Massive Double-Digit Gains From These Alts as BTC Returns to $80K: Weekend Watch
May 9, 2026
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by Jordan Lyanchev
for CryptoPotato

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Geopolitical catalyst: US President Trump's announcement of a three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia triggered risk-on crypto sentiment, allowing Bitcoin to reclaim $80,000 after a brief dip below that level. Altcoin rally and token performance: Higher-beta altcoins outperformed—ONDO, SIREN, JUP, ICP, VVV—indicating rotation into altcoins/DeFi tokens and a positive short-term market impact for crypto.
Bullish
Bitcoin’s price slide below $80,000 didn’t last long, as the asset reclaimed that level yesterday following US President Trump’s announcement of a three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia.
Many altcoins have produced a lot more impressive gains today, led by ONDO, SIREN, JUP, ICP, and VVV.
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