The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a cooling period following intense rallies in recent months. Key coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum are consolidating near their peak prices, with Bitcoin trading around $118,000 and Ethereum near $3,600-$3,800 after recent pullbacks. Analyst DanCoinInvestor notes this cooling is less severe and shorter than previous overheated states seen in 2024 and early 2025, indicating eased speculative pressure. While some altcoins face profit-taking, institutional demand and ETF inflows continue to support market stability as investors await clearer catalysts for the next rally phase.