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Krypto-Märkte unter Druck: Inflationsdaten und politische Aussagen sorgen für Turbulenzen
On August 14, 2025, the cryptocurrency markets experienced significant downward pressure, with Bitcoin dropping to $118,768, a decrease of 1.5%. Ethereum lost 3.67% and was quoted at $4,539, while XRP plummeted by 5.28% to $3.10 (as of 15:20 CEST). The main triggers were new statements from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and unexpectedly high inflation data from the US. According to Wallstreet Online, Bessent announced that the US would halt further Bitcoin purchases and instead utilize confiscated cryptocurrency holdings to bolster reserves, which are currently estimated at $15 to $20 billion. The sale of existing Bitcoin holdings will also be stopped.
| Asset | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | $118,768 | -1.5% |
| Ethereum | $4,539 | -3.67% |
| XRP | $3.10 | -5.28% |
The US Producer Price Index (PPI) for July rose by 0.9% compared to the previous month, far exceeding analyst expectations of 0.2%. Year-on-year, the PPI increased by 3.3%, also above the forecasted 2.5%. The core PPI, excluding food and energy prices, also jumped by 0.9%, again surpassing the expected 0.2%. These figures have cast doubt on the likelihood of an imminent interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Initial jobless claims for the week ending August 9 stood at 224,000, slightly below the expected 228,000, while continuing claims remained at 1.95 million. Despite these macroeconomic signals, Bessent called for aggressive rate cuts totaling 150 to 175 basis points, starting with a 50 basis point cut in September. The current federal funds rate range is 4.25% to 4.5%.
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- US Treasury reserves in Bitcoin: $15–20 billion
- PPI (July, MoM): +0.9% (expected: +0.2%)
- PPI (YoY): +3.3% (expected: +2.5%)
- Core PPI (MoM): +0.9% (expected: +0.2%)
- Initial jobless claims: 224,000 (expected: 228,000)
- Continuing claims: 1.95 million
Summary: The combination of unexpectedly high inflation data and political intervention has led to significant price declines in the crypto market, with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and XRP all experiencing notable losses. (Source: Wallstreet Online)
XRP Ledger: Between Global Backbone and Overvaluation Concerns
BeInCrypto reports that the XRP Ledger (XRPL) is at a crossroads. While Ripple CTO David Schwartz praises the XRPL infrastructure for its resilience and interoperability, on-chain data paints a more sobering picture. Over the past 30 days, the number of transactions on XRPL fell from 2.59 million to 1.59 million, a 38% decrease. Payments processed on the network dropped by nearly 50%, from 1.5 million to 835,000. The total value locked (TVL) on XRPL is only $90.57 million, with app revenue in the $200–$300 range and total app fees of $1,367. This results in a market cap to TVL ratio of 2,200x, much higher than most major chains.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Transactions (30 days) | 1.59 million (down from 2.59 million) |
| Payments (30 days) | 835,000 (down from 1.5 million) |
| Total Value Locked (TVL) | $90.57 million |
| Market Cap | $190 billion |
| Market Cap/TVL Ratio | 2,200x |
| XRP Price | $3.30 |
"RSI shows bearish divergence → potential drop to $2.32. Speculation is extremely high, but will chain growth catch up before the price cools?" – Tyler Hill, Investment Analyst
Despite a nearly 600% increase in XRP since November, the gap between price and fundamental chain data has widened. While bullish investors cite XRPL's long history, payment efficiency, and institutional-grade architecture, skeptics point to declining transaction volumes and a small DeFi footprint as evidence that the network's promised global scale remains distant. (Source: BeInCrypto)
Summary: The XRP Ledger faces a critical juncture, with strong technical infrastructure but declining usage metrics and a high market cap to TVL ratio, raising questions about its current valuation.
XRP Shows Resilience Amid Warning Signs – Maxi Doge Presale Surges
According to FinanzNachrichten.de, XRP remains stable at around $3.25. CoinCodex data forecasts a rise to $3.81 by mid-November, representing a 14.95% increase. The market environment is bullish, with a Fear & Greed Index of 73 indicating strong buying sentiment. Over the past 30 days, XRP recorded 14 green trading days and a volatility of 5.78%.
- Current XRP price: $3.25
- Forecast (mid-November): $3.81 (+14.95%)
- Fear & Greed Index: 73 (strong buying sentiment)
- Green trading days (30 days): 14
- Volatility: 5.78%
However, technical warning signs persist. Public interest in XRP is significantly lower than during previous price peaks, and the RSI in the weekly chart shows declining highs despite higher price highs, indicating weakening trend strength. Over 95% of circulating XRP is currently in profit, a situation that has historically led to increased profit-taking. Binance recently saw the second-highest XRP inflow ever, a pattern previously observed before significant pullbacks.
Meanwhile, the meme coin Maxi Doge ($MAXI) has attracted $800,000 in its presale within two weeks. The project aims to challenge Shiba Inu and Dogecoin, with a 1,000x leverage launch and plans to invest 25% of presale proceeds in the Maxi Fund. Analysts from 99Bitcoins and ClayBro see a potential price target of $0.03 for Maxi Doge, representing a possible increase of over 11,000% from the current presale price of $0.000252.
Summary: XRP remains stable with bullish sentiment, but technical indicators and large wallet movements suggest caution. Maxi Doge is making waves in the meme coin sector with a strong presale. (Source: FinanzNachrichten.de)
Bitcoin Hits Record High – Institutional Investors Drive Market
Bloomberg.com reports that Bitcoin reached a new all-time high, surpassing $124,000 for the first time on Thursday morning. The previous record, set on July 14, was $123,205.12. At times, Bitcoin traded at $124,514, marking a daily gain of 1.3% after a 2.3% increase on Wednesday. The surge is attributed to growing risk appetite in the stock market, fueled by increasing bets on Federal Reserve rate cuts. Ether and XRP also saw gains alongside Bitcoin.
| Asset | New High | Previous High | Daily Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | $124,514 | $123,205.12 | +1.3% |
Summary: Bitcoin reached a new record high, driven by institutional investors and expectations of interest rate cuts, with Ether and XRP also benefiting from the positive market environment. (Source: Bloomberg.com)
Ripple Flash Crash: XRP Drops to $3 – $62 Million Liquidated
DE.COM reports a flash crash for Ripple (XRP) on Thursday, with the token dropping nearly 5% to around $3.10. The critical support at $3.00 held, but market nervousness increased due to rising US inflation concerns. CoinGlass data shows that $62 million in XRP positions were liquidated in the past 24 hours, with $57 million lost by long traders and only about $5 million on the short side.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| XRP Price | $3.10 |
| Total Liquidations (24h) | $62 million |
| Long Liquidations | $57 million |
| Short Liquidations | $5 million |
Analyst David_kml notes that institutional adoption of the XRP Ledger for international transactions continues to grow, with increasing partnerships and transaction volumes. The resolution of the long-standing legal dispute between Ripple Labs and the SEC is also providing fresh momentum. Analyst CRYPTOWZRD sees XRP at a critical juncture, with resistance at $3.30 and support at $3.23. A breakout above $3.40 could target $3.65.
"Above $3.40, the next trade setup emerges – our current position would then be secured." – CRYPTOWZRD, Analyst
Summary: XRP experienced a flash crash with significant liquidations, but institutional adoption and the end of the SEC lawsuit could provide medium-term support. The $3.00 level remains a crucial test. (Source: DE.COM)
Panic in the Crypto Market: XRP Drops Sharply After Inflation Shock
Newsbit.de reports that XRP suffered a sharp decline along with the broader crypto market after unexpectedly high US inflation data. The US Producer Price Index (PPI) rose 3.3% year-on-year (expected: 2.5%) and 0.9% month-on-month, the largest increase since June 2022. Bitcoin fell from $121,100 to $118,800 within half an hour, Ethereum dropped 3.5% to $4,550, and XRP lost over 6% in an hour to $3.10. The decline was attributed to macroeconomic uncertainty rather than XRP-specific news, with investors taking profits and seeking safety as the likelihood of a rate cut diminished.
- PPI (YoY): +3.3% (expected: +2.5%)
- PPI (MoM): +0.9% (largest since June 2022)
- Bitcoin: $121,100 → $118,800 (in 30 minutes)
- Ethereum: -3.5% to $4,550
- XRP: -6% to $3.10 (in 1 hour)
The central bank faces a dilemma: fight inflation or support a cooling economy. This uncertainty is directly reflected in pressure on risk assets like crypto. Despite recent optimism among investors, XRP remains vulnerable to macroeconomic shocks.
Summary: The crypto market, including XRP, reacted sharply to higher-than-expected US inflation data, with significant price drops and increased uncertainty about future monetary policy. (Source: Newsbit.de)
Sources:
- Krypto-Crash droht: Ether und XRP fallen nach Bessent-Aussage und US-PPI-Daten - 14.08.2025
- Wendepunkt für XRP Ledger: Globales Finanzrückgrat oder 190 Mrd. USD Illusion?
- XRP zeigt Stärke trotz Warnsignalen - Maxi Doge sammelt 800.000 US-Dollar
- Bitcoin erreicht Rekordhoch mit Schub institutioneller Investoren - Auch Ether, XRP steigen
- Ripple Flash Crash: XRP fällt auf 3 Dollar – 62 Mio. weg!
- Panik am Kryptomarkt: XRP fällt stark nach Inflationsschock
