Bitcoin Volatility Incoming? 3 Things That Could Influence Crypto Markets in the Week Ahead

Crypto markets near $4 trillion as altcoins surge. Key economic events this week include Fed Chair Powell’s speech and housing data. Bitcoin consolidates around $118K while Ethereum hits $3.8K.
NFT Market Cap Jumps 21% to $6.3B Overnight

The NFT market cap surged 21% to $6.3B overnight, driven by renewed interest in Ethereum-based collections like CryptoPunks, which saw a 14% floor price increase and $14.7M in sales.
US bank lobby challenges crypto firms’ bids for bank licences

US banking groups urge the OCC to delay crypto firms’ bank license approvals, citing policy concerns and insufficient public information about their business models.
Ethereum ATH Above $4,800? Here’s How High It Will Go If 2021 Repeats | Bitcoinist.com

Analysts predict Ethereum could surge to $41,000 if it mirrors its 2021 rally, potentially reaching a $5 trillion market cap. ETH’s performance outpaces Bitcoin, with experts debating its future growth.
‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’ author warns Bitcoin ‘bubble’ could burst soon

Robert Kiyosaki predicts Bitcoin, gold, and silver bubbles may burst soon, contradicting his earlier bullish stance. Analysts note his inconsistent predictions, while others defend Bitcoin’s long-term value.
Identifying TRUMP’s next price targets after its hike past $10.4

TRUMP memecoin surged past $10.44 resistance, showing bullish momentum with potential targets at $11.15 and $11.9. Strong buying volume and positive market indicators suggest further gains.
What the GENIUS Act Means for XRP Investors – Decrypt

The GENIUS Act provides regulatory clarity for stablecoin issuers like Ripple but has limited direct impact on XRP’s price. Ripple’s new stablecoin, RLUSD, positions it to compete with USDC and PayPal USD in the U.S. market.
Blistering NFT ‘sweep’ underway as CryptoPunks, Penguins surge

Blue-chip NFTs like CryptoPunks and Pudgy Penguins surge as investors rush back into the market, with floor prices spiking over 15% and sales volume up 303% in a single day.
How Ethereum’s breakout may be the spark that fuels altseason

Ethereum’s breakout and 41% altcoin market cap surge signal potential altseason. ETH’s gains against BTC and declining Bitcoin dominance suggest capital rotation into alts may be accelerating.
South Korea’s Bitcoin Price Slips 2%: BTC Trades at Deepest Discount of 2025 – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

Bitcoin prices in South Korea are trading at a 2% discount compared to global averages, marking the deepest discount of 2025 for 12 consecutive days.