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Bitcoin Hits a Key Pivot : Is Altcoin Season About to Begin ?
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Bitcoin Hits a Key Pivot : Is Altcoin Season About to Begin ?

Bitcoin's price nears a critical level. Could the real stars of the coming months be altcoins instead? A decrease in Bitcoin dominance might signal the return of the "altseason". Analysis of this pivotal shift for crypto investors.

Written by Hugo Le follézou

Translated on May 21, 2025 at 11:41 by Sarah

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Bitcoin Dominance : Alert Signal or Just a Pause ?

For nearly 18 months, the Bitcoin dominance index has been moving within a well-established bullish channel. This reflects a growing preference among investors for the leading cryptocurrency. However, the price is now approaching a crucial resistance zone, which in the past has coincided with Bitcoin being rejected in favor of altcoins.

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The BTC dominance chart shows a systematic bounce off the lower bound of the channel, followed by higher highs. Currently positioned at the upper bound, this level has been rejected before, triggering a brief but intense “alt-season.”

A drop in Bitcoin dominance could result in:

  • A strategic rotation of institutional and retail investors towards projects with higher potential
  • A rapid increase in volumes on major altcoin exchange platforms
  • A tactical opportunity for diversified portfolios focused on altcoins

However, a clear break of the channel’s support would invalidate this multi-year bullish structure and pave the way for a real “alt-season” cycle. The condition is that strong fundamental catalysts are present (Bitcoin correction, return of risk-on sentiment, etc.).

2025, the Year of Altcoins ?

The prospect of a rejection of Bitcoin dominance is technically credible. However, a sustainable alt-season in 2025 will depend on external fundamental factors such as major announcements from Layer 1 projects, favorable regulatory developments, or even a moderate correction in the price of Bitcoin.

What investors need to watch for:

  • The current resistance on the dominance index: a potentially indicative signal of a market phase change
  • The integrity of the bullish channel’s support: its breach would be a strong technical signal
  • BTC’s reaction near its historical highs: consolidation or breakout?

The current situation on the Bitcoin dominance indicator constitutes a strategic technical signal for French-speaking investors active in the crypto ecosystem. A consolidation of BTC, combined with a clear rejection of this resistance zone, could provide an opportune moment for altcoins—provided investors adopt a selective and informed approach.

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Hugo Le follézou

Hugo Le follézou

Passionate about the crypto world, he explores the blockchain ecosystem to extract the most essential insights. With his expertise in SEO and web writing, he transforms news and technical analysis into clear, engaging, and impactful content. His goal? To help investors better understand the opportunities and challenges of the crypto market.

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