
Bitcoin Uptrend Remains Alive Despite Bearish Pressure Below $78,800
Bitcoin shows resilience despite bearish pressure below $78,800, with $77,000 as a key support level.

By mid-April 2026, the XRP/BTC pair reached a crucial 200-week moving average, indicating potential for either a strong rebound or a bearish trend. XRP is currently trading above $1.40 while Bitcoin is around $77,000.
By mid-April 2026, the XRP/BTC pair reached a critical point at the 200-week moving average — a level that has historically acted either as a foundation for a strong rebound or as confirmation of a prolonged bearish trend. While Bitcoin is trading around $77,000, XRP is showing relative strength, holding above $1.40.
The current XRP/BTC rate stands at approximately 0.00001920 BTC, according to TradingView. The asset is in a historical support zone, attracting attention from those seeking an entry point for an “alternative” rally, considering XRP’s appeal as a key retail token.

XRP/BTC weekly chart, Source: TradingView
Over the past week, XRP has risen by 10%, reaching $1.44, allowing it to outperform Bitcoin and Ethereum in weekly growth for the first time since January. Still, the XRP/BTC chart maintains a “death cross” structure, where the 50-day and 200-day moving averages remain above the current price, applying pressure.
XRP’s ability to outperform the flagship in the remaining part of April directly depends on holding the current support at 0.00001921 BTC. If the candle closes below it, XRP risks turning into a “permanent falling knife” against Bitcoin. In favor of the altcoin play such fundamental factors as:
The 0.00001823 BTC level is crucial as it represents a historical support zone that could indicate a strong rebound or a bearish trend for XRP.
In April 2026, the XRP/BTC rate is approximately 0.00001920 BTC, while Bitcoin is trading around $77,000.
XRP's price outlook is influenced by its relative strength above $1.40, historical support levels, and its appeal as a retail token.

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In terms of technicals, 0.00002135 BTC is the local high-low level, a breakout of which would confirm an exit from the descending wedge. The target upon a breakout would be 0.00002263 BTC — where the main liquidity cluster is located.