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TON’s Last Stand: Can It Hold the Line at $5.30?

Pavel Durov, Telegram, TON

TON
  • Telegram’s TON faced a 20% drop following Durov’s arrest, currently trading near $5.60, a crucial support level.
  • CEO Pavel Durov’s arrest sparked concerns about Telegram’s future.
  • TON’s future may depend on its adoption within the broader ecosystem.

TON, the native cryptocurrency of the Telegram Open Network (TON), posted heightened volatility, plunging by 20% following the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in Paris. The token is currently trading around $5.60, but analysts are closely watching its performance near a crucial support level. Durov’s arrest has sent shockwaves through the crypto community.

The current market sentiment for Ton coin is bearish with price teetering above a key support trendline at $5.30. This level is considered critical for maintaining bullish momentum. If TON can successfully defend this support, there is a possibility of a rebound and further price appreciation. Market analysts are closely monitoring this support line, as a break below could trigger additional selling pressure.

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On the other hand, a successful breakout, particularly a close above the 200-day moving average (MA200) could indicate a shift in sentiment and open the door for a rally towards the resistance zone around $8.15.

Durov’s Arrest: A Catalyst for Ton’s Next Move

This sharp decline comes in the wake of the arrest of the 39-year-old Russian-born billionaire Durov, a prominent figure in the tech industry, at Le Bourget airport outside Paris. While the circumstances surrounding his arrest remain unclear, the incident has sparked concerns about the future of Telegram and its associated projects, leading to a sell-off in Toncoin.

Telegram, based in Dubai, has gained massive popularity over the years to become a major social media platform with close to 1 billion users globally. The app is particularly influential in regions such as Russia, Ukraine, and other former Soviet republics. Despite Durov’s commitment to keeping Telegram neutral and free from geopolitical influence, the platform has faced scrutiny from European governments over security and data privacy issues.

While the arrest of Durov has created uncertainty, it’s important to note that Telegram’s operations are not directly tied to its native token. The coin’s long-term prospects may hinge on several factors such as its adoption within the TON ecosystem and broader market trends.

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