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Crypto Market Today, Nov. 3: XRP and Zcash Defy Recent Weakness as Midterm Elections Take Center Stage

Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) rose 1.49% to $77,828.21, Ethereum (CRYPTO:ETH) rose 1.98% to $2,293.77, and Solana (CRYPTO:SOL) rose 2.03% to $93.70. As of early evening on Nov. 3, the three coins were firmer even after a volatile session.

On November 3, the cryptocurrency market showed resilience despite recent weakness, with XRP and Zcash defying the downward trend. Bitcoin and Ethereum both rose, with Bitcoin increasing 1.49% to $77,828.21 and Ethereum gaining 1.60% to $2,293.77. Solana also had a strong day, climbing 2.03% to $93.70. Despite the overall market recovery, investors remain cautious as the U.S. midterm elections loom, which could impact fiscal spending, artificial intelligence regulation, and digital asset policy.

Some cryptocurrencies, including XRP and Zcash, outperformed the broader market, with XRP up 2.34% and Zcash surging 6.80%. However, many digital assets are still far from their early fall highs, and momentum remains uncertain. As the political landscape unfolds, investors will closely watch how the midterm elections influence market sentiment and risk appetite heading into 2027.

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