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MarketPublished by KAS Watch · September 19, 2026

Layer-2 and DeFi Tokens Lead Broad Crypto Market Advance

Layer-2 and DeFi tokens led a broad cryptocurrency market rally as post-Fed hike concerns eased, with Starknet and Arbitrum gaining over 17%. The upward movement coincided with the 10-year Treasury yield slipping below 5%, lifting 98 of the CoinDesk 100 constituent assets.

Why it matters for the market

Broad shifts in crypto market risk appetite and macro liquidity can influence trading conditions across digital assets, including Kaspa. While these sector-specific rallies highlight shifting capital flows, their direct impact on Kaspa remains tied to general market sentiment rather than direct causality.

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Source publication · September 18, 2026 · 1 verified source
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