Altcoins

Isolated gains in select altcoins over the past month have not led to a wider rally across the market. Data shows persistent selling pressure and shifting dominance metrics.

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Michael van de Poppe says Hyperliquid’s surge and renewed interest in AI-focused crypto projects signal a broader return of risk appetite in altcoins. He highlighted recent gains in the HYPE token and pointed to undervalued AI-linked projects as key drivers.

On January 25, 2026, Bitcoin dropped below $88,000, triggering $135 million in long liquidations and contributing to a broader crypto market decline. The total market capitalization fell below $3 trillion after shedding $220 billion over the past week. Ethereum also tumbled to $2,800 as bearish patterns and macroeconomic risks weighed on investor sentiment.

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Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen has cautioned traders against trying to manufacture a bull market, pointing to declining market breadth indicators. Bitcoin reached highs above $126,000 in 2025 before pulling back to the $90,000 range amid macroeconomic uncertainty. A recent report highlights reduced activity in options markets for Bitcoin and Ethereum.

Bitcoin dropped below $93,000 on November 17, 2025, erasing all its year-to-date gains and marking a 27% decline from its October record high. The sell-off intensified bearish sentiment across cryptocurrencies, with altcoins plunging to five-year lows and related stocks tumbling. Analysts suggest a local bottom may be forming as short-term holders capitulate.

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The cryptocurrency market has begun to rebound after a significant downturn, with XRP and Ethereum leading the gains. Between November 1 and yesterday, nearly $400 billion was erased from the market due to declines in major cryptocurrencies.