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Cryptocurrency
XRP jumped 3% to $1.33 on Wednesday as investors reacted positively to Ripple’s partnership with C2FO
Ethereum (ETHUSD) price increased by 2.5% over 24 hours to $2,368.08, according to trading data from a crypto exchange. The altcoin gain outpaces a broader market rally driven by a geopolitical de-escalation narrative, boosting risk assets.
XRP price is locked at $1.40 after Ripple tightened supply following its monthly activities. The token has seen a significant price increase after failing to break the resistance level since last week.
Bitcoin (BTC) price topped $79k on Sunday as crypto investors continued to increase their positions amid the recent launch of Hyperliquid’s prediction market.
Hedera (HBARUSD) steadied amid news that McLaren has joined the Hedera governing council, with the price hovering at $0.08818 on Saturday.
PayPal’s (PYSUD) stablecoin is gaining momentum through corporate restructuring, market growth, and deeper financial integrations.
Solana (SOLUSD) has gained about 2% to $84.18, modestly outperforming a flat altcoin market on optimism over Western Union’s move to launch a stablecoin on the network.