Data: 60% of top crypto assets from five years ago have dropped over 90%

Data indicates that of the top 100 cryptocurrencies from 2021, only 12 have generated positive returns, while nearly 60% have seen cumulative declines exceeding 90%. As of August 31, 2026, Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Tether (USDT) remain the market pillars, accounting for approximately 78% of the total global cryptocurrency market capitalization.