Crypto Market Sentiment Remains in Extreme Fear as Index Drops to 20
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 26 2025- Prolonged Low Sentiment: The crypto market sentiment dropped to a score of 20 on December 26, marking the 14th consecutive day in the 'Extreme Fear' zone, reflecting ongoing concerns over US-China tariff issues that have wiped nearly $500 billion from the market since October.
- Bitcoin Price Fluctuations: Bitcoin is currently trading at $88,650, nearly 30% down from its all-time high of $126,080 set on October 6, as fears grow that the Federal Reserve may pause rate cuts, with BTSE COO Jeff Mei warning that Bitcoin could fall to $70,000.
- Declining Search Volume: Data analytics platform Alphractal noted that crypto search volumes and social media discussions have returned to bear market levels, indicating a significant drop in retail investor interest and engagement in the crypto market.
- Traditional Investors Thriving: Despite the low sentiment in the crypto market, Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan pointed out that traditional retail investors are still actively investing in Bitcoin ETFs, which have attracted over $25 billion in inflows so far in 2025, demonstrating ongoing interest from traditional finance participants.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
