Bitcoin News Today: Cryptocurrency Market Stabilizes as Fear and Greed Index Hits Neutral

Market sentiment across the cryptocurrency space is trending toward neutrality as broader indicators and key tokens show signs of stabilizing. The Fear and Greed Index has dropped to 53, marking a return to neutral territory for the first time in a month [1]. This shift follows widespread volatility and significant sell-offs by major players, including Bitcoin miners who liquidated over 3,000 BTC in two weeks, and traders such as Arthur Hayes, who executed a $13.35 million sell-off of multiple tokens [1].

Institutional activity has also played a key role, with SharpLink Gaming depositing $108 million in USDC, signaling strategic reallocations amid uncertainty [1]. These actions have led to price corrections, with Bitcoin falling from $119,000 to $112,700 and Ethereum dropping below $3,500. Bitcoin’s current price stands at $114,508.87, with a market dominance of 61.46% and a 24-hour trading volume of $49.93 billion [1].

Lido Staked Ether (stETH) has also stabilized near critical support levels, currently trading at $3,482.17. The price has found a temporary refuge near the 50-day moving average and the lower Bollinger Band, indicating a classic Bollinger Band squeeze [1]. This technical setup suggests a period of low volatility may precede a sharp price move. Analysts note that a breakout above $3,620 could see stETH retest previous highs near $3,982.57 and challenge the $4,000 level [1]. On the downside, a retest of $3,256.60 remains a key concern if selling pressure returns [1].

The stETH RSI currently stands at 53.46, reflecting a return to neutral territory after a brief dip into oversold conditions [1]. Analysts suggest that a move above 60 on the RSI could confirm a bullish reversal, indicating renewed buying pressure. Looking ahead, price forecasts for stETH remain cautiously optimistic. A 2025–2029 price projection anticipates a range between $3,200 and $6,200, with gradual average price growth expected over the next five years [1]. For 2025, stETH is expected to trade between $3,200 and $4,200, contingent on a breakout above $3,620. By 2026, the average price is projected to reach $4,100, with potential to climb to $4,700. In 2027, the expansion of Ethereum Layer 2 and DeFi integrations could further support a move toward $5,000 [1].

Broader market conditions also reflect caution. The Fear & Greed Index’s return to neutral follows an extended period of greed, indicating waning risk appetite [2]. The daily MACD has recently crossed dead, and while the RSI has not entered overbought territory, the market remains in a holding pattern [3]. XRP has stabilized at $2.86 with a RSI of 46.07, showing neutral momentum [4], while Uniswap (UNI) faces key resistance near $9.06, with price rejection hinting at potential downward pressure [5]. Bitcoin has found temporary support near $113,589, though analysts caution that further declines are possible if sentiment deteriorates [6].

Despite ongoing price corrections, the market structure remains balanced, with trading volume showing no signs of panic selling. Institutional interest remains strong, though Bitcoin has faced downward pressure following the recent Federal Reserve decision to hold rates steady [6]. If key support levels hold and broader sentiment improves, the market could see a return to bullish conditions sooner than expected [1].

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[1] Lido Staked Ether (stETH) Price Prediction 2025–2029: Can Lido stETH Hit $4,000 Soon? (https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/688fcef0d921332cbcd2a217/)

[2] Crypto sentiment is cooling off as the Fear & Greed Index slips to Neutral after an extended period of Greed (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=7350170****4835&set=a.130****63246274&type=3)

[3] Bulls fully retreat! Is there still a chance for Bitcoin to ... (https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/27767306057953)

[4] XRP Price Watch: Is This a Local Bottom or a Bull Trap? (https://news.bitcoin.com/xrp-price-watch-is-this-a-local-bottom-or-a-bull-trap/)

[5] Uniswap Price Rejection Near Key Resistance Threatens ... (https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/uniswap-price-rejection-near-key-resistance-threatens-bullish-momentum)

[6] Bitcoin Price Drops to $113589 as Fed Holds Rates Steady (https://blockchain.news/news/20250803-bitcoin-price-drops-to-113589-as-fed-holds-rates-steady)