Crypto Market Cap Drops 5.29% to $2.69 Trillion
The cryptocurrency market experiences a broad downturn amid a neutral investor sentiment.
- The total crypto market is worth $2.69T, down 5.29% in 24 hours.
- Bitcoin is down 2.43%, holding 59.6% of the market.
- Biggest drop: Quack AI (Q) -33.2%.
- Sentiment: Fear & Greed at 51 (Neutral).
TLT Market Desk — The total cryptocurrency market capitalization decreased by 5.29% over the past 24 hours, falling to $2.69 trillion. This downturn reflects a broader market correction affecting major assets and altcoins alike.
Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market cap, saw a 2.43% decline, dropping to $79,648. 
Ethereum also fell by 4.34%, reaching $2,300.64. Bitcoin's dominance remained strong at approximately 59.6%, indicating it fared better than most altcoins during the downturn.
Among the biggest losers, 
Quack AI (Q) experienced the most significant decline of 33.18%, attributed to market conditions rather than any specific event. 
Collector Crypt (CARDS) and 
Akedo (AKE) also saw substantial drops of 17.09% and 16.46%, respectively, likely due to the same market pressures.
Worldcoin (WLD) was another notable loser, declining by 13.44%. This downward movement aligns with the overall market trend, as no unique catalyst was identified for its price decrease.
Investor sentiment remained in the 'Neutral' zone with a Fear & Greed index of 51. Despite the market downturn, this neutral sentiment suggests a lack of extreme fear or excessive optimism among investors.
In other news, Sweden's government offices have blocked ChatGPT and Claude while retaining access to Microsoft Copilot, indicating a cautious approach to AI tools. Additionally, South Korea's stablecoin initiatives have sparked discussions about potential crypto market rallies, though no immediate impact was observed.
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Frequently asked
What is the total crypto market cap today?
As of October 24, 2026, the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation is $2.69T, down 5.29% over the last 24 hours.
Which cryptocurrency fell the most in this report?
Quack AI (Q) was among the biggest decliners, down 33.18% in 24 hours.
What is the crypto Fear and Greed Index right now?
The Fear & Greed Index reads 51, indicating "Neutral" — a gauge of overall market sentiment from 0 (extreme fear) to 100 (extreme greed).
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