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- Bullish Chart Pattern: ADA forms an ascending triangle near $0.73, signaling a potential breakout above $0.76.
- Altcoin Rally Potential: Ethereum’s movement may spark a wider altcoin surge, lifting ADA.
- Strong Fundamentals: Staking, treasury, and stablecoin demand remain solid despite market pressure.
Cardano (ADA) is back on traders’ radars as bullish technical signals suggest a potential breakout toward the $1 mark. Currently trading near $0.73, ADA is forming an ascending triangle on the 4-hour chart — a pattern often associated with upward price momentum.
According to crypto analyst WHALES_CRYPTOzz, the resistance zone between $0.74 and $0.76 has been tested multiple times, while a series of higher lows underscores strengthening buying pressure. “A breakout above the horizontal resistance could push $ADA towards $1,” the analyst said on X. Short-term targets include $0.81, $0.88, and a pre-psychological resistance near $0.996.
Despite flat trading volumes and a sideways 50-period moving average, the chart’s compression phase is nearing an apex. If ADA breaks out convincingly, technical traders expect swift gains.
However, failure to clear resistance could reverse momentum. A drop below the ascending trendline near $0.69 might send ADA back to its support range between $0.64 and $0.59.
Ethereum’s Breakout Could Fuel Altcoin Momentum
Prominent analyst Dan Gambardello sees a broader catalyst in play. He points to Ethereum (ETH), which is currently testing a long-term trendline. If ETH breaks higher, it could ignite a market-wide altcoin rally — with ADA primed to benefit.
Gambardello describes ADA’s price action as a “coiling effect,” noting the repeated cycles of rise and consolidation suggest strength building under the surface. He draws comparisons to earlier ADA cycles, but this time sees the potential for a steadier, more sustainable breakout.
CARDANO LOADED Like NEVER Before! ETHEREUM About to UNLEASH Altcoins
— Dan Gambardello (@cryptorecruitr) May 22, 2025
Intro 00:00
Altcoins coiling 1:10
New Ethereum signal 4:30
Cardano 8:50 pic.twitter.com/cFsUb346i0
Fundamentals Remain Solid Despite Market Pressure
Beyond price charts, Cardano’s fundamentals remain resilient. Messari’s Q1 2025 report highlighted a 30% surge in stablecoin demand on Cardano, now totaling $30.1 million across assets like USDM, IUSD, and USDA. Staking participation remains firm, with just a 1% dip to 21.6 billion ADA staked.
Also Read: Cardano Bears Take Control: $943K Liquidated as ADA Eyes $0.72
Although the network’s treasury value fell 19% in dollar terms to $1.1 billion, it grew 5% in ADA terms, reaching 1.7 billion coins — underscoring continued long-term commitment.
As technical indicators align and broader altcoin optimism builds, ADA’s push toward the $1 milestone could soon be within reach — provided it breaks through resistance and rides the next wave of market momentum.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
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