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Business Standard
23-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Altseason in 2025: Meaning, trends, key altcoins to keep an eye on
The cryptocurrency market is showing strong signs of entering Altseason, a period when alternative cryptocurrencies, or altcoins, begin to outperform Bitcoin in both price performance and trading activity. This shift is catching the attention of traders and investors, many of whom are now rotating capital into altcoins in anticipation of broader market gains. So why is this happening now? One of the key signals is the drop in Bitcoin dominance, which measures Bitcoin's share of the total cryptocurrency market capitalisation. This metric has recently fallen below 60 per cent, indicating that more money is flowing into altcoins relative to Bitcoin. Meanwhile, several altcoins are already gaining momentum. Solana is holding firmly above the $200 mark, reaching its highest level in five months. At the same time, Ethereum is seeing a surge in derivatives activity, with futures open interest rising from $18 billion to $28 billion in just one week. These developments, analysts said, have pushed the Altcoin Season Index above 50 for the first time since December of last year. An index reading above 50 suggests that altcoins are beginning to outpace Bitcoin. This shift in market dynamics, Edul Patel, Co-founder and CEO of Mudrex, said, suggests that the crypto markets may be entering a promising Altseason soon. But what exactly is 'Altseason,' and what should investors expect from it? What are Altcoins? Altcoins, which is a shorter form of 'alternative coins', refer to all cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin, including a wide range of digital assets with different functions and technologies. Some of the popular altcoins include Ethereum, Solana, Ripple (XRP), and Cardano. Altcoins are often used in blockchain applications, ecosystems, and platforms. What is Altseason? Altcoin Season (Altseason) is a period in the crypto market when altcoins (cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin) outperform Bitcoin in terms of price growth and returns. Altseason, analysts suggest, typically follows a pattern in the crypto market's 4-year cycle — starting with Bitcoin, then large-cap tokens like ETH and Solana, and finally spreading to smaller altcoins. It is usually marked by high trading volumes, increased interest in new blockchain projects, and rising social media buzz. Altseason, analysts said, often reflects broader market optimism. However, it can also be highly volatile and short-lived. What do analysts expect from the Altseason? As retail participation grows, Patel expects fresh capital to flow into altcoins, especially those with strong real-world utility and active communities. Currently, the 'Altcoin Index,' which tracks the performance of the top 100 altcoins, is at 50. "This indicates that there is still room for further growth. That said, investors should always do their own research and approach the market with a long-term mindset to truly benefit from the upcoming cycle," said Patel. Paras Malhotra, SVP - trade, custody, and business operations at CoinDCX, on the other hand, expects sectors with strong narratives like AI, DeFi, or Layer-2 projects to attract massive gains, given that many altcoins are reporting a strong breakout above pivotal resistance. "One can also expect an increase in on-chain activity, such as wallet growth and token transfers, along with a surge in trading volume and sentiment across mid and low-cap projects," said Malhotra. Top altcoins to watch Investors, analysts suggest, should focus on altcoins with a strong track record and real use cases, like Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and a few others. Notably, Ethereum's futures open interest jumped from $18 billion to $28 billion in just one week, showing rising investor confidence. Meanwhile, Solana also saw a 9 per cent increase in daily active addresses in just one day, highlighting growing user activity. "Keeping an eye on such on-chain data can help investors spot strong projects," said Patel. Malhotra also expects that altcoins with strong fundamentals will gain significant traction during the upcoming Altseason, with projects like Solana, Avalanche, and Hype being the main focus. "Besides Layer-1, DeFi, AI, and gaming tokens could also see a good spike."
Business Insider
13-06-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
FBS Analysts Link Fed Signals to a Potential Crypto Comeback
FBS, a leading global broker, has published a new expert analysis exploring how macroeconomic shifts, especially the normalization of the US Treasury yield curve, may create growth opportunities for the crypto market in 2025. After two years of an inverted yield curve — a widely watched recession signal — the spread between the 10-year and 2-year US Treasury bond yields is beginning to rebound. FBS analysts believe this development could mark a turning point for investor sentiment and market liquidity, with digital assets among the first to benefit. Historically, yield curve normalization coincides with expectations of interest rate cuts, as central banks prepare to support slowing economies. In the current cycle, declining inflation and rising political pressure on the Federal Reserve are fueling anticipation of a move toward lower interest rates. This is already reflected in market pricing, and crypto markets are paying attention. 'Periods of easing monetary policy have often been strong catalysts for digital assets,' the FBS team explains. 'We saw that clearly in 2020, when Bitcoin surged over 500% following the Fed's rate cuts. As inflation slows and investor confidence returns, crypto may be entering a new cycle of growth.' The report highlights that Bitcoin has formed a bullish technical pattern — a cup and handle, with a key resistance level at $105 000. A breakout could open the door to a rally toward $157 000, or even $240 000. At the same time, altcoins are showing signs of life, with the Altcoin Season Index pointing to a possible momentum shift away from Bitcoin dominance. While short-term volatility remains a risk, FBS analysts emphasize that macro signals from bond markets to CPI trends now suggest a more supportive environment for cryptocurrencies and other risk-sensitive assets. Users can read the full market breakdown and crypto forecast in the latest FBS analysis. About FBS FBS is a global brand that unites several independent brokerage companies under the licenses of FSC (Belize), CySEC (Cyprus), and ASIC (Australia). With 16 years of experience and over 100 international awards, FBS is steadily developing as one of the market's most trusted brokers. Today, FBS serves over 27 000 000 traders and more than 700 000 partners around the globe. FBS
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UNI Surges 10% This Week as Bitcoin Consolidates
Uniswap's native UNI token has risen by 10% this week amid a wider altcoin market rally. The move comes as bitcoin BTC consolidates around $108,000 after setting a record high of $111,970 last week. UNI is currently trading at $7.04 after rising to as high as $7.63 at 03:35 UTC. It is currently testing the $7.00 level as support, which had been a point of resistance over the past week. If UNI holds above $7.00, it could establish a firm level of support before springing toward $10, which spurred a rejection in February. CoinMarketCap's Altcoin Season Index is currently at 25, the top-end of a bitcoin-centric market but rising significantly since last month, when it was at 12. The index signals an altcoin market when it passes through 75.
