The cryptocurrency market experienced a sharp downturn today, with the global market cap shedding 6.12%, plunging to $3.36 trillion. A steep increase in trading volume, up 35.28% to $172.39 billion, reflects growing market activity despite volatility. The Fear & Greed Index dropped to 54, signaling a neutral sentiment as traders navigate uncertainty.

A sharp rise in U.S. Treasury yields over the past decade, coupled with macroeconomic uncertainties such as fiscal deficits and a looming debt ceiling, has driven investor unease. These factors have increased volatility across asset classes, impacting cryptocurrencies.

Bitcoin, the market leader, saw its price decline by 5.23% over the past 24 hours, settling at $96,418.88. Despite the drop, its market cap remains robust at $1.91 trillion. Trading volume for BTC rose significantly by 26.81% to $62.56 billion, reflecting increased sell-side pressure amid macroeconomic headwinds.

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Ethereum led the altcoin market fall with a steep 8.61% drop to $3,352.49. Solana and XRP followed, falling 9.21% and 5.06%, respectively. The broader market sentiment reflects unease, as traders weigh the potential impact of external factors on crypto valuations.

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BGB: Gained 2.63% to reach $6.49.

• HYPE: Dropped by 16.69% to $21.32.
• TIA: Declined by 14.89% to $4.66.
• ENA: Fell by 14.84% to $0.9846.

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