Is Ethereum About to Steal Bitcoin’s Thunder? 🚀💰

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With Ethereum breezing past $4,300 and Bitcoin’s dominance taking a nosedive, the crypto world is buzzing with whispers of a “flippening.” Could this be the moment when Ethereum dethrones the king of cryptocurrencies? 🏆

Ethereum [ETH] has shot past the $4,300 mark, leaving Bitcoin [BTC] in the dust as its dominance wanes. This has sparked a flurry of speculation that Ethereum might just pull off the ultimate coup-overtaking Bitcoin in value within the next year. 🌟

And let’s not forget, with solid technical indicators and a growing legion of institutional fans, the chatter about a “flippening” (the moment Ethereum surpasses Bitcoin) is getting louder. It’s like the underdog finally getting a chance to shine in the big league. 🏃‍♂️💨

Bitcoin dominance analysis

As of now, Bitcoin’s market dominance sits at a respectable 60.74%, but that number is looking a bit tired. Analysts like Lark Davis are quick to point out that similar drops in the past have often been followed by Ethereum hitting new all-time highs. It’s like the old guard is showing signs of wear, and the young bucks are ready to take over. 🤴👑

Glassnode data, shared by the ever-insightful Ali Martinez, reveals that Ethereum’s Net Capital Change is outpacing Bitcoin’s. This has led some market watchers to declare it a clear sign of an impending altcoin season. It’s like the summer blockbuster season for cryptocurrencies-everyone’s waiting to see which altcoin will be the next big hit. 🎉🍿

Ethereum’s price strength meets institutional appetite

At the time of writing, ETH is trading at a robust $4,298, up 1.72% in the last 24 hours. This surge coincides with significant over-the-counter (OTC) desk activity, indicating that the whales are hungry for more Ethereum. 🐳🐟

Crypto’s R Us reported that major exchanges like Binance, Coinbase, and Bitstamp moved a whopping $160 million in ETH to Galaxy Digital in just one hour. The biggest transaction was a hefty 4,500 ETH ($18.99 million). Meanwhile, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin’s holdings have surpassed $1 billion, adding to the buzz about a scarce ETH supply on OTC desks. 🗝️📊

The scarcity issue highlights the liquidity challenges faced by large buyers, making it a buyer’s market for those with deep pockets. 💰🔍

It’s also worth noting that various institutions are throwing their weight behind Ethereum. Milk Road, a notable voice on X, emphasized this trend, pointing out that institutions are increasingly backing the altcoin. 🏦🚀

Is altcoin season around the corner?

The CMC Altcoin Season Index currently stands at 38/100, suggesting that the market is still leaning towards Bitcoin, despite Ethereum’s recent gains. However, Joao Wedson, Founder & CEO of Alphractal, believes that the real altcoin season hasn’t even begun. 🌱🌞

“The real Altcoin Season hasn’t even started yet. Smart money flows from BTC to ETH, then to Top Caps, and finally to Mid & Low Caps. Altcoin fun is just getting started – and it could last until November.”

Rotation cycles in play

Despite the market’s current uncertainty, there’s still room for optimism. Ted Pillows, a partner at OKX, projects a rotation pattern where ETH breaks its all-time high (ATH) and triggers a mini alt season. He adds, 

“Then, capital rotates into BTC, aiming for $140K.”

Lukas Enzersdorfer-Konrad, Deputy CEO of Bitpanda, agrees, noting that last week’s altcoin surge shows investors are becoming more adventurous, willing to explore riskier assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. It’s like the crypto world is turning into a giant treasure hunt, and everyone’s got a map. 🗺️💎

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2025-08-11 14:21