Ethereum News Today: Robinhood Lists Hedera, HBAR Surges 13% as Market Cap Hits $10.7B Amid Broader Crypto Weakness

Robinhood Markets, Inc. announced on July 25, 2025, the addition of Hedera (HBAR) to its platform for U.S. users, sparking a significant price surge and boosting the token’s market visibility. The listing triggered a 10–13% rise in HBAR’s price, propelling its market capitalization to approximately $10.7 billion and securing a position among the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market cap [1]. CEO Vlad Tenev highlighted the move via Robinhood’s official Twitter/X account, emphasizing the platform’s commitment to expanding access to “next-gen crypto” for retail investors [1].

The event generated robust trading activity, with over $923 million in volume recorded within the first hour. Specifically, 713 million HBAR tokens were traded, marking a 60% increase in daily trading volume and underscoring strong demand from Robinhood’s user base [1]. This surge occurred against a backdrop of broader market weakness, as major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) declined by roughly 3% during the same period [1].

Analysts note that Robinhood’s decision to list HBAR aligns with its strategy to feature tokens with strong fundamentals and growing adoption. Hedera, a Layer 1 blockchain platform, has positioned itself as a competitor to Ethereum through its consensus mechanism and enterprise partnerships. The listing is expected to enhance HBAR’s liquidity and institutional recognition, particularly as retail trading platforms continue to shape market dynamics [1].

The move also highlights the influence of Robinhood in driving short-term price volatility. Historical trends indicate that listings on the platform often lead to immediate visibility boosts for newly added assets, although long-term sustainability depends on broader market conditions and project fundamentals [1]. For now, HBAR’s performance underscores the potential for retail-driven liquidity to counterbalance bearish trends in the crypto market.

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