Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Eyes $140K by Q3 as XRP, ETH, and RTX Gain Altcoin Momentum

The cryptocurrency market is showing renewed momentum, with Bitcoin (BTC) surging past $116,000 and breaking out of a recent consolidation phase. Analysts from Standard Chartered and Matrixport project a potential price range of $135,000–$140,000 for BTC by late Q3, driven by increased demand from ETFs and the recent halving event, which cut new supply in half [1]. While Bitcoin leads the charge, three altcoins are gaining attention for their strong growth potential.

XRP, Ripple’s native token, is regaining traction following the resolution of its SEC case. The token has climbed 5.9% in the past month, trading at around $3.23 [1]. Institutional partnerships and a renewed presence in U.S. and Asian markets have boosted confidence in XRP’s utility for cross-border transactions. Analysts argue that XRP remains a strong long-term investment, especially with growing global remittance volumes.

Ethereum (ETH) continues to solidify its position as the dominant smart contract platform. The token is currently hovering near $4,000, with Bloomberg analysts predicting a potential approval for spot ETH ETFs before September [1]. This, combined with rising interest in crypto staking, Layer 2 innovations, and the resurgence of NFTs, positions ETH as a resilient, high-utility asset for DeFi and institutional investors alike.

The most speculative play among the three is Remittix (RTX), a project aiming to disrupt the $19 trillion global payments sector. Unlike XRP and Ethereum, Remittix focuses on real-time crypto-to-FIAT transfers, bypassing centralized banking systems. The platform supports direct transfers across 30+ countries and has already raised $18.3 million [1]. Analysts are calling it a potential 100x altcoin, citing its working product model, live integrations, and upcoming wallet support. RTX is being positioned as a key player ahead of Q4 listings, with some calling it the most compelling early-stage investment in 2025.

While Bitcoin is expected to make a historic move, the altcoin narrative is just beginning. Investors are advised to monitor XRP, Ethereum, and Remittix closely for potential long-term gains. As the market matures, real-world utility and institutional adoption will likely play a decisive role in determining which altcoins succeed.

Source: [1] BTC tipped to reach $140K by Sep: 3 altcoins you shouldn’t miss out on (https://invezz.com/news/2025/08/09/btc-tipped-to-reach-140k-by-sep-3-altcoins-you-shouldnt-miss-out-on/)