Crypto Markets Edge Higher as Bitcoin, Ether Gain Despite Heavy Liquidations

The Defiant
by Jona Jaupi
February 2, 2026
Crypto Markets Edge Higher as Bitcoin, Ether Gain Despite Heavy Liquidations
Prices rose modestly after a stronger-than-expected U.S. manufacturing report.
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Originally published on The Defiant on 2/2/2026