Crypto News Update: September 2, 2025
Stay in the loop with today's crypto highlights! From market movements to exciting airdrops
Bitcoin Dips Below $108K: The crypto market is showing bearish signals, with Bitcoin dropping to around $107,000, a 2.4% dip in the last 24 hours. The total market cap has slipped to $3.82 trillion, reflecting cautious sentiment.
Ethereum and Altcoins Slide: Ethereum briefly fell below $4,400, while Solana and Cardano each dropped over 3%. Meme coins and DeFi sectors also saw losses, with GameFi plunging 5.93% after a whale-driven sell-off in Four (FORM).
World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Shines: The Trump-backed WLFI token surged 18.55% and is now listed on major exchanges like Upbit, Bithumb, and Coinone. Its derivatives exploded 500% ahead of a token unlock, sparking buzz.
XRP ETF Momentum Builds: 21Shares filed for a U.S. spot XRP ETF, aiming for an October decision. Analysts predict XRP could hit $3.5 or even $10 if a Fed rate cut boosts market sentiment.
MemeCore and AI Tokens Stand Out: Despite a broader market slump, MemeCore (M) soared 33.69%, and AI tokens like BAS (+119%) and NMR (+68%) defied the downturn, driven by strong catalysts.
Airdrop Alert: September is packed with airdrops! Keep an eye on Slash Trade, Growi.HF, and Ostrich, offering free tokens for active users on platforms like zkSync and Arbitrum. Engage early for max rewards
Regulatory Wins: Japan’s FM called crypto a key part of diverse investments, signaling global bullishness. Meanwhile, U.S. exchanges are pushing for streamlined crypto ETF rules, potentially boosting liquidity.
