Cryptocurrency Price Today (May 26): Bitcoin Dips Below $110,000, HYPE Becomes Top Gainer
Cryptocurrency price on May 26 quick take: The global market cap dipped to $3.44 trillion.
Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s oldest and most valued crypto, dipped below the $110,000 mark early Monday. Other popular altcoins — including the likes of Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL), Ripple (XRP), and Litecoin (LTC) — landed in the green across the board as the overall Market Fear & Greed Index stood at 69 (Greed) out of 100, as per CoinMarketCap data. Hyperliquid (HYPE) became the biggest gainer, with a 24-hour jump of nearly 11 percent. Bitget Token (BGB) turned out to be the biggest loser today, with a 24-hour dip of over 2 percent.
The global crypto market cap stood at $3.44 trillion at the time of writing, registering a 24-hour jump of 1.36 percent.
Bitcoin (BTC) Price Today
Bitcoin price stood at $109,670.62, registering a 24-hour gain of 1.57 percent, as per CoinMarketCap. According to Indian exchanges, BTC price stood at Rs 92.98 lakh.
Ethereum (ETH) Price Today
ETH price stood at $2,565.64, marking a 24-hour jump of 2.24 percent at the time of writing. Ethereum price in India stood at Rs 2.18 lakh.
Dogecoin (DOGE) Price Today
DOGE registered a 24-hour jump of 1.45 percent, as per CoinMarketCap data, currently priced at $0.2272. Dogecoin price in India stood at Rs 19.37.
Litecoin (LTC) Price Today
Litecoin saw a 24-hour gain of 0.66 percent. At the time of writing, it was trading at $96.29. LTC price in India stood at Rs 8,189.32.
Ripple (XRP) Price Today
XRP price stood at $2.34, seeing a 24-hour jump of 1.23 percent. Ripple price in India stood at Rs 199.17.
Solana (SOL) Price Today
Solana price stood at $177.16, marking a 24-hour gain of 1.92 percent. SOL price in India stood at Rs 14,097.14.
Top Crypto Gainers Today (May 26)
As per CoinMarketCap data, here are the top five crypto gainers over the past 24 hours:
Hyperliquid (HYPE)
Price: $38.60
24-hour gain: 10.97 percent
Virtuals Protocol (VIRTUAL)
Price: $2.18
24-hour gain: 10.10 percent
EOS (EOS)
Price: $0.7753
24-hour gain: 7.32 percent
DeXe (DEXE)
Price: $12.90
24-hour gain: 5.27 percent
Zcash (ZEC)
Price: $51.77
24-hour gain: 4.92 percent
Top Crypto Losers Today (May 26)
As per CoinMarketCap data, here are the top five crypto losers over the past 24 hours:
Bitget Token (BGB)
Price: $5.42
24-hour loss: 2.05 percent
XDC Network (XDC)
Price: $0.06746
24-hour loss: 1.51 percent
Toncoin (TON)
Price: $2.98
24-hour loss: 1.47 percent
Four (FORM)
Price: $2.87
24-hour loss: 1.29 percent
Sui (SUI)
Price: $3.62
24-hour loss: 0.62 percent
What Crypto Exchanges Are Saying About Current Market Scenario
Edul Patel, CEO and co-founder, Mudrex, told ABP Live, “Bitcoin is back on a recovery track, trading above $109,300 after briefly testing the $106,600 level, following Trump’s 50% tariff announcement on EU imports. The quick rebound highlights BTC’s resilience, supported by an 80% drop in daily exchange inflows to just 22,000 BTC, signalling reduced intent to sell. If bullish momentum continues, a break above $110,000 looks likely. While geopolitical developments may influence sentiment, Bitcoin’s strong fundamentals and declining sell-side activity position it well for further upside, with $105,000 now emerging as a strong support zone.”
CoinSwitch Markets Desk noted, “BTC rebounded, briefly crossing the $109K mark, as improved market sentiment followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 90-day negotiation window with the EU—once again highlighting BTC’s sensitivity to geopolitical developments. Asia-based consumer food giant DDC Enterprise acquired 21 BTC through a share exchange deal, kicking off a multi-year strategy to accumulate 5,000 BTC as part of its treasury allocation. Ethereum posted a modest 1.6% gain, trading above the $2,500 level. Meanwhile, Pakistan has committed 2,000 megawatts of electricity in the first phase of a national initiative to support Bitcoin mining and AI data centres.”
Avinash Shekhar, Co-founder & CEO, Pi42, said, “Bitcoin's recent volatility, marked by a new all-time high of nearly $112,000 followed by a pullback to $108,000, underscores the market's sensitivity to macroeconomic developments, such as the U.S. administration's tariff announcements. Despite this turbulence, the altcoin sector has demonstrated resilience, with HYPE surging 30% and AAVE and XMR posting significant weekly gains. This divergence highlights the growing maturity and investor confidence in select altcoins. However, the declines in SUI and XRP remind us of the inherent risks in the crypto market. At Pi42, we advocate for a balanced and informed approach to crypto investing, emphasizing the importance of diversification and vigilance in navigating this dynamic landscape.”
Sathvik Vishwanath, CEO and co-founder of Unocoin, said, “As of May 26, 2025, Bitcoin trades near $109,600 after hitting a record high of $112,000 last week. This rally was fueled by strong institutional demand and optimism around global crypto regulation. However, recent geopolitical shocks—particularly U.S. tariff threats on the EU—have triggered temporary market jitters. Despite minor pullbacks, bullish sentiment remains strong, with analysts projecting a potential move toward $120,000–$200,000 by year-end. Bitcoin continues to benefit from reduced supply post-halving and increasing on-chain activity. Still, volatility persists, and traders should be cautious. Long-term holders may view dips as opportunities, while short-term players must watch macro signals closely.”
Shivam Thakral, CEO of BuyUcoin, said, “Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at approximately $109,634, with recent fluctuations between $106,801 and $109,688. The cryptocurrency market is currently experiencing significant bullish momentum. Bitcoin recently reached a record high of $111,600, driven by factors such as increasing institutional adoption, favourable regulatory developments in the U.S., and strong corporate interest. Globally, digital assets are witnessing rapid adoption as a hedge against economical headwinds.”
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