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Will Pepe Coin Price Hit $0.000012 Amid Strong Derivatives Push?

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Will Pepe Coin Price Hit $0.000012 Amid Strong Derivatives Push?

Key Insights:

  • PEPE open interest surged 15% in 24 hrs to $539M.
  • A Fair Value Gap between $0.0000115–$0.0000122 remains unfilled.
  • Whales now control over 78% of PEPE supply, with large on-chain transactions spiking.

Pepe Coin (PEPE) is drawing attention after a sharp increase in open interest, despite recent price weakness. The meme coin has fallen over 20% from its peak in early June, but growing derivatives activity may indicate a shift.

PEPE’s open interest has surged 15% in just 24 hours, reaching $539 million. With the current pepe price hovering around $0.00001014, traders are watching closely for a move toward the $0.000012 mark.

PEPE Coin Whales Activity and Derivatives Data Suggest Potential for Breakout

Recent data shows a surge in whale activity, with 217 large on-chain transactions recorded on June 23. This marks a strong rebound from the low of 65 transactions on June 19. Such behavior, paired with rising futures open interest, indicates that large holders are re-engaging, possibly in preparation for a price breakout. The pepe coin price, currently at $0.00001014, has remained flat during this activity—often seen as a sign of stealth accumulation.

Whales now control over 78% of the total pepe coin supply, according to IntoTheBlock. Their influence remains high, particularly as market conditions stay volatile. While long-term holders have held steady, short- and mid-term holders have been trimming positions, possibly locking in profits or reducing risk.

Financial large trasaction
Source: IntoTheBlock

The combination of rising open interest and flat price suggests traders are heavily positioned but uncertain about direction. Funding rate shifts in the coming days may signal whether a short or long squeeze is more likely as the market approaches a key decision point.

Open Interest Surge Hints at High Volatility Ahead

Pepe Coin’s open interest is rising after surging by 15% within 24 hours, according to Coinglass data. At press time, this metric stood at $539 million, after adding more than $90 million in a single day. This sharp increase shows that futures traders are actively opening new positions on the meme coin, even as pepe price holds steady. The rise in open interest, combined with a flat price, often signals a potential for increased market volatility.

Data from Coinglass shows that open interest climbed from $460 million to $600 million between June 21 and June 23. At the same time, Pepe Coin’s funding rate remained positive, suggesting that most traders are placing long bets. This behavior indicates confidence in a potential upward move, as traders expect the pepe coin price to recover. A build-up of leveraged positions can often lead to a price breakout or breakdown.

exchange pepe futures open intrest
Source: CoinGlass

With high leverage entering the market, sudden liquidations may cause rapid price spikes or drops. Traders should watch funding rates, price structure, and leverage levels for signals of the next big move.

Pepe Coin Signals Possible Rebound Amid Key Technical Levels

According to TradingView, Pepe Coin is showing early signs of potential recovery after a steep correction. It is currently trading at approximately $0.00000900 after the price fell by a maximum of $0.0000134 as it dipped below the 0.618 Fibonacci level tagging $0.00000951 briefly.

Currently, Pepe coin price is trading at approximately $0.00001014, which means that it is in a crucial decision area. There is an area of Fair Value Gap (FVG) between $0.00001160 and $0.00001200, which is not yet filled off, and it provides a chance of getting an upside target in case of amplification of buying pressure.

Momentum indicators argue in favor of a declining bearish strength. Relative Strength Index (RSI) denotes 33.77, which is near the oversold region and Awesome Oscillator (AO) reveals a bullish divergence as price is moving with lower lows and AO with higher lows. Such arrangement, combined with the deteriorating volume, can be a sign of seller fatigue and possible price reversal.

PEPE/USD 1-day price chart
PEPE/USD 1-day price chart. Source: TradingView

However, the bearish market structure has lower highs and lows, and there is an increased open interest and stability in whale holdings which shows increasing trader participation. An actual breach above $0.00000951 can initiate a crypto move to the FVG range.

Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and provides no financial, investment, or other advice. The author or any people mentioned in this article are not responsible for any financial loss that may occur from investing in or trading. Please do your research before making any financial decisions.

godfrey mwirigi
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Godfrey Mwirigi is a cryptocurrency journalist who contributes markets and crypto coverage to The Market Periodical. A Nairobi-based writer, he has reported on digital assets for crypto outlets including MetaNews, where his work has covered Bitcoin ETFs, exchange security incidents and on-chain data. His reporting spans Bitcoin and altcoin analysis, ETF flows and broader blockchain developments.

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PublishedJune 25, 2025 11:09 am
Last updatedJune 25, 2025 5:58 am
Written bygodfrey mwirigi, Cryptocurrency Journalist
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