The Dogecoin hash rate has spiked sharply, reaching new all-time highs. This bullish development reflects increasing network activity and miner participation. The surge also aligns with the recent positive shift in Dogecoin’s momentum, which favorable market conditions and sentiment have bolstered. 

Dogecoin Hashrate Reaches New ATH

Dogecoin mining activity is experiencing a major upsurge, as its hash rate recently hit a new ATH. This impressive milestone indicates strong network security and growing miner confidence in Dogecoin. 

Crypto analyst Master Kenobi announced this bullish development in an X (formerly Twitter) post on November 20. The analyst revealed that over time, DOGE mining activity could become more profitable, more stable and less taxing for miners than Bitcoin mining.  

Master Kenobi’s analysis is especially notable due to Bitcoin’s cyclic halving events, which occur every four years and cut the rewards of miners in half. The Bitcoin halving also decreases the rate at which new coins are available, thus reducing its supply while also resulting in lesser profits for Bitcoin miners. 

Without halving events like Bitcoin, Master Kenobi reveals that Dogecoin offers more predictable rewards and facilitates long-term stability for miners. Moreover, this stability can potentially boost the meme coin’s value and strengthen its network security, thereby improving trust in its ecosystem. 

The Dogecoin hash rate is calculated based on the number of calculations performed per second to solve a hash on the blockchain. At the time of the ATH, DOGE’s hash rate was at 1.5 PH/s. However now its hash rate has increased slightly to 1.52 PH/s. 

Interestingly, the spike in Dogecoin’s hash rate to new ATHs comes as the meme coin records a surge in momentum. Over the past few weeks, Dogecoin has experienced triple-digit gains, recording a price increase of more than 169% just this month. CoinMarkeCap’s data also shows that the price of the meme coin is currently trading at $0.385.

This price surge has caught the attention of the crypto market, and with the increase in hash rate, Dogecoin is steadily solidifying its position as the number one meme coin in the crypto market. 

DOGE Mining Vs. Bitcoin Mining 

In his X post, Master Kenobi reveals that Dogecoin and Bitcoin operate on fundamentally different networks. Each cryptocurrency uses distinct hashing algorithms, making mining compatibility between both ecosystems virtually impossible.

While DOGE operates on the Scrypt algorithm, which is optimized for a different class of Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), Bitcoin, on the other hand, relies on the SHA-256 algorithm, which requires ASICs specifically designed for its type of hashing. 

This notable distinction prevents miners from switching between networks, bolstering the independence of each blockchain network. Additionally, the difference in hashing algorithms ensures no overlap in hardware utility and prevents the risk of a network being compromised by others’ mining resources. This ultimately improves security for both the Dogecoin and Bitcoin ecosystems. 

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The crypto prices today have primarily continued on an upward trajectory, showcasing strong market momentum. Bitcoin (BTC) has reached a significant milestone, touching $99,000 for the first time. Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) have also surged by 9% and 12%, while XRP has climbed by an impressive 25%. The global crypto market cap has jumped by 6%, to $3.26 trillion, with total trading volume skyrocketing 41% in the past 24 hours to $251 billion.

Let’s dive deeper into the top cryptocurrencies by market cap and their price movements on November 22.

Crypto Prices Today: Bullish BTC, ETH, SOL & XRP Sentiment

The overall crypto market appears bullish as Bitcoin (BTC) touched $99K for the first time. Ethereum (ETH) prices shot up by 9%, while most major cryptocurrencies have gained in the past 24 hours. XRP surged 25%, fueled by news of Gary Gensler stepping down as US SEC Chair in January 2025.

Bitcoin Price Today

Bitcoin has gained approximately 5% in the past 24 hours and is currently trading at $98,683. The coin’s intraday low and high were $94,457 and $98,834, respectively. With a market cap of $1.95 trillion and a 24-hour trading volume of $106 billion, BTC holds a market dominance of 59.53%, reflecting its continued strength in the crypto market.

According to Sosovalue, ten Bitcoin ETFs recorded an inflow of $397 million on Thursday, signaling growing institutional interest. However, BlackRock’s IBIT data, which is highly anticipated, is still awaited and could further influence market sentiment.

Ethereum Price Today

Ethereum surged 9% today and is trading at $3,331. Its 24-hour low and high were $3,083 and $3,388, respectively. With a market cap of $400 billion and a trading volume of $52 billion in the past 24 hours, ETH remains the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, holding a market dominance of 12.20%.

While ETH ETFs saw an outflow of $9 million, BlackRock’s data is still awaited for further insights. Additionally, ETH co-founder Vitalik Buterin purchased Super Anon (ANON) tokens on Base, highlighting its potential as a revolutionary token in the privacy space.

Solana Price Today

Solana (SOL) is currently trading at $261, marking a 12% increase in the last 24 hours. The crypto prices hits all-time high of $263.70 today. Its intraday low and high were $236 and $263.70, respectively. With a market cap of $122 billion, SOL stands as the fourth-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, showcasing its robust performance.

The 24-hour trading volume for Solana is $11 billion, and it holds a market dominance of 3.74%. As Bitwise submits Solana spot ETF filing, its growing significance in the crypto space reflects increasing investor interest.

XRP Price Today

XRP recorded the biggest jump in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $1.36, marking a 25% surge. Its 24-hour low and high were $1.086 and $1.43, respectively. With a market cap of $78 billion, XRP ranks as the sixth-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.

The 24-hour trading volume for XRP stands at $15 billion, with a market dominance of 2.38%. This significant rally highlights growing investor interest, further boosting its position in the crypto market.

Meme Coins Prices Today

Dogecoin (DOGE) witnessed a 6% increase in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $0.3966. Its 24-hour low and high were $0.3767 and $0.3996, respectively. With a market cap of $58 billion and a trading volume of $8.72 billion in the last 24 hours, DOGE continues to show strong market performance.

Similarly, Shiba Inu (SHIB) gained nearly 7%, currently trading at $0.00002502. Other notable meme coins like PEPE, BONK, and WIF also saw impressive gains, ranging from 6% to 13% in the past 24 hours, reflecting strong investor interest in the meme coin sector.

Top Crypto Gainers Prices Today

FTX Token

FTT token jumped by 34% in the past 24 hours, currently trading at $2.68. Its 24-hour low and high were $1.973 and $2.962, respectively, reflecting a strong surge in its price.

XRP

XRP is currently trading at $1.36, reflecting a 25% increase in the past 24 hours. Its 24-hour low and high were $1.086 and $1.43, respectively, showing significant price movement during this period.

Optimism

Optimism (OP) is up by 24% in the last 24 hours, currently trading at $2.03. Its 24-hour low and high were $1.647 and $2.202, respectively, reflecting strong price action during this period.

Top Crypto Losers Prices Today

FLOKI

FLOKI is down by 5% in the last 24 hours, currently trading at $0.0002627. Its 24-hour low and high were $0.0002487 and $0.0002778, respectively, showing a slight decline in price during this period.

Peanut the Squirrel

PNUT price is trading at $1.29, down by 3% in the last 24 hours. Its 24-hour low and high were $0.1185 and $0.153, respectively, with trading volume climbing 31%.

Besides this, the hourly chart of BTC and ETH looks positive, with both showing a 1% increase. This upward movement reflects a strong short-term trend for both cryptocurrencies. The crypto prices is expected to show volatility today amid weekly options expiry.

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