Crypto Market Cap Drops 3.76% to $2.8 Trillion
The cryptocurrency market experiences a slight downturn amid mixed performance from major assets.
- The total crypto market is worth $2.80T, down 3.76% in 24 hours.
- Bitcoin is up 0.22%, holding 59.8% of the market.
- Top gainer: Bitway (BTW) +37.1%.
- Biggest drop: Starknet (STRK) -11.9%.
- Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 62 (Greed).
Token Times Market Desk — The total cryptocurrency market capitalization decreased by 3.76% over the past 24 hours, settling at $2.8 trillion. This downturn reflects a broader market adjustment following recent fluctuations.
Bitcoin's price rose by 0.22% to $83,324, maintaining its dominance at approximately 59.8% of the total market cap. 
Ethereum also saw a modest increase of 0.33%, reaching $2,501.84, indicating a relatively stable performance compared to the overall market.
Bitway (BTW) emerged as the top gainer with a 37.10% increase, though no specific catalyst was identified for this surge. 
Pearl (PRL) and 
Provenance Blockchain (HASH) followed with gains of 21.47% and 20.39%, respectively, also lacking clear catalysts. 
Optimism (OP) rose by 10.15%, attributed to positive project developments and market interest.
Starknet (STRK) led the losers with an 11.86% decline, potentially reacting to recent news about its privacy features. 
Celestia (TIA) and Kaia (KAIA) also experienced declines of 8.81% and 6.52%, respectively, likely due to broader market conditions rather than specific news. Tezos (XTZ) dropped by 5.74%, moving in line with the overall market sentiment.
The current market sentiment, as indicated by the Fear & Greed Index, stands at 62, which signifies 'Greed'. This suggests a cautious optimism among investors despite the recent market dip. Bitcoin's dominance remains strong, underscoring its influential role in the market's overall direction.
In recent news, Payward confirmed the acquisition of EU-regulated Saldo Bank, signaling potential growth in the crypto-finance sector. France proposed a 31.4% tax on crypto-to-stablecoin conversions, which could impact trading dynamics. Additionally, Solana's Alpenglow upgrade and soaring DEX volume indicate ongoing developments and interest in the ecosystem.
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Frequently asked
What is the total crypto market cap today?
As of October 14, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is $2.80T, down 3.76% over the last 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency gained the most in this report?
Bitway (BTW) was among the biggest gainers, up 37.10% in 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency fell the most in this report?
Starknet (STRK) was among the biggest decliners, down 11.86% in 24 hours.
What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?
The Fear & Greed Index reads 62, indicating "Greed" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).
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