The cryptocurrency market is heating up as Solana (SOL) approaches its previous all-time high of $265. With Bitcoin dominance breaking down for the first time in three years and the Altcoin Season Index surging to 78, analysts say the rotation into altcoins has officially begun.
According to Michaël van de Poppe (Poppe):
“This is the first actual breakdown of the #Bitcoin dominance downwards in nearly 3 years. Three years of #Altcoin bear market is over and we’re now at the start of a new upwards run, comparable to 2019/2020.”
The timing aligns with the Altcoin Season Index crossing 78, confirming that altseason has begun. Analyst BitBull adds:
“Altseasons usually last about 17 days, but in past cycles they’ve stretched beyond 100 days when liquidity expands. After months of Bitcoin dominance, the rotation has started. Altseason isn’t coming, it’s here.”
Solana Price Nears ATH
Solana is trading near $241, only 10% away from its ATH. Market analyst Virtual Bacon expects strong resistance at $260–$270:
“Very soon, Solana is going to hit our year-end target of $260… I don’t think it’s going to blast past the previous all-time high very easily.”
While Solana remains a top performer, the real opportunity lies in the next wave of large-cap altcoins that are poised to follow.
Top Altcoins to Buy Right Now
Analysts stress that large-cap alts always lead altseason before smaller caps follow. Virtual Bacon explains:
“Large caps run first, then it rotates. Don’t chase the pump—look at which top-20 coins haven’t moved yet.”
As Solana nears resistance, rotation into other large-cap alts is the key play. Here are the top coins to watch:
1. Avalanche (AVAX)
Often dubbed a Solana competitor, AVAX historically rallies shortly after Solana. It just broke key resistance at $26 and is targeting $55 by year-end.
2. Sui (SUI)
Built with similar tech and investor backing as Solana, Sui is gaining traction. Analysts see it as one of the strongest catch-up plays during this rotation.
3. Aptos (APT)
From the same Facebook Libra team, Aptos is quietly advancing in tokenization and RWAs. With easy bridging from Solana and Sui ecosystems, Aptos could surprise as the next mover.
4. Chainlink (LINK)
With its leading role in RWA tokenization, LINK has strong upside potential. Virtual Bacon expects a run toward its previous ATH near $51.
5. Dogecoin (DOGE)
Meme coins are back in play, and DOGE has lagged behind. Its current valuation against Bitcoin suggests plenty of upside as liquidity rotates into memes.
6. Cardano (ADA)
Still undervalued compared to other majors, ADA remains a high-potential laggard. Historical cycles suggest it will eventually catch up once liquidity spreads.
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FAQs
Recent gains in the crypto market are driven by positive macroeconomic signals, such as softening U.S. inflation data, which raises expectations for a potential Federal Reserve rate cut. Institutional inflows into Bitcoin ETFs and increased liquidity from stablecoins are also contributing factors.
Experts predict that Bitcoin will continue to consolidate around the $110,000 to $116,000 range in September 2025, with potential for an upward breakout if bullish momentum is sustained. Some analysts are watching for a move toward $118,000.
The crypto market has seen a surge in recent days, with Bitcoin reaching a new three-week high and other altcoins rallying. Analysts are watching for sustained momentum, and a continued breakout could lead to new all-time highs for the broader market.
The Altcoin Season Index measures if 75% of top altcoins outperform Bitcoin over 90 days. A reading above 75 suggests altseason has begun, indicating a market-wide rotation into altcoins.
