The cryptocurrency market is experiencing heightened volatility amid macroeconomic and geopolitical pressures, with a total market cap around $3.1T-$3.2T (up slightly 0.8-2.5% in 24h but down ~5-8% over the week). Bitcoin dominance remains high at ~57-58%, limiting altcoin rotations (altseason index ~30-35). Key drivers include:
Macro Uncertainty: U.S. tariffs on EU goods (10% starting Feb 1, escalating to 25% by June) and the Fed's expected pause on rate cuts are fostering a risk-off environment. This led to $625M+ in liquidations yesterday, with nearly equal long/short wipes, as prices swung violently. Geopolitical Factors: Easing "World War 3" fears flipped sentiment somewhat positive—U.S. stocks rallied (Dow +588 points), gold consolidated, and crypto saw a mild rebound. However, ongoing trade tensions and Trump's Davos appearance add caution. Sentiment Indicators: Fear & Greed Index at extreme fear (20-24), down from neutral, signaling potential capitulation but also rebound opportunities. 24h liquidations ~$500M (mostly longs), with volumes down to $140B-$150B. Performance Snapshot: Bitcoin (BTC): ~$89,900-$90,000 USD (up 0.6-0.8% 24h, down 6-9% 7d), hovering near $88K support after failing $92K; analysts eye $84K downside or $90K rally if risks ease. Ethereum (ETH): ~$3,000-$3,034 USD (up 1-1.4% 24h, down 9-13% 7d), pushed above $3K on sentiment flip. Overall: 92% of top 100 coins red yesterday, but selective confidence in large-caps; GameFi/AI sectors resilient amid rotations. Institutional flows mixed (BTC ETFs minor outflows), but corporate buys (e.g., MicroStrategy) provide support.
The broader crypto market remains under pressure amid macroeconomic headwinds, including U.S. tariff escalations on EU goods (10% starting Feb 1, rising to 25% by June) and the Fed's anticipated pause on rate cuts. Total market cap hovers around $3.0T-$3.1T (down 2-3% in 24h), with Bitcoin (BTC) at ~$88,500 (down 2-3% 24h) testing key supports and Ethereum (ETH) near $2,950 (down 5-6%). Fear & Greed Index is at extreme fear (24), liquidations exceed $500M, and altcoin rotations are limited (altseason index ~30). However, GameFi and AI sectors show resilience, with tokens like AXS defying the downturn through strong ecosystem catalysts.