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Crypto Market Analysis (September 1, 2025): September Starts with Market Jitters and a Major Token Unlock

Kryptonary Staff

September 1, 2025
10:25 AM

Bitcoin Consolidates Amid Macroeconomic Uncertainty

Bitcoin’s price held steady at the start of September, trading around $108,000. After a volatile end to August, the leading cryptocurrency entered a period of consolidation as traders reassessed their positions. Analysts noted that Bitcoin has a historically weak performance in September, and there is a high risk of a deeper correction. The market is now looking for a clear direction as investors remain cautious.

Ethereum Faces Downward Pressure Despite Institutional Inflows

Ethereum’s price saw a correction, dipping below the $4,400 support level. The dip comes despite a massive month of institutional inflows, with a report highlighting that Ethereum ETFs absorbed over $4 billion in August alone. This suggests that the institutional bid is not yet strong enough to fully offset selling pressure. Analysts are now closely watching the $4,300 to $4,375 support zone for signs of a potential bounce.

Kaspa (KAS)

Kaspa’s highly anticipated Layer 2 mainnet, Casplex, officially went live, introducing smart contract functionality to the network. This launch is a major milestone for Kaspa, as it positions the network to compete with major DeFi platforms. However, the price did not see an immediate surge, indicating that the market may be waiting to see real adoption metrics and dApp launches before pricing in the new utility.

SUI

Sui’s price came under significant pressure as a major token unlock occurred on September 1. The event released 44 million SUI tokens onto the market, creating a supply shock that fueled selling pressure. This has caused the price to decline, and analysts believe that it could lead to a deeper correction for the token in the near term.

XRP

XRP’s price also declined, following the broader negative market sentiment. Despite recent rumors of growing institutional interest and potential ETF filings, the token was unable to resist the overall market downturn. The price movement reflected a lack of fresh catalysts and a market that is consolidating after a period of mixed performance.

Cardano (ADA)

Cardano saw its price decline, mirroring the broader market’s cautious sentiment. The token’s price action showed that it is still tied to the movements of major cryptocurrencies. While the community remains focused on the potential for an ETF filing, the short-term price movement is still in a downtrend.

Shiba Inu (SHIB)

Shiba Inu’s price saw a modest dip, following a slight rally at the end of last month. The meme coin’s volatility is still high, and its price is heavily influenced by speculative trading. The community continues to focus on the token’s burn rate and the development of its Shibarium ecosystem for future growth.

Dogecoin (DOGE)

Dogecoin’s price saw a dip, unable to resist the negative market sentiment at the start of the month. The meme coin’s performance was in line with other major altcoins, suggesting that its price is still tied to the broader market’s movements. Recent news about a potential new treasury plan has not been enough to provide a strong catalyst for a sustained rally.

Pi Network (PI)

The Pi Network’s token, PI, saw its price dip, following the broader market’s negative trend. Despite a recent hackathon announcement, the token is still struggling to gain momentum due to a lack of listings and liquidity. Many investors are now looking for other utility-driven altcoins with real-world applications.

A Cautious Start to the “Red September”

The crypto market’s performance on September 1 reinforces the historical trend of “Red September,” a period of seasonal weakness and volatility. With Bitcoin consolidating, and altcoins facing pressure from token unlocks and general market jitters, investors are advised to exercise caution. The market’s direction for the rest of the month will likely depend on institutional sentiment and the performance of major assets in the coming days.

Cryptocurrency	Current Price	24h Price Change	Key Catalyst / News
Bitcoin (BTC)	~$108,000	-1.5%	Consolidates at a support level; seasonal weakness expected.
Ethereum (ETH)	~$4,380	-2.1%	Dips despite a strong month for ETF inflows.
Kaspa (KAS)	~$0.087	-1.2%	Casplex Layer 2 for smart contracts goes live.
SUI	~$3.30	-3.4%	Price drops due to a major $145M token unlock.
XRP	~$2.95	-0.9%	Decline follows market sentiment amid a lack of new catalysts.
Cardano (ADA)	~$0.83	-1.1%	Price dip mirrors broader market caution.
Shiba Inu (SHIB)	~$0.000012	-1.1%	Modest dip following speculative rally.
Dogecoin (DOGE)	~$0.21	-1.2%	Price dips with the overall market trend.
Pi Network (PI)	~$0.33	-0.6%	Price dip despite recent hackathon news; liquidity remains a concern.

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