Layer-2 and DeFi Tokens Propel Crypto Market Higher as Post‑Fed Rate‑Hike Anxiety Eases
The cryptocurrency market experienced a noticeable lift on Tuesday, driven primarily by a rally in layer‑2 scaling solutions and decentralized finance (DeFi) tokens. Two of the most prominent layer‑2 projects, Starknet and Arbitrum, each posted gains exceeding 17 percent, underscoring the growing confidence among investors in technologies that aim to improve transaction speed, lower fees, and inc…
Sept. 18, 2026, 10:33 a.m.