Recently, there has been significant growth in the cryptocurrency market, especially in the altcoin sector. Experts believe that this situation could catalyze the potential development of an alternative coin season. Ethereum, in particular, shows confident dynamics.
Recently, it has come close to the historical extreme that was formed near the $4800 level in 2021. There is also clear support from a steady influx of institutional funds into specialized ETFs. The BlackRock fund reached $3 billion in the past week, and currently has nearly $15 billion concentrated in it.
An important factor contributing to the growth of altcoins is the change in regulators' attitudes. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is showing increasing interest in ETFs for altcoins. This creates a foundation for broader institutional adoption. The recently signed GENIUS bill by Donald Trump will significantly contribute to this.
Meanwhile, interest in alternative coins continues to grow confidently. According to Google Trends data, the number of searches for 'altcoin' has reached a 5-year high.
Since April 2025, the market capitalization of the sector has grown by more than 60%. This growth was accompanied by a decrease in Bitcoin's market dominance, which fell from 66% to 59%. This indicates that altcoins are taking their market share and becoming increasingly significant assets.
In general, experts believe that all indications point to the fact that the current growth is not just a temporary surge, but the beginning of a long-term trend. While Bitcoin remains 'digital gold', Ethereum and other altcoins are becoming an attractive investment tool. They demonstrate clear growth potential, attracting not only institutional but also retail investors.
