Bitcoin is trading above $67,000 with analysts identifying $65,000 as key support.
Major tokens like Solana (~$83) and Dogecoin (~$0.091) are down sharply. Hyperliquid leads losses with a 4.19% drop.
Macro pressure is intensifying as Brent crude trades at $111.56, driven by the US-Iran conflict.
US policy developments like the proposed 401(k) crypto inclusion rule and the Mined in America Act could unlock billions in institutional inflows into Bitcoin.
Crypto prices today are in the control of bears. The global market cap is at $2.32 trillions at press time. It’s a blood bath for most traditional markets, but Bitcoin is showing some serious teeth. It’s holding strong above the $67,000 mark it reached yesterday. While that’s a long way down from the $126,000 peak we saw in October, it’s holding up way better than the smaller coins. It only dipped about 0.16% today.
On the other hand, the altcoin market is a mess. Only Ethereum is on an uptrend today, among top altcoins. Investor sentiment has dampened amid a worsening US-Iran conflict and spiking oil prices. However, crypto news like the US proposing rules that could open trillions in 401(k) savings to digital assets offers some hope.
Here is the latest crypto news and price movements based on CoinMarketCap data.
Bitcoin (BTC) is down a marginal 0.16% in the last 24 hours at $67,480. CoinSwitch Markets Desk noted, “BTC briefly dipped toward $65,000 before recovering to trade in the $66,500-$67,000 range. US equities remain subdued, even as Jerome Powell reiterated that inflation expectations are anchored and policy is not reacting to short-term energy shocks. In the near term, $65,000 remains a key support level, while a sustained break above $67,000-$68,000 could indicate renewed upside momentum, with macro cues and liquidity flows guiding the next move.
Akshat Siddhant, Lead quant analyst, Mudrex added, “Bitcoin is showing resilience despite rising tensions in the Middle East. While on-chain data shows a 48.5% increase in demand from long-term holders, the price action has yet to fully reflect this accumulation. For the bullish structure to strengthen, Bitcoin needs to reclaim the $71,000 resistance.”
Here is a table showing how the world’s top coins performed today:
| Name | Price | 24h % | Market Cap | Volume (24h) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin (BTC) | $67,480 | -0.16% | $1,350,234,731,385 | $36,510,188,467 |
| Ethereum (ETH) | $2,058.43 | 0.0048 | $248,435,457,093 | $17,353,676,487 |
| Tether (USDT) | $0.9992 | -0.02% | $184,080,220,816 | $71,000,956,783 |
| BNB (BNB) | $611.50 | -0.82% | $83,382,528,539 | $1,651,261,949 |
| XRP (XRP) | $1.32 | -2.09% | $81,146,325,490 | $1,799,972,160 |
| USDC (USDC) | $0.9997 | 0.00% | $77,371,603,166 | $10,030,618,840 |
| Solana (SOL) | $83.14 | -0.87% | $47,608,188,301 | $3,801,319,555 |
| TRON (TRX) | $0.3199 | -0.74% | $30,316,022,045 | $663,988,366 |
| Dogecoin (DOGE) | $0.09128 | -1.90% | $14,024,269,670 | $1,128,283,134 |
| Hyperliquid (HYPE) | $36.96 | -4.19% | $9,473,687,724 | $235,597,633 |
Biggest Losers: Hyperliquid, XRP, Dogecoin
Sole Gainer: Ethereum
The broader altcoin picture is grim. According to analysts, over 40% of altcoins are now sitting near their all-time lows. This level is even higher than the previous bear market peak of 38%. Altcoins like ETH, Solana, and Cardano are down roughly 40% from their highs, while meme coins have taken even steeper cuts. Dogecoin is off about 45%, and PEPE has shed around 53%.
One key reason analysts point to is that there are now over 47 million cryptocurrencies in existence, around 22 million on Solana alone. It is splitting liquidity so thin that most altcoins simply cannot hold support.
Riya Sehgal, Research Analyst, Delta Exchange said, “Ethereum shows relative weakness, facing resistance at $2,080-$2,100. A sustained breakout above these levels is required to shift structure bullish; otherwise, downside risk remains.”
WazirX Markets Desk elaborated, “In altcoins, Chainlink (LINK) leads gains with a 4.1% rise. Layer 2 tokens show strong momentum, with Boba Network (BOBA) up 10.2% and Celer (CELR) advancing 9.32%. In other segments, Nomina (NOM) surges 41.72%, while Impossible Finance (IF) posts a modest 3.20% gain. "
Here are the top headlines impacting crypto prices today.
A Kuwaiti oil tanker, Al-Salmi, was attacked by Iran near Dubai's port, damaging its hull and triggering a fire. The US hit an ammunition depot in Iran's Isfahan with bunker buster bombs. This site allegedly harbors Iran’s nuclear supplies. Netanyahu said war goals are past the halfway mark. According to a WSJ report, Trump threatened to destroy Kharg Island. Although he privately told aides he may end the campaign without forcing Hormuz open, as doing so could extend the war beyond its original four-to-six-week timeline.
Brent crude futures are trading at $111.56 per barrel. The prices are down around 1.08% after the Wall Street Journal reported that Trump told aides he may be willing to end the military campaign against Iran soon. WTI crude dropped to $101.90. Before that report hit wires, both contracts had risen about 2% in early trading. Analysts at SS WealthStreet see key Brent support at $93 and $73, with a potential push toward $120 to $150 if the geopolitical situation worsens further. Crypto prices today are unlikely to find a clear direction until the geopolitical picture settles.
Senators Cassidy and Lummis introduced the Mined in America Act. It aims to codify Trump's Strategic Bitcoin Reserve within the Treasury and create a certification program for US-based crypto mining. It also aims to phase out mining hardware linked to foreign adversaries. This is a direct shot at Chinese-made rigs, which currently power 97% of US Bitcoin mining despite America holding 38% of the global hash rate. A domestic mining push backed by a strategic reserve is broadly seen as a bullish signal for Bitcoin price.
The US Department of Labor has proposed a rule, following a Trump executive order from August. It would let 401(k) plans hold crypto, private equity, and real estate alongside traditional stocks and bonds. Even a 1% shift in America's retirement savings into Bitcoin could push billions into the market. Critics like Senator Elizabeth Warren warn of heightened risk to workers. However, if passed, this is a structural demand driver for crypto prices today and the future.
Blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis found that groups linked to Russia and Iran are using crypto to purchase low-cost military drones. Pro-Russia groups have allegedly raised over $8.3 million in crypto donations since 2022. Transactions in the $2,200 to $3,500 range were matched to exact drone and component prices on e-commerce platforms. While the volumes are small in the grand scheme, the findings add to regulatory scrutiny around crypto.
Not many government advisers can say they once cleaned toilets to get through college. Bilal Bin Saqib, 35, from Lahore, can. Popularly known as the ‘Pakistani crypto bro’ online, Saqib has built relationships with some of the biggest names in the industry. The list includes US President Trump, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Michael Saylor, Cathie Wood, and El Salvador's Nayib Bukele.
He coined the term ‘biplomacy’, a mix of Bitcoin and diplomacy. It describes how crypto is quietly reshaping Pakistan's foreign ties. Pakistan signed an agreement with an entity linked to World Liberty Financial to explore using its USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments.
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Crypto prices today face real headwinds from global uncertainty and the ongoing Middle East conflict, but the proposed 401(k) rule change and the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve bill offer strong structural tailwinds for the medium term. Bitcoin has meaningful policy backing in the US. Altcoins remain fragile. Investors should watch oil markets closely. Any credible move toward a US-Iran ceasefire could quickly lift risk assets, including crypto.
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Crypto markets are falling mainly due to rising global uncertainty. The US-Iran conflict has pushed oil prices higher, which is creating fear in financial markets. When oil rises, investors often avoid risky assets like crypto. At the same time, too many altcoins are competing for limited money, making it harder for most tokens to hold their value.
The latest crypto news includes Bitcoin holding strong near $67,000 while most altcoins are falling. The US is also planning new rules that may allow 401(k) retirement funds to invest in crypto. At the same time, a new “Mined in America Act” aims to boost domestic Bitcoin mining and reduce reliance on foreign hardware.
Bitcoin price today is around $67,480. It has dropped slightly by about 0.16% in the last 24 hours. Despite global market pressure and geopolitical tensions, Bitcoin is holding above key support levels near $65,000, showing stronger stability compared to most other cryptocurrencies.
The US-Iran conflict increases uncertainty in global markets. This pushes oil prices higher and reduces investor confidence. When uncertainty rises, investors move away from risky assets like crypto. However, Bitcoin is showing some strength as a hedge, while altcoins are reacting more negatively to the situation.
The Mined in America Act is a proposed US bill that aims to support local crypto mining. It plans to create a system to certify US-based mining and reduce the use of foreign-made mining machines. It also connects to the idea of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, which could support Bitcoin demand in the long term.
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