Radar Crypto — May 13, 2026
Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Bitcoin trades at US$ 79,401 after declining -1.4% in the last 24 hours, remaining above the weekly support of US$ 79,371 by just US$ 30. The 60.1% dominance reflects consolidation, while the global market of US$ 2.65 trillion digests uncertainties about US$ 70 million whale shorts reported by CoinTelegraph.
The Fear & Greed Index marks 42 points — moderate fear territory that historically precedes significant directional moves. With RSI at 64.8 approaching overbought territory, but SMA50 still 9.4% below SMA200, we have a mixed technical scenario that demands attention to upcoming breakouts.
Market Overview
Volume of US$ 92.83 billion indicates solid activity, but without panic or euphoria spikes. Ethereum at US$ 2,256 shows a weekly decline of -4.2%, steeper than BTC, signaling rotation toward lower-risk assets within the crypto universe itself.
According to CoinDesk, traders expect "rapid move to US$ 90K" after the CLARITY Act vote, but whales betting against the market with massive shorts create opposing tension. It's the classic tug of war between positive regulatory narrative and pressure from large players.
Technical Analysis: Bitcoin
BTC navigates delicate territory. Price above the 20 and 50 period moving averages indicates short-term trend still bullish, but the SMA200 at US$ 82,269 acts as important psychological resistance. RSI at 64.8 suggests there is room for more upside before entering overbought territory, but also alerts to possible technical correction.
Critical weekly support at US$ 79,371 was tested today and held. Breakdown below would open the path to monthly support at US$ 73,856 — a decline of nearly 7%. On the other hand, a break above US$ 82,146 (weekly and monthly resistance) would confirm resumption of the uptrend.
Análise Técnica — Bitcoin
Ethereum in Neutral Zone
ETH displays an even more mixed scenario. Neutral RSI at 50.2, price squeezed between SMA20 (US$ 2,313) and SMA50 (US$ 2,245), creating compression that usually precedes directional breakouts. The good news is that the 7-day support at US$ 2,255 aligns almost perfectly with monthly support, reinforcing this base.
Consensys IPO delay until fall, as reported by CoinDesk, removes a short-term catalyst, but does not fundamentally affect Ethereum's technical roadmap. The network continues evolving, with Solana testing "Alpenglow" upgrade creating healthy competition in the smart contracts space.
Análise Técnica — Ethereum
Highlighted Coins
Injective Protocol (INJ) leads gains with +7.7%, followed by mysterious "H" also at +7.7%. EDGE completes the podium with +6.7%. On the downside, SKYAI plummets -12.9%, VVV falls -11.2% and LUNC continues its volatility journey with -10.6%.
The diversity in movers shows a market without clear dominant narrative — some specific projects capture attention while others suffer profit-taking or abandonment.
Stablecoin Rates
Macro Context
Monthly Polymarket volume falling for the first time since August indicates cooling interest in prediction markets, traditionally correlated with crypto volatility. Whales shorting US$ 70 million in crypto and tech simultaneously suggest defensive positioning based on macro data that has not yet become public.
Societe Generale deploying stablecoins in Canton for tokenized finance reinforces institutional adoption, but generates no immediate price impact. It is infrastructure building for the next cycle.
Brazil Scenario
For Brazilian investors, the moment calls for tactical caution. With BTC in a zone of technical uncertainty and neutral-negative sentiment, it makes sense to await clearer signals. Definitive break above US$ 82K or below US$ 79K should dictate next moves.
Read also on ON3X: "Bitcoin Falls to US$ 80.5K" (05/12) analyzes recent selling pressure.
What to Watch Tomorrow
- Sustaining BTC support at US$ 79,371 — breakdown confirms deeper correction
- Bitcoin RSI: if it surpasses 70, watch for possible short-term top
- Volume: significant increase could signal imminent directional breakout
- Ethereum: breakout from the US$ 2,245-2,313 range will define trend
- News about the CLARITY Act and institutional positioning post-whale shorts
Disclaimer: Radar Crypto is published daily by the ON3X team for informational purposes only. This content does not constitute investment recommendation. Conduct your own research before making financial decisions.