Google Crypto Searches Hit Yearly Low at Index 26 Amid Retail Disengagement
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Search Interest Plummets: Google Trends indicates that crypto search interest has dropped to a yearly low of 26, down from a high of 100 in January 2025, reflecting a significant decline in market sentiment and persistent retail disengagement, potentially signaling a challenging period for the crypto market.
- Decline in Retail Activity: The drop in search interest corresponds with a notable decrease in retail activity, as the market atmosphere remains laden with fear and skepticism, leading to subdued trading volumes across major cryptocurrency exchanges, which negatively impacts liquidity.
- Market Sentiment Impact: The Crypto Fear & Greed Index remains in the 'fear' territory, indicating ongoing apprehension within the crypto community, particularly after the crash of Trump-family memecoins, which has led to a near-total evaporation of retail interest.
- Long-term Implications Outlook: Current market conditions could result in sustained low trading volumes and minimal retail engagement, with institutional interest likely remaining tepid unless macroeconomic conditions improve, suggesting a potential shift in investor focus towards headline cryptocurrencies over volatile altcoins in the future.
About the author
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.
