Date: Mon, Jan 27, 2025, 09:35 AM GMT
The cryptocurrency market today is experiencing a significant downturn, with Bitcoin (BTC) plummeting by over 5% to trade below $100,000. This decline has coincided with a global pullback in financial indices, potentially fueled by the launch of China’s Deep Seek AI Model. The AI model, reportedly running on reduced-capability chips, raises concerns over U.S. technological dominance, adding to the market’s uncertainty.
Amid this turbulence, leading altcoins Solana (SOL) and Cardano (ADA) have also faced substantial corrections, shedding average 10% of their value.
Source: Coinmarketcap Despite the declines, both tokens are trading at critical support levels, hinting at the possibility of a rebound.
Solana (SOL)
On the 4-hour chart, SOL is forming a descending triangle pattern. The recent rejection from the descending resistance at $256, along with a breakdown of the 50SMA, has brought SOL to its key support zone between $220 and $229. Currently trading at $225, SOL is holding above the 125SMA, which coincides with the support zone.
Solana (SOL) 4H Chart/Coinsprobe (Source: Tradingview) This confluence of support indicates that SOL could potentially bounce back towards the descending resistance, provided the 125SMA continues to hold.
MACD Analysis: The MACD is showing bearish momentum, with the signal line crossing below the MACD line. However, a potential shift towards recovery may occur if SOL consolidates above the current support.
Cardano (ADA)
Similarly, ADA is exhibiting a descending triangle pattern on its daily chart. After being rejected at $0.99 and breaking below its 50SMA, ADA has reached a key support zone around $0.8550. It is currently trading at $0.88 after demonstrating resilience at this level.
Cardano (ADA) 1D Chart/Coinsprobe (Source: Tradingview) ADA’s ability to hold the 100SMA along with its support zone suggests a potential rebound toward the 50SMA and the descending triangle’s resistance.
MACD Analysis: The MACD is in a bearish zone, with the histogram showing slight signs of recovery. A shift to bullish momentum would further support a rebound from the current levels.
What’s Next?
Both SOL and ADA are showing resilience at their respective support levels, but the broader market’s direction, especially BTC dominance, will play a crucial role in determining the next move.
BTC Dominance Analysis: BTC dominance has formed a rising wedge pattern on the 4-hour chart, a bearish formation that often leads to breakdowns. Dominance recently reached a high of 59.58% before facing rejection and is now trading at 59.34%.
BTC Dominance 4H Chart/Coinsprobe (Source: Tradingview) A further decline in BTC dominance towards the wedge’s lower support could trigger a recovery rally in altcoins, including SOL and ADA.
Conclusion
While the market remains volatile, the critical support levels for SOL and ADA offer potential opportunities for recovery. Traders should closely monitor BTC dominance and the altcoin market’s reaction at these levels.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and not financial advice. Always conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies.
