The Altcoin Season Index on CoinMarketCap remains unchanged at 51, indicating a shift in the crypto market with altcoins holding their ground alongside Bitcoin.
Understanding the Altcoin Season Index
For the market to be categorized in Altcoin Season, 75% of the top 100 coins must outperform Bitcoin. Conversely, Bitcoin Season is defined as when 25% or fewer of the top 100 coins outperform Bitcoin. The 51 index indicates a transition from Bitcoin Season to Altcoin Season.
Bitcoin Dominance Decline
This suggests a period of market consolidation. Bitcoin’s dominance is still present, but altcoins are maintaining value and showing impressive performance.
Historical Perspective
Historically, the Altcoin Season Index has shown major movements in market dynamics, allowing altcoins to regain their positions as Bitcoin's dominance wanes.
The Altcoin Season Index at 51 demonstrates potential shifts in cryptocurrency market structure, with altcoins poised to actively compete with Bitcoin.