Crypto Price Today (April 11, 2025): Bitcoin Hovers at $82k, ETH Loses Momentum While SOL Spikes

As the global markets waver under geopolitical tensions and policy shifts, the crypto space is showing its trademark divergence. Bitcoin (BTC) remains stable at $82,000, while Ethereum (ETH) is experiencing a decline. But the real story this morning is Solana (SOL), which has surged nearly 9% in the last 24 hours.

BTC’s price appears frozen in anticipation of further macro developments. Traders are watching closely for signs from the Fed’s next rate move and Donald Trump’s ongoing tariff campaign, which has added uncertainty to tech and commodities alike. Still, Bitcoin remains remarkably resilient.

“Bitcoin is sitting in a classic accumulation range,” says Ava Pritchard, an analyst at CryptoLedger. “We’re seeing large wallets scoop up BTC quietly. It’s less about price action right now and more about positioning.”

Ethereum, however, is faltering. ETH dipped below $3,400 during early Asian trading hours and has yet to recover. Analysts blame it on a combination of delayed network upgrades and the broader market pivot away from yield farming. L2 activity is strong, but ETH itself is lagging behind.

Meanwhile, Solana continues its comeback. At just under $185, SOL’s 9% gain overnight is credited to a surge in NFT volume and renewed developer momentum. Trading volume on Solana-based DEXs also hit a six-week high.

“Solana’s comeback is more than just hype; it’s infrastructure catching up to promise,” said James Osei, tech investor and founder of Web3Think.

Elsewhere in the market, XRP remains rangebound around $2.40, while Avalanche (AVAX) and Cardano (ADA) are trading flat.

Overall market sentiment is mixed, with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index tilting toward “Neutral”. While the top assets consolidate, traders are rotating capital into altcoins with momentum.

For now, all eyes are on Bitcoin’s ability to hold the $80K psychological level and whether Solana can extend its rally through the weekend.