📉 Fall of Crypto Today (7-April-2025)
The crypto market experienced a significant downturn today, driven by global economic uncertainties and fears of a US recession. Major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum fell sharply, with Bitcoin dropping around 7.72% to trade at approximately $76,876, and Ethereum declining by 14% to around $1,507. Other cryptocurrencies such as XRP and Solana also saw substantial losses
*Causes of the Decline*
This decline is largely attributed to the ripple effects of new US trade tariffs announced by former President Donald Trump. The broader financial markets have also been impacted, leading to a bearish sentiment across the crypto space.
Detailed Breakdown
📉 Bitcoin: Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, fell by 7.72%, bringing its price down to $76,876. This drop is significant as Bitcoin often sets the tone for the rest of the crypto market.
📉 Ethereum: Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, saw an even steeper decline of 14%, with its price now at $1,507. Ethereum's fall is particularly concerning for those involved in decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart contracts.
📉 XRP ✨: XRP experienced substantial losses, though the exact percentage drop is not specified. XRP's performance is often influenced by regulatory news and market sentiment.
📉 Solana ✨: Solana also saw significant losses, reflecting the broader market trend. Solana's decline impacts many projects built on its blockchain.
*Historical Fall Data Comparison*
April 2023 ✨: Bitcoin fell by 13.06% to $83,688.
July 2024 ✨: Bitcoin dropped by 18.16% to $78,500.
April 2023 ✨: Ethereum declined by 27.09% to $2,017.
July 2024 ✨: Ethereum fell by 45.41% to $1,800.
#XRP
April 2023 ✨: XRP fell by 13.52% to $2.33.
July 2024 ✨: XRP dropped by 2.83% to $2.20.
April 2023 ✨: Solana declined by 31.08% to $128.
July 2024 ✨: Solana fell by 38.90% to $120.