Bullish sentiment intensified on Saturday as WIF rallied over 17%, surging past $0.40 and the 20-day SMA and settling at $0.466. However, the meme coin lost momentum after reaching this level and dropped 4.68% on Sunday, ending the weekend on a bearish note. The price continued to drop on Monday, falling over 3% and settling at $0.430. The current session sees WIF marginally down as buyers and sellers struggle to establish control.

Chainlink (LINK) Price Analysis

Chainlink (LINK) has lost momentum over the past few sessions as it struggles to cross the 20-day SMA. The price had registered a substantial decline over the past weekend, dropping over 12% on Sunday, slipping below $12 and settling at $11.28. Selling pressure intensified on Monday as LINK plunged to a low of $10.12. However, it rebounded from this level to reclaim $11 and settle at $11.44, ultimately registering an increase of 1.39%. LINK lost momentum on Tuesday, dropping 4.49% to $10.92. However, it rallied on Wednesday, surging almost 16% to reclaim $12 and settle at $12.65. LINK’s rally lost momentum on Thursday as the price fell 4.61% to $12.06.

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Buyers returned to the market on Friday as LINK rose almost 5% and settled at $12.65. Buyers retained control on Saturday, with the price increasing 3.85% to cross $13 and settling at $13.13. However, LINK lost momentum after reaching this level thanks to the 20-day SMA, which acted as a dynamic resistance level. As a result, the price fell almost 4% to 12.62. LINK faced volatility on Monday as buyers and sellers struggled to establish control. Buyers ultimately gained the upper hand as LINK registered a marginal increase. The current session sees LINK up almost 1% as it attempts to move past the 20-day SMA.

Polkadot (DOT) Price Analysis

Polkadot (DOT) is struggling to reclaim $4 after slipping below it on Saturday when it dropped to $3.96 after a drop of 1.74%. Bearish sentiment intensified on Sunday as DOT plunged over 7% and settled at $3.68. Selling pressure intensified on Monday as DOT plunged to a low of $3.29. However, it rebounded from this level to settle at $3.59, ultimately registering a drop of 2.45%. Sellers retained control on Tuesday, with DOT falling over 6% to $3.37. The price rebounded on Wednesday, rising over 8% to move past $3.50 and settle at $3.64. Despite the strong bullish sentiment, DOT lost momentum on Thursday, dropping almost 5% to $3.46.

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Sentiment changed on Friday as bullish sentiment returned. As a result, DOT rose 2.60% and settled at $3.55. Buyers retained control on Saturday as the price rose almost 5% to $3.72. DOT lost momentum after reaching this level, dropping 1.34% on Sunday and settling at $3.67. DOT remained static at $3.67 on Monday as neither buyers nor sellers could decisively influence the market. However, DOT is up almost 2% during the ongoing session as it looks to build momentum and push toward $4.

Cardano (ADA) Price Analysis

Cardano (ADA) is struggling to build momentum and overcome the selling pressure around the 20-day SMA. The altcoin registered a substantial decline last Sunday, dropping over 12% and settling at $0.574. Selling pressure persisted on Monday as ADA plunged to a low of $0.512. However, it rebounded from this level to register an increase of 2.26% and settle at $0.587. Selling pressure returned on Tuesday as the price dropped almost 5% after reaching an intraday high of $0.619, ultimately settling at $0.559. ADA rallied on Wednesday, rising over 13% to reclaim $0.60 and settle at $0.632. The price lost momentum on Thursday, falling 3.48% to $0.610.

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Sentiment changed on Friday as buyers returned to the market. As a result, ADA registered an increase of 2.30% and settled at $0.624. Bullish sentiment intensified on Saturday, with the price registering an increase of almost 6% and settling at $0.659. The price lost momentum after reaching this level and dropped just over 3% on Sunday to settle at $0.639. Sellers retained control on Monday as ADA registered a marginal decline and settled at $0.634. The current session sees ADA up 1.58% as it looks to cross the 20-day SMA and move towards $0.70.

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