NEAR Protocol has experienced a significant increase of 19.4%, standing out as the top performer in the latest CoinDesk 20 Index update. As of May 22, 2026, the CoinDesk 20 Index is valued at 2085.44, showing a slight decline of 0.18 since the previous trading session. Despite this minor dip, the index revealed that 14 out of the 20 assets listed recorded gains, with Internet Computer (ICP) also performing well, rising by 4.3%. Meanwhile, SUI and XRP were among the underperformers, declining by 2.6% and 1.0%, respectively. The CoinDesk 20 Index continues to serve as a vital benchmark for the cryptocurrency market, reflecting the performance of various digital assets across multiple trading platforms.