Algorand slides 7.34% as sellers dominate short-term momentum

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Algorand drops 7.34% amid quantum news

Highlights

Algorand announced a phased rollout of quantum-resistant Falcon-1024 signatures and security upgrades, targeting long-term infrastructure risk.
Regulatory approval for Algorand’s listing on Japan’s JVCEA Green List expands institutional access, though price remains under broad selling pressure.
ALGO/USD trades below major moving averages with strong bearish signals, forecasting a high probability of a $0.0883 to $0.0961 range near intraday lows.

Quantum-resistance upgrades and Japan listing as selling pressure persists

The Algorand Foundation has outlined a detailed roadmap for achieving blockchain-wide quantum resistance, including phased implementation of Falcon-1024 signature accounts and upgrades to core security infrastructure, according to PRNewswire. This program addresses long-term technology risks and may shape institutional or developer confidence. Additionally, multi-signature and staking features were confirmed by CryptoBriefing and Coindesk to be transitioning to quantum-resistant standards under a public protocol timeline. Algorand also received regulatory approval for its listing on Japan’s JVCEA Green List, widening access on Japanese exchanges, as reported by Coinpedia, though price action has remained under broader selling pressure.

Downward momentum deepens as technical signals weaken

On the h1 timeframe, ALGO/USD trades below the MA-20 at $0.0971 and MA-50 at $0.0978, with the pair also positioned well under the daily MA-200 at $0.1086. The daily Ichimoku Kijun sits at $0.0981, forming immediate resistance. Support is identified at $0.0883 and resistance at $0.0961. Momentum signals remain weak: MACD and AO both indicate Sell, while ADX is Neutral and RSI stands at 34.373 with a Sell bias. Both the Stoch RSI and CCI are in oversold territory, reflecting stretched selling activity, and BBP confirms that sellers maintain control.

Sideways consolidation likely as breakout risk remains minimal

In the short term, ALGO/USD is likely to trade within the range of $0.0883 to $0.0961. Volatility is elevated, and the probability of an upward breakout is very low, while further downside remains highly likely. The base expectation is for the price to consolidate sideways within this volatility band. A bullish scenario requires a firm move above $0.0981, while a decisive drop below $0.0883 would confirm additional downside.

Anton Kharitonov, analyst at Traders Union, sees Algorand under clear selling pressure, with prices trading below all major moving averages and technical momentum indicators remaining weak. He notes that while plans for quantum-resistant upgrades and new Japanese market access are industry positives, neither has stemmed downside price action. The expert remains skeptical of recovery prospects as long as resistance at $0.0981 holds. "Without a firm move above $0.0981, the selling bias remains dominant and further declines look more probable than any near-term bounce."

Previously it was reported that Algorand faced continued bearish momentum, with long-term trends clouded by subdued technical signals despite regulatory and development progress. Current conditions further reinforce this outlook, highlighting persistent downside risks, and traders should closely monitor for a confirmed break below $0.0883 as a signal for additional weakness.

Source of Data: ALGO Price Analysis by TU

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