The total cryptocurrency market capitalization surpassed $2.62 Trillion on April 23, 2026. The Fear and Greed Index crossed into the "Greed" zone alongside the move.
How the Market Looks Right Now
Bitcoin (BTC) posted a 24-hour gain of roughly 0.68% within the broader move. It held a market cap near $1.55 Trillion at the time of writing, representing close to 59% of the total crypto market. Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) both appeared in CoinGecko's trending list alongside Bitcoin during the scan window.
DeFi total value locked also rose during the period, though specific TVL figures were not available from primary sources in this window. NFT sales ticked upward as well, reinforcing the broader risk-on tone.
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Ethereum ETF Inflows Add Context
Spot Ethereum ETFs attracted approximately $495.75M in net inflows so far in April 2026, according to data cited by 99Bitcoins. That figure approaches $500M for the month and comes as ETH traded in alignment with broader market strength. The inflow pace suggests institutional buyers remained active through the first three weeks of April, even as Bitcoin experienced brief pullbacks below $79,000.
The ETF inflow data reflects a market environment where regulated products are pulling meaningful capital. It also adds weight to the overall market cap figure, since sustained ETF buying supports spot prices.
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