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Bitcoin Dominance Falls to New Low Since January Amid Altcoin Market Growth
ByAinvest
Sunday, Aug 24, 2025 6:50 am ET1min read
Bitcoin's dominance drops 2.35% to 58.23%, its lowest since January, as altcoin market caps rise. The total crypto market cap increases 0.24%, while the total market cap excluding Bitcoin rises 3.69% and excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum increases 1.48%. This indicates a broadening of capitalization among altcoins, with implications for index tracking and portfolio assessments.
Title: Bitcoin's Dominance Drops, Altcoins Gain MomentumBitcoin's dominance has fallen by 2.35% to 58.23%, marking its lowest level since January 2025. This decline has been accompanied by a significant rise in the market capitalization of altcoins, indicating a broader distribution of capital within the cryptocurrency market. The total crypto market capitalization has increased by 0.24%, while the market cap excluding Bitcoin has risen by 3.69%, and excluding both Bitcoin and Ethereum has increased by 1.48%.
The decrease in Bitcoin dominance suggests a potential shift in market dynamics, with altcoins gaining traction. This trend is supported by several technical indicators, including a bearish cross in the MACD on the weekly chart, which has historically preceded major altcoin rallies [1].
The altcoin market cap has surged above $3.2 trillion, forming higher highs and confirming an early structure for Altcoin Season 2025. This breakout mirrors the behavior observed during Altseason I in 2017 and Altseason II in 2021, with long accumulation phases followed by breakouts and rapid expansions [1].
Analysts note that the decline in Bitcoin dominance is part of a broader trend that includes the recovery of Ethereum to its all-time high. The decline in Bitcoin dominance from 66% to 58.39% has been accompanied by a wedge pattern breakdown, with targets around 50.56% and 48.32% if the trend continues [3].
The implications of these market shifts are significant for index tracking and portfolio assessments. A broader distribution of capital among altcoins may lead to changes in index composition and weighting. Additionally, investors and financial professionals may need to reassess their portfolio allocations to reflect the changing dynamics of the market.
References:
[1] https://en.coinotag.com/bitcoin-dominance-rejected-at-65-as-macd-turns-bearish-could-precede-altseason-with-altcoin-cap-above-3-2t/
[2] https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/68a2d795bb247e1a57fb8435/
[3] https://cryptofrontnews.com/bitcoin-dominance-declines-as-ethereum-hits-ath-analysts-see-altcoin-momentum-building/
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