Dogecoin Price Outlook as Bitcoin Hits $81K Amid Rising Open Interest

Dogecoin price hovered above $0.0882 on Saturday after gaining 3.60% during the previous 24 hours. The meme coin followed Bitcoin’s advance beyond $81,270 as demand strengthened the wider market. Dogecoin is now approaching the $0.09 level, with traders watching for a confirmed breakout.

Increased derivatives trading also contributed to optimism, as crypto open interest came to a total of 146.6 billion, hitting the highest reading since January 15, 2026.

Why Is the Crypto Market Up?

The Cryptocurrency market grew 4% to reach 2.78 trillion in ETF demand, and policy forward eased sentiment.

The Market capitalization earlier reached $2.76 trillion, its strongest level since January, while XRP climbed 10%. 

WHY BITCOIN & ALTCOINS PUMPING HARD? 💥

Crypto market cap hit $2.76 Trillion for the first time since January 2026.

Crypto open interest also surged to $146.6 billion, hitting its highest level since Jan 15, 2026.

Massive money inflows are coming next. 🚀 pic.twitter.com/mkgdfBMJq0

— The Money Ape (@TheMoneyApe) September 19, 2026

Ethereum price surpassed its highest point in eight months, above $2,600, and its 33-day profit was 40%. Crypto assets surged by approximately 220 billion when the CLARITY Act did not pass in the Senate. Sentiment has regained following the fall in Bitcoin to $75,000 after the Federal Reserve raised its rates.