The crypto market continues to experience 'extreme fear,' with the fear and greed index at 23 as of December 27, maintaining this sentiment for two weeks. This prolonged period of low sentiment has characterized much of December. Analysts are split on Bitcoin's trajectory for 2026. PlanC and Bitwise's Matt Hougan anticipate a potential bull market, while Peter Brandt and Jurrien Timmer foresee a slower year, with Bitcoin prices possibly declining to between $60,000 and $65,000.