Litecoin Among Crypto’s Oldest Survivors — Is a Breakout Coming?
Despite a fast-evolving crypto landscape, Litecoin (LTC) has remained one of the space’s most durable assets. Launched in 2011, it currently holds a market cap of $6.7 billion, ahead of most of its early-era counterparts.
Only Bitcoin, XRP, and Dogecoin maintain larger valuations among cryptos created before 2014—testament to LTC’s staying power.
Long-Standing Cryptos by Market Cap:
| Cryptocurreny | Year Launched | Current Market Cap |
| Bitcoin | 2009 | $1.17 trillion |
| XRP | 2013 | $123 billion |
| Dogecoin | 2013 | $23.7 billion |
| Litecoin | 2011 | $6.7 billion |
| Namecoin | 2011 | $14.6 million |
| Peercoin | 2012 | $10.8 million |
| Gridcoin | 2013 | $1.9 million |
Market Momentum: Litecoin Climbs as Sentiment Improves
Litecoin saw an 8% rally, peaking at $78.04, on the back of Trump’s tariff pause—boosting risk assets across the board.
Current Catalysts Fueling LTC:
- Added to Fidelity’s crypto retirement plans
- Dominates BitPay usage for nearly two years straight
- Increasing odds of ETF approval by 2025 (Bloomberg: 90%)
- Named on DTCC’s ETF eligibility list
Price Outlook: Can Litecoin Break $100?
Though fundamentals remain bullish, Litecoin is still facing technical headwinds.
- Trading level: ~$73.70
- Immediate resistance: $80
- Major upside target: $100
- Support area: $60–$68
- RSI: Neutral, with possible bullish divergence forming
Final Word: Endurance + Utility = LTC’s Strength
Litecoin’s ability to blend legacy reputation with real-world usage (especially in payments) sets it apart. If institutional interest continues rising and ETF news breaks in its favor, a move toward $100+ could be well within reach.
