$ETH $BTC Bitcoin (BTC) has surged to new highs, reaching **$111,970** in June 2025, driven by institutional interest and growing corporate adoption. Binance Research reports that the crypto market gained **10.3%** in May, with BTC leading the charge, rising **11.1%** before experiencing a slight pullback.

Ethereum (ETH) also saw a strong recovery, jumping **43.9%** following the successful **Pectra upgrade**, which improved scalability and security. Altcoins like **Dogecoin (DOGE)** and **Solana (SOL)** posted gains, fueled by ETF filings and institutional inflows. Binance’s native token **BNB** rose **10.1%** after the launch of stablecoin **USD1** on the BNB Chain.

The **DeFi sector** outperformed BTC, with **total value locked (TVL) rising 21.4%**, signaling renewed investor confidence. Meanwhile, **Bitcoin-based NFTs** saw a **14.4% increase** in sales, reflecting growing interest in digital collectibles.

U.S.-listed **Bitcoin spot ETFs** recorded **$5.25 billion** in net inflows, the highest since November 2024, though late-month outflows suggest cautious investor sentiment. Corporate treasuries added **over 100,000 BTC** since April, reinforcing Bitcoin’s role as a financial hedge.

Looking ahead, Binance Research predicts continued strength in crypto markets, supported by **regulatory clarity, corporate adoption, and DeFi innovation