- Altcoin season has begun as Bitcoin dominance fades, mirroring past cycles where investors rotate into higher-growth digital assets.
- Charts from 2015 to 2025 show consistent patterns of capital shifting from Bitcoin to altcoins as risk appetite and adoption expand.
- Market signals suggest altcoins may soon outperform Bitcoin as TOTAL2 charts and oscillators confirm a surge in alternative crypto strength.
Crypto markets are shifting fast, and analysts say altcoin season has officially started. Multiple charts now confirm a major rotation is underway. Bitcoin’s dominance is fading as capital flows into smaller, high-growth digital assets. This trend mirrors historic patterns seen in 2017, 2020, and now 2025.
According to analyst El Crypto Prof and trader Merlijn, the latest market data shows that altcoin momentum is growing and that the Bitcoin season is nearing its conclusion. The cryptocurrency boom-bust cycles from 2015 to 2025.
These charts show that altcoin seasons come following early rebounds led by Bitcoin. Every cycle starts with Bitcoin taking the lead, followed by a spike in altcoins as investor risk tolerance increases.
Cycle Patterns Signal Repeat of 2017 and 2021 Surges
Merlijn’s chart tracks Bitcoin dominance against altcoin performance. It highlights key pivot points where capital shifts from Bitcoin to altcoins. Orange areas mark Bitcoin-led phases, while green circles highlight strong altcoin rallies. Red zones show failed altcoin runs or corrections.
Source: Merlijn The Trader
Currently, the green zone is flashing again—suggesting altseason is not just coming, but already here.Moreover, the TOTAL2 chart (crypto market cap excluding Bitcoin) confirms the trend.
Altcoins are showing explosive strength while Bitcoin dominance drops, echoing 2017 and 2021.The oscillator at the bottom highlights this shift clearly. Bitcoin is losing ground as altcoins take the lead.
History Repeats as Investors Hunt Higher Returns
From 2015 to 2025, the crypto market has moved in three major cycles. Each started with Bitcoin strength, followed by a parabolic altcoin boom.The current cycle, starting in 2022, aligns perfectly with past patterns.
Source: Moustache
After a painful 2022 bear market, altcoins now display strong recovery signs. The oscillator’s green zones suggest rising risk appetite among traders. Besides, trend lines show that altcoin adoption continues growing despite short-term volatility.
Consequently, capital rotation is accelerating. Investors appear ready to chase higher gains outside Bitcoin. Altcoins could outperform in the coming months if the trend holds, just like in past seasons.
