Crypto Market Cap Drops 3.76% to $2.8 Trillion
The cryptocurrency market experienced a slight decline, with Bitcoin and Ethereum showing modest gains amid mixed performance across 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).
TLT Market Desk — The total cryptocurrency market capitalization decreased by 3.76% over the past 24 hours, falling to $2.8 trillion. This decline marks a pullback after recent periods of relative stability.
Bitcoin's price rose by 0.22% to $83,324, while 
Ethereum gained 0.33% to reach $2,501.84. Bitcoin's dominance remained strong at approximately 59.8%, reflecting its continued influence on market movements.
Bitway (BTW) emerged as the top gainer with a 37.10% increase, driven by reaching new all-time highs and heightened market interest. 
Pearl (PRL) also saw significant gains of 21.47%, although no specific catalyst was identified.
Starknet (STRK) led the losers with an 11.86% decline, potentially reacting to news about its privacy features for decentralized finance. 
Celestia (TIA) and Kaia (KAIA) also fell by 8.81% and 6.52%, respectively, amid broader market sentiment.
The Fear & Greed Index stands at 62, indicating a 'Greed' sentiment among investors. This suggests a cautious optimism despite the overall market cap decline.
In recent news, Payward's acquisition of EU-regulated Saldo Bank and France's proposal for a 31.4% tax on crypto-to-stablecoin conversions highlight ongoing regulatory developments. Additionally, Solana's Alpenglow upgrade and increased DEX volume indicate continued activity within 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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