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Former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes predicts an altcoin season in 2025, but unlike 2021, not every coin will surge 100x. Hayes emphasizes that only projects with strong fundamentals will stand out. He claims Ethereum will outperform Solana and predicts Bitcoin dominance will rise, potentially reaching $250,000.
Arthur Hayes’ Altcoin Season Predictions
Hayes believes the 2025 altcoin season will differ from 2021. Back then, nearly every cryptocurrency skyrocketed. This time, only high-quality projects will rise. In an interview with Fortune, Hayes said:
“Unlike 2021, not every coin will go up 100x. A new narrative will emerge. People will trade that narrative, and we’ll see crazy prices. But the old, stagnant coins in your portfolio are probably stuck for a reason. High FDV, low float coins with no customers won’t shine in the next cycle.”
Investors should focus on project fundamentals. Hayes believes weak projects won’t join this rally.
Ethereum vs. Solana: Hayes’ Pick
Hayes favors Ethereum over Solana in their rivalry. Despite recent criticism, Ethereum boasts a robust ecosystem. It leads in total value locked (TVL) and developer count. It’s also the most secure proof-of-stake blockchain. Hayes acknowledges Solana’s rise from $7 to $172 but believes Ethereum will outperform for new capital:
“If I were putting new fiat capital into the system, I’d expect Ethereum to outshine Solana over the next 18-24 months.”
Ethereum’s founder, Vitalik Buterin, has proposed scalability plans. Innovations like EIP-4444, decentralized history storage, and stateless validation will strengthen Ethereum. These steps bolster Hayes’ confidence.
Bitcoin Dominance and Market Outlook
Hayes predicts Bitcoin dominance will grow alongside the altcoin season. The crypto market is currently consolidating. The rally since mid-April has paused. However, declining Bitcoin dominance signals altcoins may shine.
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