Top Cryptocurrencies by Market Cap
| Rank | Name | Symbol | Price | 24h Change | 7d Change | 24h Volume | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bitcoin | BTC | $105,555 | -1.52% | -0.49% | $24.52B | $2.10T |
| 2 | Ethereum | ETH | $2,401 | -3.70% | -1.86% | $13.79B | $289.21B |
| 3 | Tether | USDT | $1.00 | -0.01% | -0.03% | $25.42B | $157.73B |
| 4 | Binance Coin | BNB | $645.99 | -1.80% | +0.29% | $585.90M | $94.13B |
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Understanding Cryptocurrency Markets
Price Determinants
Cryptocurrency prices hinge on supply-demand dynamics, influenced by:
- Market liquidity
- News/events
- Investor sentiment (FUD)
Market Capitalization Explained
Calculation: Circulating Supply × Current Price
Categories:
- Large-cap (>$10B): Bitcoin, Ethereum
- Mid-cap ($1B-$10B): Solana, XRP
- Small-cap (<$1B): Emerging altcoins
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Key Differences: Coins vs Tokens
| Feature | Coins (e.g., BTC, ETH) | Tokens (e.g., USDT, LINK) |
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain | Native to their own chain | Built atop existing blockchains |
| Function | Store value, pay fees | Ecosystem-specific utilities |
Stablecoin Varieties
- Fiat-collateralized (USDT, USDC)
- Algorithmic (DAI)
- Commodity-backed (PAXG)
FAQ Section
Where can I track live crypto prices?
Use Ledger Live or trusted APIs like CoinGecko for real-time data.
Why do prices vary across exchanges?
Differences stem from:
- Trading fees
- Order book depth
- Regional liquidity
What’s Bitcoin dominance?
It measures BTC’s market share relative to all altcoins—a key sentiment indicator.
Data sourced via CoinGecko API | Updated hourly
Note: Cryptocurrencies involve volatility—invest wisely.
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