Altcoins Suffer as Bitcoin Sinks to $96,609—What’s Next?

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1 year ago

Although global trade volume surged by 51% compared to Monday, the overall crypto economy dipped 1.22% to $3.42 trillion. Bitcoin now trades at $96,809 per unit, contributing $118 billion to the global trading volume of $371 billion. Bitcoin’s dominance holds steady at 55.8%, with ethereum (ETH) at a 12.8% share.

Altcoins Suffer as Bitcoin Sinks to $96,609—What’s Next?

XRP slid under the $2 mark on Tuesday.

Ethereum (ETH) fell a slight 0.13% today after enduring heavy losses on Monday, with its price standing at $3,654 per ether. XRP bucked the trend with a 5% gain today, though it too suffered significantly on Monday, now trading at $2.35 per XRP. Solana (SOL) continued its decline, shedding another 2.75%.

Altcoins Suffer as Bitcoin Sinks to $96,609—What’s Next?

DOGE was the hardest hit out of the top ten crypto assets on Tuesday afternoon.

Of the top ten, DOGE was the hardest hit, dropping 4.5%. By 4 p.m. EST on Tuesday, most assets were bouncing back, showing signs of recovery after enduring a tough stretch. Despite the relative improvement, liquidations remained significant, reaching $836.75 million on Tuesday.

Approximately $636.13 million of those were long positions, with bitcoin accounting for $79.11 million. Ethereum traders faced an even bigger blow, with $114 million in longs wiped out over the last 24 hours, according to coinglass.com. In total, 294,607 traders were liquidated as of 4 p.m. on Dec. 10, with Binance seeing the largest liquidation—a staggering $11.78 million ETH trade.

The latest market swings emphasize the importance of cautious navigation for crypto traders and investors alike, especially during times of elevated liquidations. As the market claws its way toward stability, both veterans and novices must tread carefully, keeping an eye on their strategies and risk exposure in this ever-evolving market.

The crypto market turbulence may open doors for savvy traders, but crypto’s unpredictableness at the moment, remains a hurdle. Recent fluctuations highlight the interplay between investor sentiment, trading volume, and external influences on prices. With the holidays and New Year approaching, trading volume and prices may decline. Staying informed and adaptable is critical for those looking to find their footing—or fortune—in the crypto economy. By 4:45 p.m. ET, BTC was changing hands for $96,928.

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