ApeCoin (APE) has seen significant price swings, raising questions about potential market manipulation by the crypto trading firm Wintermute. According to data from Arkham, APE’s asset balance has shown dramatic shifts, which has added to market uncertainty.

APE’s Balance History and Price Action
Arkham’s balance history reveals that APE’s asset value has been highly volatile since March 2024. At the start of March, APE had a balance of around $6 million, which climbed to nearly $12 million by early April. However, this surge was followed by a consistent decline, bringing the balance back to approximately $6 million by the end of May.

ApeCoin Price Movement and Analysis
Crypto analyst Davie Satoshi has shared insights on ApeCoin’s price action, pointing out that the launch of APECHAIN and related meme coins contributed to a recent price increase. Satoshi identified a “wave 3” bullish pattern, followed by a wave 4 triangle pattern, indicating short-term price consolidation.
From late February to March, APE experienced a sharp rise from $1.20 to $2.80. However, after this peak, the price steadily declined through April and May. By mid-summer, it settled around $1.50, with occasional minor surges. Recently, in October, APE spiked from $1.20 to $1.54 in just 24 hours, reflecting a 9% increase.
Satoshi predicts APE’s price will fluctuate between $1.30 and $1.50 in the coming weeks as the triangle pattern forms, potentially leading to a wave 5 breakout that could push the price up to $2.50.
Technical Indicators: Bullish Momentum with Risks

Technical analysis also shows signs of bullish momentum for ApeCoin. The MACD line recently crossed above the signal line, suggesting continued upward movement. However, caution is advised as the RSI has hit 82.62, putting APE in overbought territory, which could lead to a short-term price correction.