NEAR Protocol is consolidating near key support levels, with analysts predicting a potential bullish shift driven by increasing interest in crypto-AI integration. The token is currently trading around $2.22, within a weekly range of $2.78 to $3.39. Rising trading volumes suggest a possible rebound if NEAR surpasses its 20-Week Moving Average. Michaël van de Poppe, founder of New Era Finance, identifies NEAR as a significant opportunity, forecasting a potential 3-6x increase against Bitcoin if a breakout occurs. Additionally, the upcoming $TAO halving in six weeks is expected to further stimulate interest in AI-related crypto assets, including NEAR.