Bitcoin Holds Above $102,000 as Crypto Markets Pull Back After Rally

The DefiantMay 12, 20251 min read

Bitcoin Holds Above $102,000 as Crypto Markets Pull Back After Rally

The cryptocurrency market had a volatile start to the week on Monday, following a strong rally over the weekend, fueled by improved U.S.-China tariff policies that boosted investor sentiment.

At the time of writing, Bitcoin (BTC) is down 2% over the past 24 hours, trading at $102,271. Ethereum (ETH) has dropped 1.3% to $2,472, while Solana (SOL) is steady at $172. XRP was the standout performer, surging 7% to $2.53.

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