|

Why the Polkadot price is a gambler’s vice

  • DOT price trades at the upper bounds of a tight spread range.
  • Polkadot price consolidated still below a parallel channel. 
  • Invalidation of the neutral thesis is a breach above $11.34.

Polkadot has a double scenario-like price action that needs further investigation before forecasting a profitable trade.Traders should consider looking for more profitable opportunities.

Polkadot price could go either way

Polkadot price is portraying itself as a questionable digital asset within the crypto ecosystem. The DOT price has had several  liquidity hunts on both sides of the playing field throughout the month of May. The unpredictable price action displayed from DOT price could be Market Makers' validating the idea for a $10-10.50 zone to continue out for a few weeks. If market conditions continue, the Maker Maker's strategy to induce traders to take a long position for minimal returns could occur.

Polkadot price provides further confluence of the tight range to continue as the current $10.33 still resides below a parallel consolidation channel. Buying now could be a high-risk entry since the trend channel has not been breached. Shorting the digital asset before the breach could also be a trade setup doomed for failure as Market Makers could continue to trap liquidity. 

DOT/USDT 4-Hour Chart

DOT/USDT 4-Hour Chart

The invalidation of the neutral bias will be a breach of $11.34. If this event occurs, analysts can deem the current downtrend as over for now. The DOT price could potentially rally back $15, resulting in a 50% increase from the current Polkadot price.

Author

More from FXStreet Team
Share:

Markets move fast. We move first.

Orange Juice Newsletter brings you expert driven insights - not headlines. Every day on your inbox.

By subscribing you agree to our Terms and conditions.

Editor's Picks

XRP rebounds amid ETF inflows and declining retail demand demand

XRP rebounds as bulls target a short-term breakout above $2.00 on Friday. XRP ETFs record the highest inflow since December 8, signaling growing institutional appetite.

Bitcoin Price Annual Forecast: BTC holds long-term bullish structure heading into 2026

Bitcoin (BTC) is wrapping up 2025 as one of its most eventful years, defined by unprecedented institutional participation, major regulatory developments, and extreme price volatility.

World Liberty Financial recovers as community votes to unlock treasury funds for USD1 adoption

World Liberty Financial recovers over 3% on Friday, holding ground at a key support trendline. Community begins voting to unlock roughly 5% WLFI treasury funds to incentivize USD1 stablecoin adoption.

Crypto Today: Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP rebound amid bearish market conditions

Bitcoin (BTC) is edging higher, trading above $88,000 at the time of writing on Monday. Altcoins, including Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP), are following in BTC’s footsteps, experiencing relief rebounds following a volatile week.

Orange Juice Newsletter – Smart insights by real people. Every day.

A free newsletter highlighting key market trends to help traders stay a step ahead. Daily insights on the most relevant trading topics, compiled by our experts in an easy-to-read format so you never miss an important move.

Bitcoin: Fed delivers, yet fails to impress BTC traders

Bitcoin (BTC) continues de trade within the recent consolidation phase, hovering around $92,000 at the time of writing on Friday, as investors digest the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) cautious December rate cut and its implications for risk assets.