Bitcoin is flexing its muscles in the crypto world right now, holding down a big chunk of the market cap while altcoins scramble for attention. With BTC’s dominance sitting around 50%, it’s clear traders still see it as the go-to “digital gold” when things get shaky.

Why the big gap? First, Bitcoin’s brand is unbeatable—everyone knows it’s the original, most secure network. Second, institutions are piling in, treating BTC as a store of value and portfolio hedge. Altcoins can’t match that level of big-money confidence just yet. And when macro headlines drop—whether it’s Fed news or trade drama—investors tend to rotate back into Bitcoin, seeking a relative safe haven.

That said, altcoins still have their moments, especially during bullish runs. But until we see major breakthroughs or bigger ETF wins for alternative tokens, Bitcoin’s dominance is likely to stay in the driver’s seat. $BTC