Crypto Market Today, Nov. 3: XRP and Zcash Defy Recent Weakness as Midterm Elections Take Center Stage

Cryptocurrency markets rebounded on November 3, 2026, with Bitcoin rising 1.49% to $77,828.21, Ethereum up 1.98% to $2,293.77, and Solana gaining 2.03% to $93.70. XRP and Zcash led the recovery with strong gains of 2.54% and 6.55% respectively. The rebound follows volatile trading as investors focus on U.S. midterm elections and their potential impact on digital asset policy and regulation. Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs also posted gains, though momentum remains fragile with cryptocurrencies still down from early fall highs.