Bitcoin Stabilizes Near $75K as Fear Index Hits 45 Amid Strong ETF Inflows

Bitcoin trades flat around $74,800 with the Crypto Fear & Greed Index at 45 in mid-April 2026, signaling fear after plunging to a record low of 5 two months ago when prices dipped below $61,000. Despite geopolitical tensions pushing oil above $100 per barrel, U.S. spot Bitcoin ETFs saw robust inflows of $471 million on April 6 and $257 million on April 10, underscoring institutional demand. Analysts urge dollar-cost averaging into Bitcoin and Ethereum for long-term gains, citing historical rebounds following extreme fear readings within 90 days.