Crypto Market Cap Drops 2.43% to $2.75 Trillion
The cryptocurrency market shows a slight downturn with Bitcoin and Ethereum experiencing minor losses.
- The total crypto market is worth ₹261.65T, down 2.43% in 24 hours.
- Bitcoin is down 0.88%, holding 59.5% of the market.
- Top gainer: Collector Crypt (CARDS) +25.3%.
- Biggest drop: Bitway (BTW) -12.2%.
- Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 55 (Greed).
Token Times Market Desk — The total cryptocurrency market capitalization decreased by 2.43% over the past 24 hours, settling at $2.75 trillion. This downturn reflects a broader trend of consolidation following recent market movements.
Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap, saw a 0.88% decline, trading at $81,601. 
Ethereum also experienced a slight drop of 0.77%, with its price at $2,396.8. Both assets showed relatively stable performance despite the overall market dip.
Collector Crypt (CARDS) emerged as the top gainer, rising by 25.32%. This move appears to be independent of the broader market trend. 
Quack AI (Q) followed with a 16.95% increase, potentially influenced by the prevailing market sentiment.
Bitway (BTW) led the list of losers, dropping 12.18% in the past 24 hours. This decline comes despite a positive performance over the previous week. 
Provenance Blockchain (HASH) also fell by 11.08%, likely aligning with the broader market trend.
The Fear & Greed Index stands at 55, indicating a sentiment of 'Greed' among investors. Bitcoin's dominance remained strong at approximately 59.5%, underscoring its influence on the overall market direction.
In other news, the US SEC is facing increased pressure from the Hyperliquid Policy Center regarding crypto regulation. Additionally, JPMorgan has begun testing its JPM Coin on the Ethereum network, signaling growing institutional interest in blockchain technology.
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Frequently asked
What is the total crypto market cap today?
As of October 20, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is ₹261.65T ($2.75T), down 2.43% over the last 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency gained the most in this report?
Collector Crypt (CARDS) was among the biggest gainers, up 25.32% in 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency fell the most in this report?
Bitway (BTW) was among the biggest decliners, down 12.18% in 24 hours.
What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?
The Fear & Greed Index reads 55, indicating "Greed" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).
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