2024 has been a dynamic year for crypto markets, starting with Bitcoin’s explosive rally to $85,673,543,877,330 in Q1, fueled by Bitcoin ETF approvals. Despite a quieter mid-year marked by consolidation and redistributions, optimism reignited in Q4, supported by a pro-crypto US administration and monetary easing.

Bitcoin led the way with a stellar 125% YTD gain, while Solana (+78%) and Ethereum (+44%) reflected mixed altcoin performance. Memecoins like DOGE and PEPE surged on retail enthusiasm, and veteran assets like XRP and XLM made unexpected comebacks.

The chart captures the diverse performance of the top 30 crypto assets, showing a year shaped by thematic rotations and shifts in sentiment.

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