Crypto analysts are doubling down on predictions of an altcoin season, even as the altcoin season index sits at 31 — firmly in Bitcoin territory. Fergani calls for the biggest altcoin season ever within the next six months, while Ryker sees a cycle running from June 2025 to January 2027. So far, the data tells a different story.
Fergani's Prediction: AI Coins Lead the Charge
Analyst Fergani predicts the biggest altcoin season ever will occur within the next six months, citing the Others/BTC chart. That chart shows altcoins have formed strong support and are poised to gain against Bitcoin. Fergani suggests AI will drive the season, though doesn't explain how. AI coins such as TAO, NEAR, and VVV have recorded significant gains recently, lending some weight to the thesis.
CW Points to Quiet Accumulation
Analyst CW notes that exchange volume for altcoins (excluding the top 5) is increasing, and trading is concentrated in altcoins. Some investors are quietly accumulating altcoins while others remain negative about an altcoin season. This tug-of-war may be setting the stage for a breakout.
The Index Says Bitcoin Season
According to BlockchainCenter data, the altcoin season index is at 31. It needs to reach 75 to declare an altcoin season. Over the last 90 days, only 15 of the top 50 coins by market cap have outperformed Bitcoin — 75% need to do so for the season to be official. That's a high bar.
Ryker's Longer View: June 2025 to January 2027
Analyst Ryker predicts the next altcoin season will run from June 2025 to January 2027, lasting about six months. Ryker says altcoin season occurs when all altcoins are undervalued, citing 2017 and 2021 cycles where coins like XRP, ETH, SOL, and LUNA saw 10x gains. It has been four years since the last altcoin season, and Ryker advises not to miss this one. Recent gains in ZEC, HYPE, NEAR, and ONDO are just the beginning, Ryker claims, and will lead to pumps for other coins.
Whether the index catches up to these predictions remains the open question. For now, Bitcoin still rules, but the altcoin camp is growing louder by the day.
