Analyst Predicts Diminishing Returns for Altcoins as Crypto Market Matures

On-chain analyst Willy Woo believes that as the cryptocurrency market evolves, the explosive growth potential for altcoins will continue to decline.

He highlighted that the current cycle stands apart from previous ones, marking the third time since 2017 that altcoins are vying for attention.

Woo points out that unlike past periods focused on decentralized finance (DeFi) and groundbreaking technology, the current altcoin enthusiasm largely centers on memes, a trend he views as a misstep for the crypto landscape. He anticipates that while altcoin seasons will still occur, they are unlikely to match the vigor of earlier years.

“Expect mid-cap and low-cap coins to see price surges following Bitcoin’s rallies, as investors chase returns along the risk spectrum,” he stated. However, he warns that these altcoin seasons will be less powerful compared to the significant bubble experienced in 2017.

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In his assessment, Woo compares the evolving altcoin market cap to a cricket bat that has undergone numerous modifications; only new successes contribute to its value, while past failures fade from the count. He suggests that trading altcoins can be worthwhile, but urges caution for those considering long-term holds unless they possess substantial market knowledge, as the altcoin arena often resembles a casino where the odds favor the house.

Currently, Bitcoin dominates the market, holding a share of 59.38%, a figure that marks its highest level in three and a half years.

Kosta Gushterov

Kosta has been working in the crypto industry for over 4 years. He strives to present different perspectives on a given topic and enjoys the sector for its transparency and dynamism. In his work, he focuses on balanced coverage of events and developments in the crypto space, providing information to his readers from a neutral perspective.