According to CoinDesk, the CoinDesk 20 Index experienced a decline, trading at 2591.55, marking a 2.9% decrease, equivalent to a drop of 76.88 points since 4 pm on Monday. This index, which is a comprehensive measure of the cryptocurrency market, reflects the performance of 20 major digital assets across various platforms and regions worldwide.
Among the assets within the CoinDesk 20, only three showed positive movement. Stellar (XLM) led the gains with a 4.2% increase, followed by Ripple (XRP), which rose by 3.4%. These assets stood out as the leaders in an otherwise declining market, showcasing resilience amid broader market challenges.
Conversely, several assets faced significant losses. Polkadot (POL) experienced the most substantial decline, falling by 7.7%, while Cardano (ADA) also saw a notable decrease of 7.0%. These laggards contributed to the overall downward trend of the index, highlighting the volatility and varied performance within the cryptocurrency sector.