Top nine tokens to watch in the upcoming bull run

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Spotlight Wire As the next crypto bull cycle begins to stir, smart investors are preparing for explosive opportunities. With whale activity on the rise, new launches gaining traction, and institutional signals pointing towards growth, these nine tokens stand out as top contenders offering potentially high returns by year-end.
Here are nine tokens heating up for massive gains:
Little Pepe (LILPEPE) – $ 3.5 M+ raised in presale, Layer 2 meme chain, sniper-bot resistant.
– $ 3.5 M+ raised in presale, Layer 2 meme chain, sniper-bot resistant. Sui (SUI) – Surpassed Solana in stablecoin volume, $10+ year-end potential.
– Surpassed Solana in stablecoin volume, $10+ year-end potential. Cardano (ADA) – Whale accumulation + ETF buzz, poised for breakout.
– Whale accumulation + ETF buzz, poised for breakout. Solana (SOL) – Nasdaq exposure + ETF listing, aiming for $280.
– Nasdaq exposure + ETF listing, aiming for $280. Hyperliquid (HYPE) – Whale re-entry at $10M, diamond bottom pattern forming.
– Whale re-entry at $10M, diamond bottom pattern forming. Aptos (APT) – Wyoming state stablecoin candidate, 71% discounted from the ATH.
– Wyoming state stablecoin candidate, 71% discounted from the ATH. Dogecoin (DOGE) – $10 prediction tied to Bitcoin ATH, parabolic rally setup.
– $10 prediction tied to Bitcoin ATH, parabolic rally setup. Ripple (XRP) – Massive open interest, short squeeze potential.
– Massive open interest, short squeeze potential. SPX6900 (SPX) – Up 19,752% in 12 months, outpacing top memecoins.
Little Pepe (LILPEPE): The meme coin building its kingdomForget riding on Ethereum's back or wearing OG PEPE regalia. Little Pepe (LILPEPE) is creating its own Layer 2 chain, explicitly built for meme coins. This makes it the foundation for the next generation of meme-based projects. And investors are jumping in fast: Stage 3 of the presale has raised over $3.5 million, with Stage 4 about to launch at $0.0014. What sets Little Pepe apart? Sniper bots are restricted on this chain, giving early investors a more level playing field. The network also offers high-speed transactions, minimal fees, and includes a built-in meme launchpad as part of its ecosystem. Additionally, it supports a zero-tax model on both buys and sells, contributing to a more streamlined and accessible decentralised finance (DeFi) experience.LILPEPE has already surpassed early projections, with Stage 4 positioned to go live at $0.0014, marking a 40% increase from Stage 1. Add to that a $777,000 giveaway now live, with 10 lucky winners set to receive $77,000 each in tokens. With two top-tier centralised exchange listings most likely and potential plans to launch on the world's largest exchange, it seems that LILPEPE is poised for a breakout. Sui (SUI): Surpassing Solana and eyeing $10
One of the most technically promising Layer-1 blockchains in 2025, Sui has processed over $40 billion in stablecoin transfers, beating Solana and indicating that its DeFi ecosystem is scaling at an impressive rate. This is also a nod to developer trust and user demand. What's even more compelling is that Sui is in the process of forming a strong reversal pattern near key Fibonacci support zones. Analysts are monitoring the $1.87–$2.62 range as a potential accumulation zone. A move back above $3.40 could indicate renewed momentum and may open the path for further upside, with some projections suggesting the possibility of reaching higher price levels by year-end.
Sui Price Chart l Source: Man of Bitcoin on X
Daily relative strength index (RSI) levels entering historical reversal territory and growing interest from institutional players support the bullish thesis. If a is approved and on-chain metrics continue to climb, $SUI could surge to $10–$12, making it a top candidate for growth in the next leg of the bull cycle.
Cardano (ADA): Whales loading up before lift-off
Cardano's recent price movements may have been modest, but under the hood, whales seem to be making massive moves. Over 120 million ADA tokens were scooped up in recent weeks, signalling strategic accumulation. This level of buying interest typically precedes major rallies in ADA's cycle.From a technical standpoint, ADA is coiling within a bullish wedge, while the RSI and moving average convergence divergence (MACD) indicators suggest an upward movement is imminent. Cardano's historical breakout moves have yielded returns of 300–500%. If this wedge confirms and whales continue buying, ADA could rally past $1, retest $2.40, and potentially surge towards $ 5.00 or higher by December, especially as developer momentum increases and liquidity returns to altcoins.
Solana (SOL): ETF-Driven supercycle in the making
Between VanEck's ETF filing (VSOL)1 and Sol Strategies' Nasdaq listing, Solana is being fast-tracked into institutional portfolios. That kind of legitimacy is a rocket booster for price action.Technical setups suggest SOL is in a breakout coil just below $160, mirroring its structure before previous 600% runs. According to leading chart analysts, if the ETF approval hits and SOL clears $180, it opens the gates for a rally towards $227 and possibly even $280. Moreover, Solana's increasing DEX volume and rising DeFi TVL further strengthen its fundamentals. With traditional finance stepping in and long-term holders increasing their exposure, Solana could hit a new all-time high (ATH) this cycle, especially with bullish macro sentiment.
Hyperliquid (HYPE): Diamond bottom meets whale action HYPE, the native token of the Hyperliquid exchange, is showing signs of a bullish reversal, and whales are taking notice. Just this week, a whale deposited $10 million in USDC and began accumulating HYPE using a TWAP strategy. Despite a recent dip to the $34 zone, HYPE's price structure now forms a diamond bottom, a rare but powerful reversal pattern. Analysts see strong support at $30.5 and believe a breakout to $40 or even $50 could follow if volume returns.This accumulation is happening even as HYPE retraced from its recent highs. If the correction is completed and bullish momentum resumes, primarily driven by institutional traders entering the platform, HYPE could stage a 70–100% rally into Q4 2025.
Aptos (APT): Stablecoin spotlight could flip the script
Aptos is positioning itself for a breakout moment in the US crypto adoption space. Wyoming plans to launch its state-backed stablecoin (WYST)2, and Aptos is the top candidate for hosting it. Meanwhile, APT is trading at a 71% discount from its December highs, and all signs point to a reversal. Developer activity is up, DEX volume is rising, and whale wallets are re-accumulating. The foundation is there, it's just waiting for a catalyst.If Wyoming confirms Aptos for the WYST rollout, APT could instantly be pushed into institutional radar.
Dogecoin (DOGE): The $10 setup is back
Dogecoin3 has been quietly building up momentum behind the scenes. A prominent crypto analyst recently highlighted a recurring logarithmic arc pattern, one that has historically preceded massive rallies. If that pattern holds, DOGE could see its most explosive move ever.
The catalyst? Bitcoin is reclaiming its all-time high. If BTC pushes past $110,000, DOGE could enter a parabolic zone, with $10,000 targets on the horizon. With4 rumours of ETFs and renewed institutional chatter surrounding Doge-related futures products, this meme coin is not done yet. Cycle length, volume behaviour, and accumulation trends indicate a potential breakout in late 2025. Over 1,600 days of consolidation is likely to add to its strengths
Ripple (XRP): Squeeze season is near XRP is coiling near $2.20, and open interest in futures has skyrocketed past $5 billion. That's often the calm before the storm. Analysts warn that if price breaks above $2.35, a short squeeze could erupt, driving XRP past prior highs. This pattern echoes the 700% rally from 2024, during which XRP surged from $0.38 to $3.40 in a matter of weeks. The same signals — tight consolidation, leveraged shorts, and rising volume — are flashing again. Traders are on high alert.
With Ripple's lawsuit potentially nearing closure and developments around XRPL upgrades and possible ETF speculation5, XRP could rally to $5–$7 in this cycle.
SPX6900 (SPX): 19,000% gains… and still running?
SPX6900 has been the breakout memecoin of the year, skyrocketing from fractions of a cent to over $1.70+, marking a stunning 19,752% gain. But unlike others, SPX hasn't cooled off; it's consolidating just 5% below its all-time high. With bullish momentum still intact and low profit-taking among whales, analysts believe SPX is primed for another leg up. Price predictions indicate $3.15 in 2025, with a high-end target of $6.00 by 2030, contingent upon broader market strength. More impressively, SPX has ranked as one of the strongest assets on the CCN Strength Index, currently scoring 74.6, a level historically tied to major upside continuation. The next market cycle may present significant opportunities for early participants. Whether your interest lies in emerging meme tokens such as Little Pepe, established assets such as Solana and XRP, or newer narratives around APT and HYPE, this period marks a potential transition point as momentum begins to build. The accumulation phase appears to be nearing its end.
Participants can also explore the ongoing $777K giveaway. Stage 3 of the $LILPEPE offering remains open for a limited time. For more information, click here:
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