- Hedera and Chainlink could benefit from inclusion in the U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve, boosting institutional adoption and market credibility.
- Despite recent corrections, Story and Ondo Finance reflect the growing importance of real-world asset tokenization in the crypto sector.
In addition to the top 10 major cryptocurrencies picked by Forbes for March, the upcoming week is poised to be pivotal for these five ‘Made in USA‘ cryptocurrencies. As they navigate critical support and resistance levels, their performances could have broader implications for the U.S. cryptocurrency market and its evolving regulatory landscape.
As the cryptocurrency landscape continues to evolve, particularly in the face of the SEC leadership shift that could reshape crypto regulations in 2025, as CNF highlighted, these U.S.-based coins are attracting significant market attention. Below is an overview of the top 5 ‘Made in USA’ cryptos poised for a pivotal week:
Hedera (HBAR): Eyeing Inclusion in the U.S. Crypto Reserve
Hedera has emerged as a prominent player among U.S.-based cryptocurrencies, with a market capitalization of approximately $8.8 billion. Speculation is mounting that HBAR may be considered for inclusion in the U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve, a move that could enhance its institutional adoption and market credibility.
However, HBAR currently trades at $0.1932 after experiencing a 7.99% decline over the past 24 hours and a 14.75% drop in the past week, raising concerns about its near-term performance.
Chainlink (LINK): Strengthening Blockchain Infrastructure
Chainlink continues to solidify its position as a leader in the oracle sector, playing a crucial role in integrating real-world data with blockchain networks. Its expanding involvement in real-world asset tokenization underscores its significance in blockchain infrastructure. As of now, LINK is trading at $12.70, reflecting a 10.35% decline in the past day and a 9.47% decline over the past week.
This prominence has fueled discussions about LINK’s potential inclusion in the U.S. Strategic Crypto Reserve. Currently, LINK is navigating pivotal support and resistance levels, with its performance in the coming days likely to influence investor sentiment and market dynamics.
Aptos (APT): Navigating Market Volatility
Aptos, a relatively new layer-1 blockchain, has garnered substantial attention due to its innovative approach and potential. Despite the buzz, APT has faced headwinds, currently trading at $5.31 with a 5.50% decline over the past day and a 3.41% drop in the past seven days.
Ondo Finance (ONDO): Capitalizing on Real-World Asset Tokenization
Ondo Finance has distinguished itself in the realm of real-world asset (RWA) tokenization. The platform’s total value locked (TVL) recently surpassed $1 billion, marking a 57% increase over 30 days.
However, ONDO has experienced a 22% decline in the past week, prompting investors to evaluate its short-term prospects.
Story (IP): Assessing Recent Corrections
Story (IP) has been a standout performer among U.S.-based cryptocurrencies, achieving a remarkable 77% surge over the last 30 days. Despite this impressive run, IP has undergone a 19% correction in the past week, bringing its market capitalization to approximately $1.27 billion.
