Crypto markets are flashing renewed energy as several altcoins post double-digit gains, according to CoinMarketCap’s evolving momentum algorithm, which tracks social, price, and volume strength.
The current standouts are CREPE, RICE AI, and Zcash (ZEC), each driven by unique catalysts ranging from exchange listings to institutional adoption.
CREPE (+39.56% 24h): BitMart Listing Sparks Retail Frenzy
CREPE continues to dominate trader attention after its BitMart listing on August 20, 2025. Trading volume jumped 104% to $3.83 million, while the token broke above its 127.2% Fibonacci level ($0.00003505), a key bullish indicator. With a 7-day RSI of 66.17, momentum remains strong without showing extreme overbought conditions.
Analysts note that listings often trigger short-term speculative waves, but CREPE’s 270% monthly gain and sustained trading activity suggest more than a fleeting pump. Maintaining volume above $3 million daily will be crucial for confirming long-term retail engagement.
RICE AI (+22.63% 24h): Robotics and AI Adoption Boost Sentiment
RICE AI extended its rally on the back of growing excitement around the AI robotics sector, marking a 63.4% market cap increase over two weeks. Strategic partnerships with SoftBank and 7-Eleven, along with a $200,000 investment from the Floki DAO, have strengthened its real-world adoption narrative.
Unlike many meme-driven AI tokens, RICE AI’s hardware deployment strategy and enterprise collaborations give it tangible credibility. Investors are now watching for updates on the project’s 500+ robot network expansion, which could further cement its position in the intersection of AI and blockchain infrastructure.
Zcash (+17.63% 24h): Privacy Revival and Institutional Demand
Zcash (ZEC) has reemerged as a powerhouse in the privacy sector, surging 176% in a week after Grayscale reopened its ZEC Trust and Hyperliquid listed new perpetual contracts with 5x leverage. The coin’s daily RSI (63.85) and $581 million trading volume point to a fresh wave of institutional accumulation.
As privacy narratives regain traction amid easing regulatory fears, ZEC’s rally toward the $171 mark, its 2022 resistance level – signals growing conviction. With ETF inflows exceeding $1.5 billion across Bitcoin and Ethereum products on October 3, analysts suggest privacy-focused assets like Zcash could benefit from a broader institutional pivot toward diversification.
Together, these three assets highlight a market in transition – balancing speculative interest with emerging real-world use cases and institutional engagement.
