Current Cryptocurrency News as of September 9, 2025: Bitcoin Above $110K, Altcoins at All-Time Highs, Dogecoin Secures $175 Million Support Fund, Solana Prepares for Upgrade, and SEC Delays ETF Decisions.
As of the morning of September 9, 2025, the global cryptocurrency market shows resilience following a revival at the beginning of the week. Bitcoin, having experienced a short-term correction at the end of August, confidently holds above the psychologically significant level of $110,000, reinforcing positive investor sentiment. Amid steady demand from institutional players, the leading cryptocurrency is consolidating around historical highs, preparing for a potential new upward surge. Alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins) are also predominantly trading in the "green zone": many of the leading coins from the top 10 have managed to reach multi-month highs or are close to them. Internal growth drivers persist in the industry: institutional investments continue to rise, new products are being launched, and upcoming regulatory decisions—primarily the much-anticipated SEC verdicts on crypto-asset ETFs set for October—are intensifying market interest.
Simultaneously, the industry is discussing several notable events impacting individual digital assets. The blockchain platform Solana is preparing for a significant protocol upgrade, "Alpenglow," which will greatly increase network throughput and has already triggered a price increase in its token. The Dogecoin Foundation has created a treasury reserve of $175 million to support its meme cryptocurrency, strengthening community trust and smoothing out Dogecoin's volatility. Major cryptocurrency exchanges are reallocating XRP supply in anticipation of a potential launch of ETFs based on this token, while investment firm MicroStrategy has announced the increase of its reserves to a record 638,000 BTC, reflecting growing institutional interest in the crypto market.
- Bitcoin (BTC) is consolidating around $112,000, demonstrating steady demand from buyers and large investors.
- Ethereum (ETH) is holding steady at around $4,300 after summer growth; several large altcoins (XRP, SOL, etc.) are also near their peaks amid positive news and ETF expectations.
- Dogecoin (DOGE) has strengthened to ~$0.23 following the establishment of a $175 million support fund; the upcoming launch of the first ETF linked to Dogecoin enhances the currency's standing in the eyes of investors.
Top 10 Most Popular Cryptocurrencies: Prices and Trends
- Bitcoin (BTC) — ~$112,500 (+1.3%). The largest coin maintains its position, confirming its status as "digital gold."
- Ethereum (ETH) — ~$4,350 (+1%). Consolidating after a summer rally; institutional demand remains high.
- Tether (USDT) — ~$1.00 (0%). The leading stablecoin, a foundational tool for maintaining market liquidity.
- Ripple (XRP) — ~$2.80 (+2%). Near multi-year highs due to victory over the SEC and anticipation of an ETF launch.
- Binance Coin (BNB) — ~$860 (+0.5%). At historic peaks; resilient despite regulatory pressure on Binance.
- USD Coin (USDC) — ~$1.00 (0%). The second-largest stablecoin from the Centre consortium maintains a firm peg to the US dollar.
- Solana (SOL) — ~$220 (+2.5%). Experiencing rapid growth ahead of the network upgrade and potential Solana-ETF approval.
- Cardano (ADA) — ~$0.88 (+2%). Retaining its place in the top 10; the development of its smart contracts network supports interest in ADA.
- Dogecoin (DOGE) — ~$0.23 (+1.5%). Increased amid the establishment of the support fund and news of the forthcoming ETF launch.
- TRON (TRX) — ~$0.35 (+1%). Breaking into the top ten; rising network activity and reduced fees spur demand for TRX.
Bitcoin: Consolidation at Historical Levels
The leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has stabilized at the beginning of September in the range of $110–113,000 per coin—only about 10% below its historical maximum (~$124,000 reached in August). The summer pullback attracted new buyers to the market: large investors and publicly traded companies took advantage of the price decrease to increase their BTC reserves. Analysts estimate that collectively, these players now control over 1 million bitcoins, creating a supply shortage on the market. Experts note that for Bitcoin to resume sustainable growth, it is crucial to break through the resistance zone of $115–117,000. With a favorable news background, many predict a rise in BTC to around $130,000 by the end of the year.
Ethereum and Altcoins: Market Growth
Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest crypto asset by market capitalization, is holding around $4,300 after a powerful summer rally (≈+35% for July–August). In August, investment products based on ETH recorded a record inflow of capital, supporting the price of the ether. Expectations of a potential spot ETF for ether this fall also lend optimism to investors.
The market for alternative cryptocurrencies accelerated its recovery at the beginning of September following the summer downturn. The total capitalization of altcoins has again surpassed $1.7 trillion, approximately 4% higher than the previous week. Many leading altcoins have risen by 2-5% in recent days, outpacing Bitcoin in growth rates. The leaders of this uptick include several of the largest coins. Ripple (XRP) remains near multi-year peaks (~$2.8–2.9) due to the legal victory of Ripple against the SEC and expectations of an XRP-ETF launch. Solana (SOL) has surpassed $200 for the first time in nearly two years, driven by news of the "Alpenglow" protocol upgrade and high likelihood of Solana-ETF approval. Binance Coin (BNB) is trading close to record highs of $860, demonstrating resilience even under regulatory pressure on Binance. Cardano (ADA) dipped to ~$0.88 after an August price spike, but maintains its position in the top 10 amid the development of its blockchain ecosystem. Dogecoin (DOGE) is consolidating around $0.23, receiving support from the creation of a treasury fund and the prospect of an ETF launch. TRON (TRX) is holding at around $0.35 and has solidified its position in the top tier, benefiting from high network activity and recently reduced transaction fees.
Despite the overall optimism, experts warn of continued volatility outside the top 10. Sharp price spikes in individual tokens can still be followed by equally rapid corrections, so diversification and a cautious approach remain relevant when investing in altcoins.
Dogecoin: Financial Reserve and First ETF
One of the most popular meme cryptocurrencies, Dogecoin (DOGE), has received an essential fundamental driver. The nonprofit Dogecoin Foundation has formed a treasury reserve of $175 million for purchasing and long-term storage of DOGE. The goal is to smooth out sharp price fluctuations and maintain community trust. This news helped DOGE's quotes rise by approximately 10%, to ~$0.23. An additional boost came from the announcement by REX Shares about the launch of the first exchange-traded fund tracking the price of Dogecoin. The emergence of the ETF boosts DOGE's status as an asset and may attract new investors, although the volatility of this "meme" currency remains high.
Regulation and Institutional Demand
At the end of August, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) postponed decisions on numerous applications for the launch of cryptocurrency exchange-traded funds until October. The review has been postponed for both spot bitcoin ETFs from major managers (BlackRock, Fidelity, etc.) and for the first ever altcoin ETFs (for Solana, XRP, Litecoin, and even Dogecoin). Experts predict that the regulator may approve at least some of these products—Solana and XRP funds are seen as having the most significant chances. The approval of new ETFs could lead to a substantial influx of institutional capital into the crypto market, as the funds will directly purchase the underlying assets, increasing demand. Conversely, further delays or denials from the regulator could temporarily dampen investor enthusiasm and trigger price corrections.
