Crypto Market Hits Record $3 Trillion Amid Bitcoin Surge

The cryptocurrency market has hit a major milestone, surpassing $3 trillion in total capitalization as Bitcoin (BTC) reclaimed the $91,000 level on January 4.

This rally comes as part of an early 2026 rebound, with many major cryptocurrencies posting significant gains. Ethereum (ETH), for example, rose roughly 1% to near $3,150, while Solana (SOL) gained about 1.6% over the same period.

Bitcoin's move above $90,000 represents a key psychological level after multi-week consolidation between $85,000 and $90,000, and is seen as a positive sign for the market. According to on-chain data, whale accumulation and long-term holder buying have reduced sell pressure, contributing to the rally.