Sakshi Jain
19-12-2025
Key Highlights:
The crypto market cap in the world dropped by $1.1 trillion to $2.96T in the midst of extreme fear.
Bitcoin fell, and Ethereum remained unchanged; volatility increased ahead of big options expiry.
The sentiment was characterized by regulatory advancement, the future of stablecoins, and no-fee trading.
Overall Crypto Market Update, 19 December 2025: The Cryptocurrency industry experienced a minor downturn with high levels of fear, increasing volatility, mixed performances, and major regulatory and macro factors that impacted the short-term trader confidence.
Source: Forex Factory
The global cryptocurrency market today reached a capitalization of $2.96 trillion, reflecting a 1.1% fall over the last 24 hours. Total trading volume hits $145.7 billion.
Bitcoin (BTC) remains the largest crypto, commanding 57.5% dominance, while Ethereum (ETH) holds 11.5%. Currently, 19130 cryptocurrencies are being tracked, with Polkadot and XRP Ledger ecosystems showing the strongest gains in the past day.
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) Price:
(Note: BTC and ETH are often viewed as less volatile historically, but still risky.)
Bitcoin (BTC) price today is trading at $85,469.9, down 0.49% in the last 24 hours, with a trading volume of $52.67 billion and a market cap of $1.7 trillion.
Ethereum (ETH) price today is $2824.72, rising 0.06% in 24 hours with a trading volume of $29.4 billion and a market cap of $340.9 billion.
Top 5 Trending Coins in 24 Hours:
(Trending data is based on a combination of 24-hour price movement, trading volume, and CoinMarketCap.com trending metrics.)
AI Cyclone (CYC) sits at $0.0002269, up 5.63% with a trading volume (TV) of $45.57K.
Bitcoin (BTC) is at $85,292.32, down 0.83%, recording $52.67B in volume.
Yooldo Esports at $0.4061, slipping 0.73% with $1.04B in TV.
Ethereum (ETH) stands at $2,823.75, down 0.19%, supported by $29.41B in volume.
Hachiko (HACHI) at $0.003784, surging 80.33% with $1.07M in TV.
Top 3 Gainers in 24 hours:
(Ranked by 24-hour percentage gain)
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) sits at $568.07, up 3.98%, with a strong $612.4 million in trading activity.
Zcash (ZEC) stands at $388.94, gaining 3.33%, backed by a higher $761.1 million trading activity.
Audiera (BEAT) is priced at $2.48, up 2.54%, recording a volume of $101.6 million in trading
Top 3 Losers in 24 hours
(Ranked by 24-hour percentage loss)
MYX Finance (MYX) is at $2.83, down 15.16%, with a trading activity of $34.6 million.
Pump.fun (PUMP) is at $0.00183, dips 11.09%, and recorded a high trading volume of $135 million.
UNUS SED LEO (LEO) is at $6.70, drops 9.40%, with a trading volume of $5.56 million.
Stablecoins and Defi Update:
Stablecoins experienced a 0.3% decline over the past 24 hours, with a market capitalization of $313 billion and a trading volume of $113.6 billion.
The Decentralized Finance (DeFi) market has dipped 2.9% in the last 24 hours, reaching a market cap of $98.47 billion, while the total value locked (TVL) stands at $6.42 billion.
(TVL refers to the total crypto assets locked in DeFi protocols.)
Source: Alternative Me
Today’s Fear and Greed Index is 16 (Extreme Fear), slightly lower than yesterday’s 17, showing rising panic. Last week was at 29 (Fear), which means that there is a stiffer deterioration. Macro uncertainty, rate decisions, and poor inflation data heightened risk aversion to push investors into caution.
(Note: Each of these updates impacts traders by affecting liquidity, market sentiment, and potential returns, highlighting the need for careful monitoring.)
1. CLARITY Act Heads to Senate Review
White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks said the CLARITY Act will reach Senate markup in January, with committee leaders confirming progress toward amendments and a full Senate vote.
2. JPMorgan Sees Slower Stablecoin Growth
JPMorgan's latest stance: stablecoin market may reach $500–$600 billion by 2028, not $1 trillion, as growth stays tied to crypto trading and faster payment velocity limits supply, overall outlook cautious
3. Bitcoin Volatility Rises Ahead of Major Options Expiry
Bitcoin market volatility is rising as $23 billion in options near expiry, pushing implied volatility to 45% while traders price in stronger downside risks.
4. ICE in Talks to Invest in MoonPay
ICE, owner of NYSE, is in talks to invest in crypto payments firm MoonPay in a funding round valuing it at $5 billion.
5. Polymarket Restores Services After Polygon Disruption
Polymarket restored operations after a Polygon network disruption. The team plans stability upgrades, while community members speculate that an in-house Layer 2 is now a priority.
6. Bitfinex Goes Zero-Fee on All Trading
Bitfinex declared zero maker and taker fees on spot, margin, derivatives, securities, and OTC trading, which proves the policy to be permanent and has no expiry date.
7. Rates Down, Inflation Cools
Bank of England reduced rates to 3.75%. as anticipated, and US crypto policy, November CPI, and core inflation fell below expectations, which relieved the global market and bolstered expectations of less stringent monetary policy.
Sentiment declined as compared to the level of fear in the previous week because volatility rose and macro uncertainty remained high. Bitcoin lost momentum, but Ethereum proved to be resilient, and some altcoins performed better than the rest of the cryptocurrency sphere.
The crypto users experience a risk-averse climate that is characterized by high volatility, regulatory trends, and diminishing sentiment. Temporary fluctuations in prices can become more pronounced, and risk management is necessary. It is essential to track macro signals, liquidity shifts, and network stability to be an informed participant.
Risk Context
This commentary is only informational and not long-term conditions. It does not indicate the direction of the price or indicate an action to be taken on the investment.
Based on the 24-hour update, investing remains high-risk but selectively beneficial. Extreme fear creates opportunities, yet volatility and macro uncertainty demand caution. Long-term investors should stay disciplined, while short-term traders must manage risk carefully and avoid emotional decisions.
Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Do Your Own Research before investing. CoinGabbar is not liable for any financial loss. The crypto assets are risky, and you may lose all your investments. Not all regions can offer some of the services or assets discussed.
Sakshi Jain is a crypto journalist with over 3 years of experience in industry research, financial analysis, and content creation. She specializes in producing insightful blogs, in-depth news coverage, and SEO-optimized content. Passionate about bringing clarity and engagement to the fast-changing world of cryptocurrencies, Sakshi focuses on delivering accurate and timely insights. As a crypto journalist at Coin Gabbar, she researches and analyzes market trends, reports on the latest crypto developments and regulations, and crafts high-quality content on emerging blockchain technologies.
Sakshi Jain is a crypto journalist with over 3 years of experience in industry research, financial analysis, and content creation. She specializes in producing insightful blogs, in-depth news coverage, and SEO-optimized content. Passionate about bringing clarity and engagement to the fast-changing world of cryptocurrencies, Sakshi focuses on delivering accurate and timely insights. As a crypto journalist at Coin Gabbar, she researches and analyzes market trends, reports on the latest crypto developments and regulations, and crafts high-quality content on emerging blockchain technologies.
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