Cardano price is facing strong resistance as it struggles to maintain momentum above the $0.70 mark. The price battle comes amid the U.S. SEC delaying its decision on the Canary Capital ADA exchange-traded fund (ETF) application until May 29, prolonging uncertainty in the market. While whale accumulation suggests confidence among investors, ADA price action remains constrained within key technical levels, raising concerns about a decline to $0.30.

Cardano Price: Analysts Warn of a Drop To $0.30

According to recent Cardano price trends, the top altcoin remains in a critical position as it hovers around the $0.70 mark. Analysts warn that if ADA fails to hold above this level, the price could drop to $0.50 and potentially extend losses toward $0.30.

Crypto analyst Dan Gambardello noted that ADA is struggling to hold its 200-week moving average, a crucial technical indicator. If the altcoin loses support in this range, selling pressure may increase, pushing the price lower. This scenario aligns with past market trends, where similar breakdowns resulted in sharp declines. 

Moreover, Gambardello described the top altcoin as being “at war,” highlighting the uncertainty caused by the SEC’s decision to delay ETF ruling. This delay has left investors hesitant, with many awaiting regulatory clarity before making moves.

Additionally, Gambardello warned that external economic factors, such as the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions, could further impact ADA price. If the Fed’s actions disappoint the market, volatility could drive crypto prices lower, with ADA potentially dropping to $0.50.

However, a sustained hold above the 200-week MA and a break past $0.78-$0.80 could trigger bullish momentum, possibly pushing ADA toward $1.25. This level, Gambardello suggests, represents the “upper end of the bull market doors,” a critical threshold Cardano price.

Technical Pattern Suggest Breakout

Additionally, Ali Martinez identified a right-angle descending wedge pattern in Cardano price movements, signaling a potential breakout. The altcoin price is currently squeezed between a downward-sloping trendline and horizontal resistance, a setup that often precedes a significant price shift.

For a bullish breakout, ADA must break above the $1.20 resistance level. If this occurs with strong momentum, it could trigger further upside movement. However, failure to surpass resistance may result in extended consolidation or a downward move to the  $0.30 mark.

Whale Investors Accumulate 180M ADA

Despite recent volatility, large investors have increased their holdings in Cardano. On-chain data shows that wallets holding between 1 million and 10 million ADA have accumulated 180 million tokens in the past week. This trend suggests strong confidence among major investors.

Whale accumulation often reduces the circulating supply, potentially leading to price stabilization or upward movement. 

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has postponed its decision on the Grayscale Cardano ETF. This delay adds to market uncertainty, as ETF approvals often influence investor sentiment. The SEC has also delayed other crypto ETF applications, including those for Solana, XRP, Dogecoin, and Litecoin.

Additionally, The Simpsons shared a more intriguing prediction by suggesting the top altcoin could reach $36, sparking debate among investors.

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Ronny Mugendi

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