What Are Altcoins & What Is Altcoin Season? Here’s What You Need to Know Now
Altcoins — or “alternative coins” — are any cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. From Ethereum to Solana, altcoins introduce unique use cases, from smart contracts to faster transactions and decentralized finance.
Altcoin Season (aka Altseason) is when these coins outperform Bitcoin in the market. You’ll notice Bitcoin dominance dropping while altcoin prices surge — a signal that traders are rotating capital into higher-risk, high-reward assets.
So, what’s next?
With Bitcoin showing signs of consolidation and major narratives forming around AI, gaming, and layer-2 blockchains, many expect a potential mini altseason in the coming weeks. Smart investors are watching Ethereum Layer 2s, DePIN projects, and memecoins — especially those with strong communities and real utility.
Stay sharp. Altseason rewards those who research early and move wisely.
