Crypto Market Slips on December 15, 2025 as BTC Holds $89K and $74K Support Zone in Focus

On December 15, 2025, the crypto market opened the week lower, with total capitalization down 0.5% to $3.15 trillion and trading volume at $94.3 billion. Bitcoin slipped 0.5% to $89,627 while Ethereum rose 0.6% to $3,128, as analysts highlighted $74,000 as a key BTC support level to maintain the broader uptrend. Market participants are watching the Bank of Japan’s planned December 19 rate hike, mixed US spot ETF flows, and new SEC custody guidance as potential catalysts for a break from the current consolidation range.