Bitcoin traded between $81,000 and $84,000 over the past 24 hours, according to CoinDesk data, while altcoins suffered broader losses. Zcash (ZEC) fell nearly 8 percent to about $1,210, and HYPE dropped nearly 6 percent to approximately $82, leading declines across major tokens.
Solana (SOL) and Dogecoin (DOGE) each lost 4 percent. XRP slipped about 3 percent to $1.36, while Ether and BNB each declined between 1 and 2 percent. Bitcoin climbed above $84,000 early Tuesday before trading near $83,500 at 6:46 a.m. EDT, having dipped to $81,000 during early Asian trading hours.
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index fell to 57, its lowest reading since September 18, though the index remains in “greed” territory. The decline coincided with weakness across equities. Nasdaq 100 futures fell 0.5 percent, while chip stocks headed for their sixth consecutive daily loss amid questions about AI spending sustainability. JPMorgan dropped more than 2 percent as U.S. earnings season opened. Europe’s Stoxx 600 rose 0.4 percent, benefiting from falling oil prices and bond yields.
Traders face another test Thursday when U.S. inflation data is scheduled for release.
