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Price at August 23rd : BTC, ETH, ADA, BNB, XRP &DOGE

Altcoins are likely to move higher even as Bitcoin price takes a breather after hitting $50,000 for the first time in months.

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Altcoins are likely to move higher even as Bitcoin price takes a breather after hitting $50,000 for the first time in months.

Bitcoin pushed above the psychological hurdle at $50,000 for the first time since May . The sharp rally of the past few days has turned the sentiment bullish, with many expecting the resumption of the bull run.

BTC/USDT

Bitcoin has been trading inside a rising wedge pattern for the past few days. The bulls flipped the $48,000 level to support and pushed the price above the psychological level of $50,000 today. The Bitcoin/Tether (USDT) pair could now rise to the resistance line of the wedge where the bears may mount a stiff resistance. If the price turns down from this resistance, the pair could drop to the support line of the wedge.

ETH/USDT

The bears tried to stall Ether’s (ETH) advance at the overhead resistance at $3,335, but the bulls did not allow the price to endure below $3,200. This suggests that sentiment remains bullish and traders are buying on slight dips. The bulls are currently attempting to hold the price above the overhead resistance at $3,335. If they are successful, the ETH/USDT pair could resume its uptrend and rally to $3,670, and then to the psychological level at $4,000.

ADA/USDT

ADA has been in a strong uptrend for the past few days. After hesitating near the previous all-time high of $2.47.The bulls resumed the rally on the 22nd. The next target objective on the upside is the psychological barrier at $3.00. Vertical rallies are rarely sustainable, hence the ADA/USDT pair may enter a minor consolidation or correction near $3.00.

BNB/USDT

BNB broke above the overhead resistance at $433, indicating the start of a new uptrend. The bear’s attempted to pull the price back below the breakout level and trap the aggressive bulls but was unsuccessful. The bulls resumed their buying today and pushed the price above the minor resistance at $460. The BNB/USDT pair may face minor resistance at $520. If the bulls can overcome this hurdle, the next stop could be $600.

XRP/USDT

The bears tried to stall XRP’s recovery at $1.28 on Aug. 21, but the shallow correction on Aug. 22 indicates that bulls are not closing their positions in a hurry. The bulls will now try to propel the price above the overhead resistance at $1.35.If they succeed, the XRP/USDT pair could pick up momentum and rally to the next stiff resistance at $1.66.

DOGE/USDT

DOGE rebound off the breakout level at $0.29 hit a wall at $0.33 on Aug. 20. This suggests that bears have not given up and are attempting to stall the recovery. The price is currently stuck between the breakout level at $0.29 and the overhead resistance at $0.35.

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Binance tightens South African compliance rules for crypto transfers

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Binance is tightening compliance measures for crypto transactions in South Africa, announcing it will fully implement the country’s Travel Rule requirements beginning January 2025. The move aligns with regulations set by South Africa’s Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) and reflects the exchange’s broader efforts to meet global anti-money laundering standards.

Under the new rules, Binance will require South African users to include verified personal information—such as names, addresses, and account details—when sending or receiving crypto between platforms. These changes are designed to increase transparency and traceability of digital asset transfers, making it harder for illicit actors to exploit decentralized networks.

Binance emphasized that users must complete know-your-customer (KYC) verification before transferring crypto to or from external wallets. Transfers to non-compliant platforms may be restricted or flagged, while internal transfers within Binance or to Travel Rule-compliant entities will remain unaffected.

The announcement follows South Africa’s decision in 2023 to designate crypto as a financial product, placing digital asset providers under the supervision of the FIC. The country has since taken steps to integrate crypto into its formal regulatory structure, including licensing requirements and mandatory reporting obligations.

With enforcement beginning in 2025, Binance urged users to familiarize themselves with the new procedures to avoid disruptions. The exchange also plans to provide additional guidance and tools to help users remain compliant as the deadline approaches.

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Ethereum bounces back as market dominance recovers from all-time low

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Ethereum has staged a notable recovery after recently experiencing its lowest market dominance since its early days. The turnaround comes as ETH surged nearly 4% in the past 24 hours, climbing back above the $3,100 mark and narrowing its underperformance gap relative to Bitcoin.

For much of 2024, Ethereum has trailed behind Bitcoin and a growing wave of altcoins, with its market share dropping below 15% — levels not seen since 2015. The slump was driven by investor focus on Bitcoin ETF momentum, lackluster institutional interest in ETH, and rising competition from layer-1 and layer-2 networks offering faster and cheaper alternatives.

Despite these challenges, Ethereum’s fundamentals remain strong. Data shows a healthy uptick in active addresses, transaction volumes, and total value locked in DeFi protocols built on Ethereum. Additionally, hopes remain high for the approval of a spot Ethereum ETF in the U.S., with analysts suggesting a potential turnaround in institutional flows if approved.

Traders are now watching whether this rebound signals a sustained trend reversal or just a temporary relief rally. With key upgrades and ecosystem developments still in the pipeline, Ethereum’s ability to regain dominance may hinge on reigniting both investor confidence and broader developer activity.

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SEC says it won’t re-file fraud case against Hex’s Richard Heart

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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has confirmed it will not pursue a retrial in its fraud case against HEX founder Richard Heart, effectively bringing an end to one of the agency’s high-profile crypto enforcement actions.

The decision follows a recent court ruling that dismissed several key allegations against Heart, including claims that he misled investors and violated securities laws through the promotion and sale of HEX, PulseChain, and PulseX tokens. While the SEC initially signaled it would consider further legal options, it has now opted to forgo additional litigation.

Heart, a controversial figure in the crypto world, had long denied the SEC’s accusations, framing the lawsuit as an overreach by regulators. The agency had alleged that Heart raised over $1 billion from investors while misrepresenting how funds would be used and failing to register the offerings.

With the SEC stepping back, the dismissal marks a rare instance in which the regulator has chosen not to continue a crypto-related fraud case, potentially signaling a reassessment of its approach amid growing legal pushback and mounting scrutiny over its enforcement tactics.

Although the case is now closed, legal analysts suggest the outcome could influence future regulatory efforts and may embolden other crypto founders facing similar challenges. Heart, meanwhile, has positioned the development as a vindication, reaffirming his stance that HEX and related projects were never in violation of U.S. securities laws.

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