Ethereum Plummets 5%, Bitcoin Suffers as Altcoins Crash Amid Market Turmoil

Ethereum prices took a significant hit, dropping nearly 5% while Bitcoin slumped to its five-day low on August 15th, 2025. This sharp downturn in the cryptocurrency market was triggered by macroeconomic pressures and shifts in capital allocation across various cryptocurrencies. The overall volatility of the digital asset market continues to affect investor sentiment and the strategies of institutional investors.