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title: "In Q2 2026, crypto market cap falls by 12.6% ($304.8B drop), with Bitcoin leading the decline, and Hyperliquid's HYPE in top 10."
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# In Q2 2026, crypto market cap falls by 12.6% ($304.8B drop), with Bitcoin leading the decline, and Hyperliquid's HYPE in top 10.

In the second quarter of 2026, the cryptocurrency market experienced a significant decline, with a drop of $304.8 billion in market capitalization. During this period, both Bitcoin and Ethereum sustained continued losses. Notably, Hyperliquid's token HYPE made a notable entry into the top 10 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. This development reflects the volatility and shifting landscape of the crypto market during this period.

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