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Crypto Market Cap Drops 1.80% to $2.61 Trillion

The cryptocurrency market remains relatively flat amid mixed movements in major assets and a prevailing sentiment of fear.

Key takeaways
  • The total crypto market is worth $2.61T, down 1.80% in 24 hours.
  • Bitcoin is up 0.86%, holding 59.3% of the market.
  • Top gainer: A7A5 (A7A5) +588.6%.
  • Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 34 (Fear).

The total cryptocurrency market capitalization decreased by 1.80% over the past 24 hours, settling at $2.61 trillion. This decline follows a period of relative stability in broader market conditions.

Bitcoin's price rose by 0.86% to $77,367, while Ethereum saw a slightly larger gain of 1.04%, reaching $2,272.54. Bitcoin's dominance in the market remained strong at approximately 59.3%, reflecting its continued influence on overall market trends.

The biggest gainer was A7A5 (A7A5), which surged by 588.62%. This significant increase lacks a clear catalyst, suggesting potential speculative activity. Collector Crypt (CARDS) also rose by 23.05%, though no specific news or events are attributed to this move.

Plasma (XPL) was the largest loser, declining by 5.42%. This drop is attributed to a broader market sell-off and technical factors, indicating potential profit-taking or repositioning by investors.

The Fear & Greed Index currently stands at 34, indicating a 'Fear' sentiment among investors. This suggests a cautious market environment despite the relatively modest price movements in major cryptocurrencies.

In recent news, Zcash announced seven security fixes ahead of its November 5 NU7 upgrade, highlighting ongoing efforts to enhance blockchain security. Additionally, RUNE rallied by 15% after THORChain restarted most swaps following an outage, indicating a recovery in investor confidence.

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Frequently asked

What is the total crypto market cap today?

As of November 4, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is $2.61T, down 1.80% over the last 24 hours.

Which cryptocurrency gained the most in this report?

A7A5 (A7A5) was among the biggest gainers, up 588.62% in 24 hours.

What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?

The Fear & Greed Index reads 34, indicating "Fear" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).

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