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Today\'s key cryptocurrency news: Bitcoin and Ethereum rose, with the total market value exceeding US$2.28 trillion

Comprehensive cryptocurrency news on July 11, 2026: The market continues to recover, the market value rises, Bitcoin and Ethereum prices are rising, market sentiment is improving, stablecoins are performing steadily, and significant progress is being made in the fields of artificial intelligence, tokenization and regulation.

Cryptocurrency market dynamics in the past 24 hours: prices, trading volumes and trends

The total market value of global cryptocurrencies today reached US$2.28 trillion, with an overall increase of 1.2% in the past 24 hours, and total trading volume reported US$62.8 billion. Bitcoin (BTC) market dominance remains strong, accounting for 56.4%, and Ethereum (ETH) accounts for 9.49%. The currencies with the largest increase in the past day were Boca and Ripple ledger ecosystem tokens.

Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) price analysis

(Note: Historically, BTC and ETH are generally regarded as relatively volatile assets, but still carry risks. Data comes from CoinMarketCap.)

Bitcoin (BTC) prices were reported at US$64,163.74 today, up 1.39% in the past 24 hours, with transaction volume reaching US$26.78 billion and a market value of US$1.28 trillion.

Ethereum (ETH) prices were reported at US$1,794.03 today, up 2.68% in the past 24 hours, with trading volume reaching US$9.13 billion and a market value of US$216.5 billion.

24-hour popular cryptocurrency price dynamics

(Hot data is based on a combination of 24-hour price fluctuations, trading volume and CoinMarketCap hot indicators.)

Ethereum Price (ETH): US$1,794.99, a 24-hour increase of 2.61%, and trading volume of US$9.21 billion.

OpenAI price (OpenAI): US$0.0001002, down 75.33%, with transaction volume of US$142.61 million.

Ripple price (XRP): US$1.10, up 0.95%, with trading volume of US$1.08 billion.

LAB Price (LAB): US$0.8962, down 32.53%, with trading volume of US$155.33 million.

Pepe Price (PEPE): US$0.00002787, up 6.22%, with trading volume of US$253.9 million.

The top three cryptocurrencies in the 24-hour increase (sorted by 24-hour percentage increase)

Virtuals Protocol Price Today (VIRTUAL): US$0.6253, up 17.98%, with transaction volume of US$107.37 million.

Audiera\'s price of the day (BEAT): US$2.62, up 14.96%, with transaction volume of US$27.77 million.

MemeCore\'s price (M) today: US$1.36, up 12.21%, with transaction volume of US$15.35 million.

The top three cryptocurrencies with declines in 24 hours (sorted by 24-hour percentage decline)

Venice Token Price (VVV): US$11.10, down 4.63%, with a transaction volume of approximately US$25.12 million.

Morpho Price (MORPHO): US$2.17, down 3.72%, with transaction volume of approximately US$29.73 million.

Jupiter Price (JUP): US$0.2038, down 3.38%, with a transaction volume of approximately US$26.91 million.

stablecoins and DeFi dynamics

There have been no significant negative changes in the stablecoins market in the past 24 hours, with a market value of US$307.5 billion and a transaction volume of US$54.2 billion. The overall decentralized finance (DeFi) market fell 2.2% in the past 24 hours, with a market cap of $70.33 billion and trading volume of $3.79 billion. DeFi accounts for 4.3% of the global market.

Today\'s Cryptocurrency Fear and Greed Index

The Fear and Greed Index has increased from yesterday\'s 23 (Extreme Fear) to today\'s 26 (Fear). This gradual improvement suggests that panic selling is easing, but investors remain cautious amid macroeconomic uncertainty, weak buying demand and mixed sentiment.

24-hour cryptocurrency market news on July 11

(Note: The following developments affect traders and need to be closely watched as they involve liquidity, market sentiment and potential returns.)

1. US Bitcoin Company Announces Financial Results Date: US Bitcoin Company will release its second quarter 2026 financial results before the US stock market opens on August 3, followed by an investor conference call and a live webcast.

2. South Korea tests stablecoin: Gyeong-do will begin stablecoin testing in August, using zero-knowledge certification and reserve verification technology. The project aims to improve payment transparency and public fund management.

3. The European Securities and Markets Authority warns of MiCA-related scams: The European Securities and Markets Authority warns cryptocurrency companies to be wary of emails that use MiCA rules for phishing. The scammers demanded false approval fees and demanded confidential data. The European Securities and Markets Authority stated that official emails only came from esma.europa.eu email address.

4. SK Hynix shares launched: SK Hynix\'s tokenized shares are now available through Telegram Wallet, Backpack and Ondo Finance. The company also raised $2.65 billion through Nasdaq-listed American Depositary Receipts code-named SKHYV.

5. Ethereum nodes are well distributed: Researchers at the University of Cambridge found that Ethereum nodes are still concentrated in Europe and the Americas rather than in a single country. Since the merger, annual energy consumption has dropped by 99.98%, and network sustainability has improved.

6. Fed maintains inflation warning: The Fed told Congress that inflation remains high due to tariffs, energy costs and artificial intelligence demand. Interest rate forecasts remain high and unemployment remains at 4.2%.

7. Hyundai Motor tests stablecoin transfers: Hyundai Motor completed a cross-border USDT transfer between its U.S. and Mexican subsidiaries on the Avalanche network. Settlement is completed in 7 minutes, much faster than traditional banking systems.

8. Kraken launches artificial intelligence trading tool: Kraken is preparing to launch an artificial intelligence-driven trading tool that monitors markets, provides portfolio recommendations, and executes trades based on user goals, with the aim of improving trading decisions for ordinary investors.

9. U.S. -Iran talks resume: President Trump confirms Iran\'s request to restart talks. The United States has agreed to continue negotiations, while Qatar is also pushing for diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.

10. Binance Pay expands in Kazakhstan: Alatau City Bank expands Binance Pay to 5,000 point-of-sale terminals. Customers can pay in cryptocurrency, while merchants receive local currency without having to bear the risk of fluctuations in cryptocurrency prices.

11. Japan launches bitcoin loan service: Japanese lender CRYL has launched bitcoin backed loans with a maximum amount of 1 billion yen, allowing users to get cash without selling bitcoin and avoiding triggering capital gains tax.

12. Circle receives approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency: Circle received final approval from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to establish Circle National Trust, which can provide digital asset custody services and manage future USDC reserves under federal supervision.

13. TeraWulf targets artificial intelligence expansion: Bitcoin mining company TeraWulf plans to raise $3.5 billion to build an artificial intelligence data center in Kentucky and lease it to Anthropic for a 20-year lease and a contract value of approximately $19 billion.

14. Backpack token launches 24/7 stock trading: Backpack launches a 24-hour, round-the-clock trading service for tokenized U.S. stocks. The first listings include SpaceX, Micron Technology and Sandisk, backed by real shares on Solana.

15. Sui stablecoins target retail: INSPAY has partnered with Mysten Labs to bring Sui stablecoin payments to vending machines, restaurants and retail stores. The transaction is expected to be settled within one second.

Comparative analysis

Compare the crypto market on July 10 and July 11: The total market value increased from US$2.25 trillion to US$2.28 trillion, and the transaction volume increased from US$60.3 billion to US$62.8 billion. Bitcoin and Ethereum prices both rose, and the Fear and Greed Index improved from 23 to 26, indicating that despite cautious market sentiment, panic is easing. However, the DeFi market weakened and fell 2.2% today after growing 6.8% the previous day.

What this means for cryptocurrency users

Users are seeing a healthier market environment, improved market sentiment, and broader blockchain applications through artificial intelligence, stablecoins and tokenized assets. However, regulatory changes, phishing risks and a slowdown in DeFi activity mean investors should remain cautious, carefully verify information, and adhere to strict risk management.

Risk Warning: This comment does not involve long-term conditions and is for reference only. It does not point to price movements and does not constitute any investment operation advice.

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The current situation shows encouraging signs of short-term recovery, but investment risks remain due to macroeconomic uncertainty and regulatory changes. Long-term investors may find selective opportunities in assets with strong fundamentals, while short-term traders should expect volatility, diversify their portfolio allocation, and avoid making decisions based solely on market sentiment.

Disclaimer: The information herein should not be regarded as financial or investment advice. Cryptocurrencies are extremely unstable and carry high risks. No investment decisions should be made without adequate research and consultation with qualified financial advisers. Not all regions provide all services or assets involved.