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Bitcoin price hits $107,560, up 1.31%, driven by institutional support and growing investor interest.
Crypto market cap rises 0.73% to $3.38 trillion, with Ethereum and XRP showing steady gains.
Altcoins rally, but India’s policy appeal and SEC’s XRP delay may impact sentiment.
The crypto market today, May 21, 2025, as of 10:40 AM, is up by 0.73% to $3.38T. The upward momentum is led by Bitcoin’s growth and altcoins' rally. The Fear and Greed Index slipped slightly from 71 to 68, still in the ‘Greed’ zone. This indicates sustained investor optimism despite moderate profit booking.
Institutional adoption, favorable macro trends, and growing investor participation also drive bullish sentiment. Market analysts suggest current price levels may be forming a stable baseline rather than a temporary peak.
Let’s explore the performance of top ten cryptocurrencies today.
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $107,560.41, up 1.31% in the last 24 hours. Its market capitalization stands at $2.13 trillion, with a $51.54 billion trading volume. With 19.86 million BTC in circulation, it remains the dominant asset. Bitcoin price rise is supported by continued institutional accumulation and macro resilience. The strong price action comes even as global regulators intensify scrutiny.
Moreover, investors are boosting the market. Notably, US Banking giant JPMorgan will soon let clients buy Bitcoin. CEO and Bitcoin critic Jamie Dimon said, “We are going to allow you to buy it. We’re not going to custody it. We’re going to put it in statements for clients.”
Ethereum (ETH) is priced at $2,559.57, reflecting a 0.33% increase. Its market cap stands at $309 billion, with a $21.64 billion daily volume. Ethereum’s momentum remains intact due to ETF optimism and growing adoption of layer-2 solutions. Analysts believe a breakout above $2,600 could open a stronger upside trajectory.
XRP is priced at $2.37, up 0.45% in 24 hours. It has a $139.22 billion market cap and $2.91 billion in trading volume. XRP continues to gain from Ripple’s aggressive expansion in the Middle East and Asia. However, regulatory uncertainty persists. SEC has not closed the Ripple lawsuit. Legal analysts note that if Judge Torres rejects the SEC’s next filing, Ripple may push a cross-appeal, accelerating clarity for an XRP-spot ETF.
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BNB (BNB) climbed 1.66% to $661.43, reaching a $93.18 billion market cap. It maintains a daily trading volume of $1.66 billion. Solana (SOL) posted a 0.32% gain to hit $170.56, with a $88.70 billion market cap and $3.47 billion in volume. DeFi and NFT ecosystems continue to boost Solana's fundamentals.
Tether (USDT) is trading at $1.00, with a slight 0.01% move and a $151.60 billion market cap. Volume remains high at $81.43 billion. USD Coin (USDC) sits at $0.9997, with a $60.50 billion market cap and $11.59 billion in 24-hour volume. These stablecoins continue to maintain market liquidity, playing a key role in crypto settlements.
Dogecoin (DOGE) has jumped 1.95% to $0.2312. Its market cap now stands at $34.54 billion, with $1.84 billion in daily trading volume. Cardano (ADA) also gained 1.95%, reaching $0.7582, backed by a $26.78 billion market cap. Both coins are enjoying renewed interest, boosted by social sentiment, technical upgrades, and bullish market cycles.
TRON (TRX) is trading at $0.2697, gaining 0.29%. With a $25.60 billion market cap and $875.72 million in daily volume, TRON’s fast throughput and stable DeFi utility strengthen its fundamentals.
The global crypto market continues to look bullish. Bitcoin’s breakout, Ethereum’s resilience, and altcoin surges in XRP, Dogecoin, and Cardano point to sustained momentum. Macro trends and institutional flows are positive. However, regulatory events, especially from India, the US SEC, and ETF verdicts, could influence near-term sentiment.
In India, the Supreme Court recently urged the central government to formulate a clear policy on cryptocurrency. The SEC has delayed its review of the Grayscale XRP Trust conversion into a spot ETF, raising concerns among investors. Bloomberg analyst James Seyffart downplayed the delay, stating the SEC often uses the full review window.
Meanwhile, the Fear and Greed Index, now at 68, signals optimism but also warns of possible overheating. suggests optimistic sentiment, signaling investor confidence and willingness to take risks. However, greed can also signal overvaluation and upcoming corrections. Investors are advised to stay alert and diversify positions.
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