Crypto Market Cap Drops 4.06% to $2.71 Trillion
The cryptocurrency market experiences a downturn with Bitcoin and Ethereum both declining, while sentiment remains neutral.
- The total crypto market is worth ₹257.38T, down 4.06% in 24 hours.
- Bitcoin is down 0.43%, holding 60.2% of the market.
- Top gainer: Provenance Blockchain (HASH) +13.0%.
- Biggest drop: Bitway (BTW) -10.9%.
- Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 53 (Neutral).
Token Times Market Desk — The total cryptocurrency market cap decreased by 4.06% over the past 24 hours, falling to $2.71 trillion as of the latest data.
Bitcoin's price dipped by 0.43% to $81,083, while 
Ethereum saw a more pronounced decline of 2.09%, settling at $2,363.63.
Provenance Blockchain (HASH) emerged as the top gainer with a 13% increase, moving in tandem with the broader market without a specific catalyst identified. 
Backpack (BP) also rose by 9.83%, showing independent momentum.
Bitway (BTW) led the losers with a 10.88% drop, likely influenced by the broader market sentiment. 
Pyth Network (PYTH) and 
Starknet (STRK) followed, declining by 10.11% and 8.60% respectively, amid broader market conditions.
The Fear & Greed Index remained at 53, indicating a neutral sentiment among investors. Bitcoin's dominance stood at approximately 60.2%, reflecting its continued influence over the market.
Recent headlines highlight outflows from Bitcoin ETFs and concerns over Bitcoin's price stability at the $80,500 support level. Additionally, the altcoin market breadth has narrowed significantly, and there are ongoing discussions about Bitcoin volatility and mining hardware developments.
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Frequently asked
What is the total crypto market cap today?
As of October 18, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is ₹257.38T ($2.71T), down 4.06% over the last 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency gained the most in this report?
Provenance Blockchain (HASH) was among the biggest gainers, up 13.00% in 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency fell the most in this report?
Bitway (BTW) was among the biggest decliners, down 10.88% in 24 hours.
What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?
The Fear & Greed Index reads 53, indicating "Neutral" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).
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