Crypto market Today – March 5, 2025: Bitcoin and ethereum lead gains, Aave surges, top gainers and losers revealed

Bitcoin price surged on March 5, 2025, leading the crypto market rally with Ethereum, Solana, and XRP following suit. Aave (AAVE) emerged as the top gainer, while Fantom (FTM) saw losses. The global crypto market cap increased by 4.08%, hitting $2.86 trillion, with major altcoins showing mixed trends. A significant factor behind the surge was Donald Trumps announcement of a U.S. crypto reserve, boosting investor sentiment. With Bitcoin crossing $88,465 and market volatility rising, traders are closely watching upcoming developments.