Market snapshot – 3 July 2026

Bitcoin is trading near $61,350, up 2.6 % on the day, while ETH has surged 6 % to $1,699 and SOL is up 4.5 % at $80.67. The fear‑greed index sits at an extreme‑fear level of 21, signalling cautious sentiment despite the modest rally.

Among the movers, RCRCL has jumped 81 % on heavy volume, followed by BIRB at 60 % and ALLO near 50 %. On the downside, RCRWD has slumped 71 %, VELVET 70 %, NFP 54 %, TAIKO 49 % and RSNXX 25 %.

Editorially, the softer U.S. jobs report has eased rate‑hike fears, offering a backdrop for risk‑seeking capital to flow into Bitcoin and gold. Institutional activity remains mixed – a large 88‑BTC liquidation by K Wave Media and a sizeable purchase by Metaplanet add volatility, while Sharplink’s return to buying Ether signals renewed interest in Ethereum.

Meanwhile, BUILDon’s rally toward a $0.30 target and the pending CLARITY Act vote underscore the sector’s regulatory and technical dynamics. With extreme fear still prevailing, traders watch for a potential breakout amid cautious optimism.