Why Ethereum Classic Is Volatile

Ethereum Classic ETC/USD is trading lower by 2.6% to $25.67 during Wednesday's session. Shares of several altcoins are trading lower amid a drop in the price of Bitcoin.

Bitcoin is the largest and most well-known cryptocurrency. As such, its price movements often influence the overall sentiment in the cryptocurrency market.

When Bitcoin experiences a significant drop or rise, it can trigger similar movements in other cryptocurrencies like Ethereum Classic due to investors' reactions to the broader market sentiment.

Ethereum Classic also shares some technical similarities as cryptocurrencies, including blockchain technology and consensus mechanisms. Additionally, changes in the technical aspects of one cryptocurrency, such as upgrades or scalability issues, can also impact market perceptions of other cryptocurrencies with similar technical features.

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