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Crypto Market Cap Falls 6.35% as Fear Index Hits 28

The crypto market recorded a broad decline, with Bitcoin and Ethereum both down as sentiment remained in fear territory.

Key takeaways
  • The total crypto market is worth ₹243.14T, down 6.35% in 24 hours.
  • Bitcoin is down 5.31%, holding 59.2% of the market.
  • Top gainer: Bitway (BTW) +8.9%.
  • Biggest drop: Derive (DRV) -13.7%.
  • Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 28 (Fear).

Total crypto market capitalization stood at $2.57 trillion, down 6.35% over 24 hours, according to the market snapshot. Bitcoin and Ethereum both recorded losses, contributing to the broadly negative market direction.

Bitcoin traded at $76,004 after a 5.31% decline over 24 hours. Ethereum fell 7.62% to $2,234.61, marking a larger percentage loss than Bitcoin during the period.

Bitway (BTW) was the only asset listed among the biggest gainers, rising 8.92% over 24 hours. The asset remained down 23.69% over seven days, and no coin-specific catalyst was identified for the latest increase.

Derive (DRV) fell 13.75%, while Grass (GRASS) declined 11.54%. Plasma (XPL) lost 10.78% and Stable (STABLE) fell 10.34% on $7.75 million in trading volume. No recent project-specific headlines were identified for these declines, which were attributed to broader market weakness and fearful sentiment.

Bitcoin dominance was approximately 59.2%, while the Fear and Greed Index registered 28, indicating fear. Recent headlines covered reported efforts to stop a Mercado Bitcoin hack, GMX's launch of a proposed second phase for a $10 million market-making fund, a $900 billion crypto slide referenced by AMBCrypto, and a former FBI agent's guilty plea to stealing $2.5 million from crypto investigations.

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Frequently asked

What is the total crypto market cap today?

As of November 6, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is ₹243.14T ($2.57T), down 6.35% over the last 24 hours.

Which cryptocurrency gained the most in this report?

Bitway (BTW) was among the biggest gainers, up 8.92% in 24 hours.

Which cryptocurrency fell the most in this report?

Derive (DRV) was among the biggest decliners, down 13.75% in 24 hours.

What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?

The Fear & Greed Index reads 28, indicating "Fear" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).

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