- Bitcoin shows a weekly decline of 1.6% despite significant ETF inflows, currently trading around $67,000
- Bitcoin’s market dominance reaches a new high since 2021 at 55.6% on CoinGecko
- The total cryptocurrency market cap drops by $60 billion to below $2.390 trillion
- Ethereum experiences a 6% decline, trading below $2,500
- Solana and tron emerge as top performers with 8.5% and 6% weekly gains respectively
The cryptocurrency market experienced notable volatility this week, with Bitcoin (BTC) showing signs of uncertainty around the $67,000 mark. The leading cryptocurrency started the week strongly, reaching $69,500 – its highest level since late July.
However, the momentum shifted dramatically as BTC faced successive price drops, reaching a low of $65,000 by Wednesday. A brief recovery attempt was hindered by Tether-related FUD, pushing the price back to $65,500 on Bitstamp.
The latest market data shows Bitcoin trading just above $67,000, representing a weekly decline of 1.6%. This decline has affected its market capitalization, which now stands at $1.325 trillion. Notably, Bitcoin’s market dominance has reached its highest point since 2021 at 55.6% according to CoinGecko.
Altcoin Market Faces Broad Decline
The altcoin market has experienced significant pressure, with most major cryptocurrencies recording substantial losses. Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, has declined by 6% and struggles to maintain position below $2,500.
Other notable losses include:
The market decline has been particularly severe for several projects, with losses reaching up to 15% for:
Market Bright Spots: Solana and Tron
Despite the broader market decline, two major altcoins have shown remarkable resilience. Solana (SOL) has posted an impressive 8.5% weekly gain, maintaining its position above $170. Similarly, Tron (TRX) has demonstrated strong performance with a 6% increase, trading above $0.166.
Overall Market Impact
The cryptocurrency market has experienced a significant correction, with the total market capitalization dropping by over $60 billion since last Sunday. The current market cap sits below $2.390 trillion on CoinGecko, reflecting the broader market sentiment.
These market movements highlight the ongoing volatility in the cryptocurrency sector, despite increasing institutional interest through ETF products. Investors continue to monitor market indicators for signs of directional change in this dynamic market environment.
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