Ripple’s Euro Tease & SHIB’s Triumph: Bitcoin’s Gold Dilemma

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TL;DR

  • Ripple’s “euro mystery”: CTO Emeritus David Schwartz teased the possible launch of a Ripple euro stablecoin (RLEUR). This follows Ripple securing an EMI license in Luxembourg, granting it payment authority across all 27 EU countries. Because nothing says “we’re about to launch a stablecoin” like posting a picture of a constellation that also happens to be on your average euro bill. How clever!
  • Shiba Inu (SHIB) defies Fed: Despite hawkish FOMC signals and a Dow Jones dip, SHIB remains a top bullish bet on Binance. Whale sentiment has surged to a 1.11 Long/Short ratio, showing strong accumulation near the $0.00000570 support level. Shiba Inu, the cryptocurrency equivalent of a meme that refuses to die, is now the Fed’s least favorite pet. Good for it.
  • Bitcoin vs. gold warning: Analyst Benjamin Cowen predicts a potential 30% drop for Bitcoin relative to gold. While BTC trades near $69,000, it is currently underperforming as a “safe haven” compared to precious metals. Bitcoin, the asset that’s less reliable than a toddler’s promise to clean their room, is now being compared to gold. Aww, how cute.
  • Post-FOMC market shift: As of March 19, 2026, the market has transitioned from euphoria to institutional accumulation. With interest rates holding steady, analysts eye the second half of 2026 for the next major bull cycle. Because nothing says “excitement” like waiting for a bull cycle that might or might not happen, depending on whether the Fed feels like being nice.

Ripple and “euro mystery”: Is David Schwartz teasing new stablecoin?

David Schwartz, who now holds the position of CTO Emeritus at Ripple, posted an image on social media of the “Eurion constellation,” a protective pattern used on euro banknotes. For the XRP community, this became a fairly transparent hint at the imminent launch of Ripple’s official euro-denominated stablecoin. Because nothing says “we’re serious about Europe” like a cryptic image of a banknote’s security feature. Truly, a masterstroke.

Although Ripple has not yet released its own euro token, other similar solutions are already active on the XRP Ledger – EURCV by Société Générale FORGE, Stasis Euro (EURS). In addition, a consortium of 10 major European banks, including ING and UniCredit, is preparing to launch its own MiCA-compliant euro stablecoin in the second half of 2026. Because why have one stablecoin when you can have a dozen, all vying for the same slice of the EU’s financial pie?

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What is this?
Wrong answers only.

– David ‘JoelKatz’ Schwartz (@JoelKatz) March 18, 2026

Backing theories about RLEUR’s imminent launch, Ripple recently completed large-scale “legal clearance” across the European region in February 2026. The company obtained an Electronic Money Institution license in Luxembourg, granting it the right to operate across all 27 EU countries. FCA licenses in the United Kingdom were also secured. Because nothing says “we’re ready for the future” like getting a bunch of paperwork approved. Truly, a marvel of modern bureaucracy.

It seems that Schwartz’s hint, against the backdrop of all these developments, is not even a hint but rather a light insider signal to his followers that the Ripple and XRP ecosystem is about to expand across the Old Continent. Or, as we like to call it, “the part of the world that’s not America, but still wants to be part of the crypto party.”

Shiba Inu (SHIB) emerges as top Binance traders’ main bullish bet after FOMC

On the other side of the crypto market, Shiba Inu is demonstrating remarkable resilience despite hawkish pauses by the U.S. Federal Reserve, which has kept rates in the 3.5-3.75% corridor, and the Dow Jones index falling 1.6% over the past 24 hours. Because nothing says “resilience” like a meme coin that’s somehow still standing, even as the rest of the market collapses around it.

Major players on Binance are making bullish bets on the meme coin. According to Binance data, the Top Trader Long/Short Ratio chart has recorded a qualitative shift in whale sentiment. The indicator has surged to 1.11, the highest level in the past three weeks. Because nothing says “confidence” like a 1.11 ratio. I mean, who needs sleep when you can just keep buying?

It can be said that the market has officially exited the uncertainty phase of early March. Or, as I like to call it, “the phase where everyone’s just pretending they know what’s going on.”

In addition, 52.53% of the total position volume among top traders is currently open on the buy side. By the number of accounts, the dominance is even more significant at 57.75%, with a ratio of 1.37. Because nothing says “market confidence” like a 57.75% buy-side dominance. Truly, a testament to human folly.

Shiba Inu is trading near strong support around the $0.0000057 level. While the traditional market is slipping into pessimism, Binance’s top traders are accumulating Shiba Inu and betting on speculative upside, viewing the current correction as an ideal entry point ahead of the second half of the year. Because nothing says “speculative” like buying a coin that’s basically a joke, but with a 57% chance of being a joke. What could go wrong?

Bitcoin vs. gold: Benjamin Cowen predicts 30% drop

In contrast to XRP, Ripple and Shiba Inu, the broader crypto market is still facing strengthening bearish sentiment, while Bitcoin is correcting below the $70,000 level. Thus, Benjamin Cowen draws attention to the alarming dynamics of the cryptocurrency relative to traditional safe-haven assets. Because nothing says “alarming” like a 30% drop in value. Truly, a crisis of epic proportions.

He points out that the BTC-to-gold ratio, which earlier this year tested two-year lows, could break down toward the lower boundary of its historical range within the year. If his forecast materializes, the first cryptocurrency could lose another 30% of its value relative to gold. Because nothing says “optimism” like predicting a 30% loss. What a gem.

According to Cowen, the BTC/gold chart serves as a key barometer of global risk appetite. The chart he presented shows a downward trend. Bitcoin failed to hold above key moving averages against gold, indicating a recurring pattern in which the asset often tests the lower boundary of its long-term channel before beginning a truly parabolic rise. A 30% decline relative to gold does not necessarily imply a collapse in Bitcoin’s dollar price, but it does point to its underperformance in current market conditions. Because nothing says “underperformance” like being worse than gold. Truly, a shining example of mediocrity.

Gold is becoming a more attractive asset for capital preservation in the short term. Nevertheless, Cowen expects that a bottom in this pair could be reached in the second half of 2026, potentially becoming an ideal entry point for those waiting for a final capitulation before a new bull cycle. Because nothing says “hope” like waiting for a market crash that might or might not happen. What a thrill.

For many, this sounds like an alarm bell, yet for market veterans it is simply another cleansing phase before a long-awaited surge upward. Or, as I like to call it, “the part where everyone pretends they knew it all along.”

Crypto market outlook: Is this moment of truth after FOMC meeting?

The cryptocurrency market has reached a critical turning point after the latest Federal Reserve meeting. After a wild ride that saw Bitcoin jump to $76,000 and then drop back below $70,000, investors are wondering if the rally is over. Because nothing says “critical turning point” like a coin that’s bouncing up and down like a hyperactive squirrel.

The current situation shows a clear change from a time when retail was the main focus to a more careful approach. The data shows that big institutions are now shaping the narrative, while retail investors are still a bit cautious. Because nothing says “cautious” like watching the market with the same level of excitement as a toddler at a library.

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) decided to keep things as they are for now, so there is no sign of interest rate cuts on the horizon. If the Fed does not shift its stance a bit more dovishly, the market will stay in a wait-and-see mode, and it will be macro stability that will drive the next leg up. Because nothing says “macro stability” like a bunch of bankers sipping coffee and pretending they have a plan.

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2026-03-19 16:26