Altseason: When & Why Experts Say It’s Held Back

Altseason: The Wait Continues

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’s Altseason?

Altseason is like a party in the crypto world where altcoins (cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin) suddenly become super popular, and their prices skyrocket[3]. It’s a time of high volatility and big gains for altcoins. Usually, altseasons happen after Bitcoin’s price has gone up a lot, and investors start looking for other coins to make even more money[3].

What’s Going on in the Market Now?

Right now, Bitcoin is really strong, with almost 60% of the entire crypto market[1]. For altseason to start, Bitcoin’s share usually needs to drop below 50%[1]. This means more people would be interested in altcoins instead of Bitcoin.

Bitcoin’s Strong Presence: A Roadblock

Bitcoin’s power in the market is a big challenge for altseason. When the market goes down, people often move their money to Bitcoin because they think it’s safer. And when the market goes up, Bitcoin’s price increase can attract even more money, making it even stronger[1].

Ethereum and the ETH/BTC Ratio

Another important thing to watch is the ETH/BTC price. During altseason, this usually goes up as Ethereum gets more valuable compared to Bitcoin[1]. But since 2024, this price has dropped a lot, from $0.6 to around $0.28 in February 2025[1]. This means altseason hasn’t started yet.

What Experts Say About Altseason

Some experts, like Ki Young Ju from CryptoQuant, think we might have a “selective alt season” in 2025. This means only certain altcoins with strong reasons behind them, like ETFs or good projects, will do really well[5]. Altcoins like XRP, Solana (SOL), and Litecoin (LTC) might be the ones to watch due to their ETF applications[5].

ETFs and Sustainable Projects

If ETFs that focus on altcoins are allowed, more big investors might put their money into them, helping those altcoins grow[3][5]. Also, projects that keep people interested and have a strong community are more likely to succeed[5].

Market Volatility and Rules

How much the market changes and new rules can really affect when and how long altseasons last[3]. The “Trump Effect” and possible changes in interest rates by the Federal Reserve could also influence what happens in the market[2][3].

So, When’s the Next Altseason?

Even though the market right now doesn’t seem ready for altseason, experts and market signs suggest that it might happen soon. We’ll have to wait and see if it’s a big party or just a small gathering of strong altcoins.

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Sources:
– cryptonews.com
– namecoinnews.com
– tangem.com
– thecryptobasic.com