Altseason Ahead ? Key Signs Point To A Crypto Breakout

The crypto market is experiencing a transitional phase, marked by a consolidation of bitcoin and a stagnation of altcoins. However, several technical indicators suggest that a trend reversal is on the horizon. The threshold of 425 billion dollars on the market capitalization of altcoins, which has long been a major obstacle, could soon give way, opening the door to a surge in alternative assets.

Is the 425 billion dollar mark a wall ready to fall ?

For several months, the altcoin market has been fluctuating around a critical threshold of 425 billion dollars in capitalization. Analyst Rekt Capital points out in a post on March 11, 2025, on the social network X (formerly Twitter) that this level has acted as a major resistance, preventing alternative assets from taking off. However, indicators show that this barrier may be on the verge of crumbling.

• A weakening of rejection : previous corrections were much more severe, reaching 69 % and 85 %. This time, the reaction is more contained, suggesting a possible breakout ;
• A pivot level : if the capitalization of altcoins surpasses this resistance, it could turn into support, a strong bullish signal for a potential altseason ;
• A market on standby : many institutional investors and traders are watching this threshold closely, ready to take positions in case of a bullish breakout.

Other experts support this thesis. CryptoGoos notes that bitcoin’s dominance, currently at 61 %, could soon reach a peak. However, in each previous cycle, a peak in this metric has often been followed by a trend reversal, leading to a surge in altcoins.

The Altcoin Season Index and the Timeline of a Possible Rally

Beyond the technical thresholds, another indicator deserves attention: the Altcoin Season Index. This tool fluctuates between two distinct phases:

• The Bitcoin Season : when the index is below 25, it means that BTC largely dominates the market ;
• The Altcoin Season : when the index exceeds 75, it signals a superior performance of altcoins.

According to Mags, a sector analyst, the index follows a cyclical dynamic that has been repeating for several years. “When it dips below 25, it stays there for a few weeks before rising above 75, marking the beginning of altseason,” he explains.

Past trends show that:

• In seven cycles out of nine, the index fell below 25 between the second and third quarter of the year before rising sharply ;
• Timing plays a key role : this rebound is often followed by a rally of altcoins, offering performances much higher than that of bitcoin ;
• The impact of the four-year cycle : if history repeats, this next rise could be the last bullish impulse before the next bear market.

The coming weeks will be crucial for investors. A breakout of the 425 billion dollar threshold could trigger a new bull run for altcoins. At the same time, the dominance of bitcoin and the Altcoin Season Index remain under scrutiny to determine the right moment to enter the market. If these trends are confirmed, an altseason seems closer than ever. However, macroeconomic uncertainties and the inherent volatility of cryptos necessitate a measured and strategic approach.

Luc Jose A.

Diplômé de Sciences Po Toulouse et titulaire d’une certification consultant blockchain délivrée par Alyra, j’ai rejoint l’aventure Cointribune en 2019.
Convaincu du potentiel de la blockchain pour transformer de nombreux secteurs de l’économie, j’ai pris l’engagement de sensibiliser et d’informer le grand public sur cet écosystème en constante évolution. Mon objectif est de permettre à chacun de mieux comprendre la blockchain et de saisir les opportunités qu’elle offre. Je m’efforce chaque jour de fournir une analyse objective de l’actualité, de décrypter les tendances du marché, de relayer les dernières innovations technologiques et de mettre en perspective les enjeux économiques et sociétaux de cette révolution en marche.

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