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Bitcoin pulls back from 18-month high, select altcoins see gains

EditorNikhilesh Pawar
Published 11/15/2023, 01:35 PM
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NEW YORK - In the dynamic world of cryptocurrency, Bitcoin experienced a notable retreat from its 18-month peak of $38,000 achieved last week, settling at $34,800 as of last night. Amidst the broader market downturn, several altcoins bucked the trend, showcasing remarkable resilience and positive divergence.

Key performers among these alternative cryptocurrencies included dYdX (DYDX), Celestia (TIA), PancakeSwap (CAKE), Avalanche (AVAX), Solana (SOL), and Lido DAO (LDO). Here's a snapshot of their recent gains:

  • dYdX ascended by an impressive 24.7%
  • Celestia followed with an 18.5% increase
  • PancakeSwap rose by 15.7%
  • Avalanche climbed 11.5%
  • Solana and Lido DAO both enjoyed over 10% gains, with SOL up by 10% and LDO by 11.3%

PancakeSwap, in particular, experienced a surge not only in price but also in activity. The decentralized exchange token saw its transaction volume skyrocket by 110%, reaching $284 million in the past 24 hours. With CAKE trading at $2.63 currently, analysts are keeping a close watch, as this spike in volume may signal the beginning of a significant upward trajectory for the token.

Investors and market spectators are closely monitoring these developments as they unfold in real time, with many keeping an eye on whether these altcoins will continue to outperform Bitcoin or if they will follow its recent pullback.

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