Waiting for Altseason: A Look into the Cryptocurrency Market
The world of cryptocurrency is buzzing with excitement for the next “altseason.” But what exactly is it, and why hasn’t it happened yet? Let’s find out!
What is Altseason?
Altseason is like a party in the cryptocurrency world where altcoins, or alternative cryptocurrencies, suddenly become super popular and their prices skyrocket[3]. This happens when investors start paying more attention to altcoins instead of Bitcoin. In the past, altseasons have followed big increases in Bitcoin’s price[3].
What’s Going On in the Market Right Now?
Currently, Bitcoin is the king of the cryptocurrency market, with nearly 60% of all cryptocurrencies[1]. For altseason to start, Bitcoin’s dominance usually needs to drop below 50%[1]. This means more people would be interested in altcoins instead of Bitcoin.
Bitcoin’s Dominance: A Roadblock to Altseason
Bitcoin’s strong presence is a big roadblock to altseason. When the market is going down, people often move their money into Bitcoin because they think it’s safer. And when the market is going up, more people might invest in Bitcoin, making its position even stronger[1].
Ethereum and the ETH/BTC Ratio
Another important thing to look at is the ETH/BTC trading pair. During altseason, this ratio usually goes up as Ethereum’s price increases compared to Bitcoin’s[1]. But since 2024, this ratio has been dropping, from $0.6 to around $0.28 in February 2025[1]. This means altseason hasn’t started yet.
What Do Experts Say About Altseason?
Some experts, like Ki Young Ju from CryptoQuant, think we might see a “selective alt season” in 2025. This means only certain altcoins with strong foundations, like those with ETF stories or sustainable projects, will do really well[5]. Altcoins like XRP, Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) could be some of the winners[5].
ETFs and Sustainable Projects
If exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that target altcoins get approved, more big investors might start buying them, helping their prices grow[3][5]. Also, projects that keep people’s interest and have strong community support are more likely to succeed[5].
Market Volatility and Regulations
How much the market goes up and down, and changes in regulations, can also affect when altseason happens[3]. Recent events like the “Trump Effect” and possible changes in interest rates by the Federal Reserve could influence how people invest and what happens in the market[2][3].
So, When Will Altseason Happen?
Even though the market conditions right now suggest we might have to wait a bit longer for altseason, experts’ predictions and market indicators point to a possible shift in people’s interest towards altcoins. Whether this will lead to a full-blown altseason or just a more focused bull run is still up in the air.
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Sources:
– cryptonews.com
– namecoinnews.com
– tangem.com
– thecryptobasic.com