Current Cryptocurrency News as of September 3, 2025: Bitcoin Surpasses $112K, Altcoins Show Growth, Dogecoin Launches $175M Fund, Solana Prepares for Upgrade, and WLFI Token Linked to the Trump Family Causes a Stir and Price Drop.
The cryptocurrency market begins September on a positive note following a correction at the end of August. Bitcoin has bounced back above a critical level, leading altcoins are showing growth, and investors are closely watching the actions of major players and regulators. One of the most discussed events is the emergence of a new token associated with the Trump family. Let’s explore the key news and trends relevant as of September 3, 2025, for the top 10 cryptocurrencies and the market as a whole.
- Bitcoin has recovered to around $112,000 after a sharp decline last week, confirming the resilience of demand.
- Ethereum is holding steady near $4,300 – institutional investors are increasing their positions in the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
- Leading altcoins are rallying alongside the market: particularly noteworthy are XRP and Solana, both showing leading dynamics.
- The Dogecoin Foundation has established a treasury of $175 million to support its coin, boosting community trust in the meme cryptocurrency.
- The DeFi project WLFI, associated with the Trump family, launched its token with a multi-billion dollar capitalization but faced volatility and security risks.
Top 10 Most Popular Cryptocurrencies: Prices and Trends
Below are the ten largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization and their approximate value as of the morning of September 3, 2025:
- Bitcoin (BTC) – around $111,600 (+2.5% over 24 hours). The leading cryptocurrency has regained lost positions after a recent downturn.
- Ethereum (ETH) – around $4,320 (−1.9% over 24 hours). The largest altcoin is consolidating after a strong rise in August.
- Tether (USDT) – ~$1.00 (0% over 24 hours). The largest stablecoin maintains its peg to the US dollar without deviations.
- XRP (Ripple) – around $2.80 (+2.6% over 24 hours). The payment system token is trading close to multi-year highs due to high investor interest.
- Binance Coin (BNB) – around $850 (+0.5% over 24 hours). The native token of the Binance ecosystem shows stability, recovering from a slight decline last week.
- USD Coin (USDC) – ~$1.00 (0% over 24 hours). Another leading stablecoin firmly maintains parity with the dollar.
- Solana (SOL) – around $205 (+3.0% over 24 hours). The high-performance blockchain platform leads growth due to positive news about a network upgrade.
- Cardano (ADA) – around $0.82 (+1.7% over 24 hours). The smart contracts platform is gradually rising, despite profit-taking by some large holders.
- Dogecoin (DOGE) – around $0.21 (+0.7% over 24 hours). The iconic meme cryptocurrency maintains an upward trend supported by the community and a new treasury fund.
- TRON (TRX) – around $0.34 (+0.6% over 24 hours). The blockchain platform for decentralized applications is showing steady growth; the TRON community recently voted to reduce fees on the network by 60% to stimulate activity.
Bitcoin: Recovery After Correction
Bitcoin (BTC) has managed to reverse the downward trend from late August and rise to around $112,000 per coin. Just a week ago, the first cryptocurrency dipped below the psychological threshold of $110,000 due to a wave of sales by large holders (so-called "whales") who locked in profits. However, at the start of the new week, purchasing interest returned to the market, especially after American traders emerged from a long weekend: a fresh influx of capital quickly boosted Bitcoin's price by about 4% from its recent low.
The current BTC price is approaching levels seen at the beginning of August, demonstrating a ~2-3% increase in the past 24 hours. The global market capitalization of Bitcoin has stabilized, and its market share is about 56%. Notably, institutional investors continue to hold a significant portion of coins: through various exchange-traded funds (ETFs), approximately 1.47 million BTC has been accumulated, equivalent to 7% of the total maximum issuance of Bitcoin. This figure indicates a high degree of acceptance of cryptocurrency in the traditional financial market. However, in August, a slight decrease in interest from funds in BTC was observed – last month, investors withdrew the equivalent of ~ $300 million from Bitcoin ETFs, reallocating some of their funds into other assets.
Experts note that for a confident continuation of the rally, Bitcoin must establish itself above the $115–117,000 zone. Breaking through this range could signal a return to an upward trend and open the path to new highs. Otherwise, the risk of a retracement remains – some analysts warn of a potential decline down to $105,000 in case sentiment worsens. Nevertheless, medium-term forecasts remain optimistic: several market participants still expect to reach $130,000 by the end of the year, especially if macroeconomic conditions improve and the Federal Reserve shifts to a more accommodative monetary policy.
Ethereum: Institutional Interest and the Market
The second-largest digital asset, Ethereum (ETH), confidently finished the summer with growth and is currently holding around $4,300 per coin. August brought significant strengthening for Ethereum – about 19% added over the month, marking a second consecutive month of growth (atypical dynamics for "eth," which typically declines at the end of summer). Momentarily, the upward momentum has somewhat waned, and ETH's price has been fluctuating without sharp changes lately, reflecting demand stabilization after the surge.
Institutional investors are clearly showing heightened interest in Ethereum. According to industry analysts, in August, investment products based on ETH recorded an inflow of capital of about $4 billion – the largest figure among all crypto assets for the month. In contrast, funds based on Bitcoin showed outflows, indicating a reallocation of funds in favor of Ethereum. Large players, including some well-known "whales," have been shifting some of their investments from BTC to ETH in recent weeks, expecting higher returns. This rotation may be tied to both technological expectations (the development of the Ethereum ecosystem and the growth of the decentralized finance sector) and the anticipation of the approval of new investment products based on Ethereum for the traditional market.
Prospects for Ethereum are viewed positively. Various influential figures in the crypto industry have publicly expressed their views on the long-term potential of this platform. Specifically, Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin and Wall Street analyst Tom Lee recently forecast significant price growth for ETH in the event of widespread adoption of the technology in traditional financial markets. Although the forecasts of "100-fold growth" are hypothetical and are projected years ahead, they reflect confidence that Ethereum has established itself as an integral part of the financial infrastructure of the future. In the coming months, investors will be monitoring the decisions of regulators – it is expected that in October, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will review applications for spot ETFs, including those based on Ethereum. Potential approval of such funds could attract a new wave of institutional dollars into ETH.
Altcoins: Market Growth Resumes
In the altcoin segment (alternative cryptocurrencies), there is a revival following the late-summer correction. Many leading altcoins that declined by 5–10% in late August are showing a solid rebound as September begins. The total market capitalization of altcoins has again exceeded $1.7 trillion, and the "Altcoin Season Index" has risen to 57 points (compared to 44 points a month ago). This indicates that several altcoins have outperformed Bitcoin in growth rates recently, although there is still a considerable way to go before a full "alt season" (generally considered over 75 points on the index).
The leaders of the recovery include both large platform tokens and some specialized projects. Investor interest is shifting to assets that are capable of showing higher returns in the short term. According to CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin’s share of the total capitalization has slightly decreased (to ~56%), reflecting a reallocation of funds in favor of alternative coins. Analysts note that such dynamics often precede a phase of intensified growth of altcoins; however, much will depend on Bitcoin's behavior itself and the overall market liquidity. If flagship BTC continues to hold within a range or grows steadily, investors may feel more confident to invest in secondary coins in search of better profits. Conversely, if a new wave of volatility arises, risky altcoins may quickly lose their recent gains as well.
Among the leading assets of the current rally, we can highlight XRP, Solana, Stellar, Tron, and Dogecoin, as well as several tokens from the decentralized finance sector. Many of them have received additional momentum from positive news (see below for detailed coverage). At the same time, some "explosive" anomalies have been observed in the market: for example, driven by speculative excitement, the low-cap meme token MemeCore surged by more than 30% in a single day, despite an overall cooling of interest in "meme" coins. Such cases remind investors of the high volatility and riskiness associated with the altcoin segment, especially beyond the top ten. Overall, September has begun optimistically for most alternative cryptocurrencies, laying the groundwork for possible continued growth in the coming weeks.
XRP and Stellar: Increased Interest in Payment Tokens
One of the notable beneficiaries of the current market is XRP – the token for the Ripple payment network. Its value has strengthened to $2.80, which is close to the maximum levels observed over the past few years. Despite a correction at the end of August (a week prior, XRP declined by about 6–7%), the asset quickly regained its losses, adding another 2–3% over the past day. Experts associate the resumption in XRP's growth with a combination of factors: the continued use of the Ripple ecosystem in international remittances and speculative expectations regarding potential futures ETFs based on XRP. The SEC is expected to rule on several applications for launching crypto ETFs this fall, including funds tracking XRP prices. If the regulator gives the green light, XRP could see an influx of institutional investments, similarly to how Bitcoin and Ethereum previously attracted capital through ETF vehicles. In light of such expectations, investors are preemptively increasing their positions in the token.
Positive news is also emerging from another significant payment-focused project – Stellar (XLM). The XLM price has risen by approximately 3% over the past day, partially attributed to a technological upgrade of the network. On September 3, the implementation of Protocol 23 is scheduled on the Stellar blockchain, aimed at enhancing the throughput and efficiency of the network. In anticipation of this, leading South Korean exchanges (Bithumb and Upbit) have temporarily halted deposits and withdrawals of XLM to conduct technical work for integrating the new protocol. The community welcomes the upgrade with optimism, hoping it will attract additional institutional participants into the Stellar ecosystem and expand asset tokenization opportunities. Hence, both XRP and Stellar are currently in the spotlight thanks to strengthened fundamental drivers of demand for their tokens.
Solana: Technological Breakthrough and Investor Optimism
The blockchain platform Solana (SOL) continues to attract attention, stabilizing at around $200+ per coin. Solana's recovery after the summer downturn has been quite swift – at the end of August, SOL was trading below $180, and by early September, it reached $205, marking an approximate 15% gain in a short period. A key factor driving this rally is the forthcoming major network upgrade named Alpenglow. This upgrade promises a significant technological leap: the finalization time for transactions on the Solana network will be reduced from the current ~12 seconds to just 150 milliseconds. This dramatically enhances transaction processing speed, setting a new industry standard and positioning Solana as potentially the fastest public blockchain network.
Data from the developer team shows that the proposal to activate Alpenglow has already garnered support from over 99% of network validators, with full deployment expected in the coming weeks. Investors are factoring these enhancements into the price: the high speed and scalability are set to make Solana more attractive to enterprise users, financial applications, and high-frequency trading platforms. Analysts also note an important trend: institutional accumulation of SOL is on the rise. Approximately $1.7 billion worth of Solana tokens is already held on the balances of various companies and funds, indicating a shift of some large holders from speculative trading to long-term investment in the Solana ecosystem.
Some experts are particularly optimistic. For example, the investment division of the MEXC exchange believes that with the successful implementation of the upgrade and the absence of external shocks, the price of SOL could reach $215 this September and potentially $250 by the end of the year. The likelihood of such a scenario is estimated at around 60%. Of course, the realization of this forecast will also depend on the overall market state and regulatory decisions. Notably, the SEC has recently postponed its decision on applications for launching ETFs tied to Solana until October 16 – this slightly dampened the enthusiasm of the most impatient investors but did not alter the positive baseline scenario. Solana is confidently outpacing many competitors in the first-tier blockchain race, and the anticipated technological breakthrough only strengthens the community's faith in the further growth of this asset.
It’s also worth noting: Besides Solana, other updates have emerged in the platform cryptocurrency sector. The Tron community has approved a significant reduction in transaction fees (approximately 60%), which is expected to make using the Tron network less expensive and attract new users. Meanwhile, the competing platform Cardano (ADA), although showing modest growth, has faced profit-taking from several "whale" addresses – according to market data, over 30 million ADA was sold by large holders in recent days. Nevertheless, these divergent events have not hindered Cardano from maintaining its position above $0.80, and the project’s community continues to anticipate major updates this fall.
Dogecoin: Treasury Fund to Support the Meme Cryptocurrency
One of the most famous meme cryptocurrencies, Dogecoin (DOGE), received significant fundamental support this week. The nonprofit Dogecoin Foundation announced the establishment of a special treasury of $175 million aimed at buying and holding DOGE. The objective of this initiative is to ensure the long-term sustainability of the Dogecoin ecosystem and smooth out potential price fluctuations. In effect, the fund plans to act as a sort of "stabilizer" for the DOGE market, buying coins with treasury funds during periods when their value significantly drops. This approach is reminiscent of stock buyback programs or central bank interventions in currency markets, adapted for a decentralized community.
News about the treasury's creation has been positively received by investors: the price of DOGE, which had previously been stagnant, has risen to $0.21 (around 21 cents), showing a slight daily increase. Although the rise does not appear impressive in percentage terms, it's important to note the change in sentiment – whereas Dogecoin previously relied entirely on market sentiment and social media buzz (remember the impact of Elon Musk's tweets), the coin now has its own financial support mechanism. Experts believe that the success of this initiative could set a precedent for other meme token communities: having a solid reserve of funds for the ecosystem increases trust among holders and attracts more serious investors. Naturally, much will depend on the transparency of managing these funds and the effectiveness of their use. However, the very fact that institutions characteristic of "serious" projects are forming around a token that was once considered humorous indicates the maturation of the market and a gradual blurring of the lines between meme cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.
Regulation and Institutional Trends
External factors and regulatory actions continue to exert a significant influence on the crypto market. In the United States, investors are eagerly awaiting important macroeconomic data in the coming days – particularly the labor market report, which will be released on Friday. Strong employment figures could temper hopes for a near-term cut in the Federal Reserve's baseline interest rate, which usually negatively impacts risk appetite (including investments in cryptocurrencies). Conversely, weak employment numbers could bolster expectations of monetary policy easing at the upcoming Federal Reserve meeting. Such outcomes could have a positive effect on cryptocurrencies, as cheaper money has historically stimulated demand for alternative assets.
Regulatory uncertainty also remains a pressure factor. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) delayed the review of several key applications for launching spot crypto ETFs at the end of August. According to recent data, around 92 applications for various crypto funds (including those for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and even some meme cryptocurrencies) are currently awaiting a decision from the SEC. Among the most anticipated are the funds based on Solana and XRP, which are expected to receive a ruling from the regulator in October 2025. Investors are closely monitoring these developments: approval of several new ETFs could serve as a powerful catalyst for institutional capital influx into the market, while further delays or denials could create uncertainty and trigger short-term sell-offs on news.
Meanwhile, in Russia, authorities are tightening control over the crypto industry. The Central Bank of Russia has officially announced plans to impose stricter requirements on banks' operations with digital assets. This is expected to require banks to account for cryptocurrencies when calculating reserves and capital adequacy ratios, as well as limit direct investments in crypto assets and derivatives based on them. Experts note that this policy from the Bank of Russia further solidifies an already conservative approach: most large banks have previously refrained from working with cryptocurrencies. The new rules could temporarily reduce the already low involvement of traditional financial institutions in the Russian crypto market. There is also a risk that some retail investors might shift to unregulated platforms or foreign services if access to crypto products within the country becomes more restricted.
On a global level, despite some stringent measures, the overall trend remains favorable for the integration of cryptocurrencies into the financial system. This is evidenced by, for example, data on exchange-traded funds: institutions continue to accumulate large volumes of BTC and other coins (as mentioned, around 7% of all Bitcoins are already held through ETFs). The largest global asset management firms are expanding their range of crypto products. New instruments such as futures on Bitcoin ETFs are emerging (in June, the Moscow Exchange launched trading of such derivatives, which became a precedent for the Russian market). Thus, regulators are trying to find a balance – to contain excessive enthusiasm and risks while not missing out on the opportunities presented by the rapidly growing crypto sector. In the coming weeks, news flows regarding regulation are likely to be one of the decisive factors influencing investor sentiment.
WLFI Token Linked to the Trump Family: Launch, Drop, and Support Measures
A separate story to note is the launch of the new token WLFI, associated with the family of former US President Donald Trump. The project World Liberty Financial (WLFI) garnered enormous market attention in early September. On September 1, the WLFI token began trading on multiple major exchanges (including Binance, Upbit, and Gate.io), and its launch was truly impressive. The initial offering price was around $0.30, and at peak moments, the quotations soared to $0.33, resulting in an estimated circulating capitalization exceeding $8 billion. Investors and traders rushed to embrace the new coin, considering the notoriety of the names behind the project.
However, the euphoria was short-lived. Just a couple of days after WLFI's debut, the token experienced a sharp price drop. According to market data, from the peak of $0.33, the price dropped by more than 30%, settling around $0.22–0.23. This significant decline is attributed to many early holders cashing in profits, fearing further volatility. Additional pressure came from a large token unlock: about 24.6 billion WLFI tokens entered circulation, sharply increasing supply and reportedly raising the total share controlled by the Trump family to approximately $5 billion (at the time of issuance). Although the team had previously assured that the founders' tokens would remain locked, market data indicated substantial ownership concentration, which also alarmed some investors.
Faced with a price collapse, the developers of World Liberty Financial are forced to take emergency measures to restore trust. A proposal has already been made to launch a buyback and burn program for a portion of the WLFI tokens. The essence of the idea is to allocate 100% of the fee income generated by the WLFI protocol on various blockchains (Ethereum, BNB Chain, Solana) for repurchasing tokens from the market and subsequently destroying them. If the community approves this initiative, the circulating supply of WLFI will decrease, increasing the relative share of remaining tokens among long-term investors. This move is expected to create scarcity and support the price after the decline. In comments on the project’s governance forum, the majority of participants are already expressing support for the total burning of fee revenues to salvage the token price.
Simultaneously, alongside economic issues, security concerns surrounding WLFI have emerged. Some users reported attacks in which malicious actors managed to steal WLFI tokens by exploiting vulnerabilities in wallet smart contracts. Preliminary analysis indicates that the hackers exploited a new Ethereum feature (EIP-7702) that allows wallets to temporarily act as smart contracts, obtaining access to victims’ private keys through phishing. The project team has urged holders to remain vigilant: checking their wallet permissions and moving assets to a new address if necessary. This incident underscores the high risks associated with young projects, even when backed by prominent figures.
Currently, WLFI is trading with a capitalization of around $6–7 billion (at a price of ~$0.23 per token) and remains one of the most discussed assets of the week. The story of the rapid rise and fall of the "Trump token" serves as a reminder to investors of the highly speculative nature of the crypto market. The World Liberty Financial project still has to prove its resilience: upcoming decisions regarding the token burn program and the further price behavior will reveal whether the initial buzz was justified. In any case, the emergence of WLFI added drama to the market and became a noteworthy event at the start of autumn in the world of cryptocurrencies.
