Cryptocurrency market upward trend Bitcoin $97,265, Ethereum $3,366

Source: TokenPost Original Title: [Morning Price Briefing] Cryptocurrency Market Rises… Bitcoin $97,265, Ethereum $3,366 Original Link: https://www.tokenpost.kr/news/briefing/323846

Market Overview

The overall cryptocurrency market shows an upward trend. Bitcoin and Ethereum have increased by 3.26% and 4.73% respectively, with major coins performing strongly, market share and trading volume growing in tandem.

Mainstream Coin Prices

According to market data, as of Beijing time January 15, 2026, Bitcoin has risen 3.26% to $97,265.78 (approximately 142 million RMB).

Ethereum has increased 4.73% to $3,366.25 (approximately 4.93 million RMB).

Main Altcoin Price Movements

Mainstream altcoins are showing an overall upward trend:

• XRP +0.51%▲
• BNB +0.28%▲
• Solana +1.72%▲
• Dogecoin +2.48%▲
• Cardano +1.24%▲
• TRON -0.54%▼

Market Size and Trading Volume

Total cryptocurrency market capitalization is approximately $3.29 trillion (about 4.82 trillion RMB).

24-hour cryptocurrency trading volume is $172.5 billion (about 25.279 trillion RMB).

Changes in Bitcoin and Ethereum Market Shares

Bitcoin’s market share is 59.00%, an increase of 0.27% compared to the previous day.

Ethereum’s market share is 12.33%, an increase of 0.23% compared to the previous day, expanding the influence of the two major mainstream coins.

DeFi and Stablecoin Market Trends

DeFi Market shows an upward trend:

• Market Cap: $78.92 billion
• 24-hour Trading Volume: $15.506 billion
• 24-hour Change Rate: +31.66%▲

Stablecoin Market also performs strongly:

• Market Cap: $286.947 billion (about 420 trillion RMB)
• 24-hour Trading Volume: $173.082 billion (about 253 trillion RMB)
• 24-hour Change Rate: +54.84%▲

Derivatives Market Trading Volume Increase

Cryptocurrency derivatives market is highly active:

• 24-hour Trading Volume: $1.46 trillion (about 2.15 trillion RMB)
• Change Rate compared to previous day: +39.81%▲

Market Analysis

Market Explanation: The synchronized rise of mainstream coins indicates the formation of a long-term upward foundation. Especially, the increase in BTC and ETH market share shows growing investor confidence.

Strategic Points: As Bitcoin and Ethereum rebound, it is necessary to track price momentum, while remaining vigilant about altcoin rotations. Rising trading volumes in DeFi and stablecoins support future liquidity expansion.

Terminology

• Market Cap: The overall value indicator of a specific cryptocurrency or the entire market, calculated as price × circulating supply.
• DeFi: Decentralized applications built on blockchain technology aiming to replace traditional financial systems.
• Derivatives: Financial products such as futures and options that track the underlying asset’s price movements, used for speculation and hedging.