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Bitcoin dominance (BTC DOM), a key metric that tracks Bitcoin’s share of the overall cryptocurrency market, has started to dip after its recent rally to the 60% threshold. This retracement, highlighted by the attached charts and a tweet from crypto analyst Rekt Capital, is setting the stage for what could become a significant “Altcoin Window.” Historical patterns suggest this pullback could ignite a rally for alternative cryptocurrencies (altcoins) while Bitcoin consolidates.Bitcoin dominance recently achieved a critical monthly close above the 57.68% resistance level (highlighted in green on the charts). <a href="https://x.com/rektcapital/status/1860324664058200199?s&#61;46" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">According to Rekt Capital</a>, this marks the first such monthly close since 2018-2019. In the previous cycle, a breakout above this level was followed by a temporary retracement to retest the 57.68% region before Bitcoin surged to new dominance highs.The images illustrate this pattern, showing a historical retest in 2018-2019, where BTC DOM dipped after breaking resistance before resuming its upward trajectory. Now, with Bitcoin dominance dipping slightly below 60%, the market may be entering a similar phase of retracement and consolidation. If the pattern holds, Bitcoin could revisit the 57.68% support level, triggering a period of altcoin outperformance.<h2 id="header-0">Altseason emerges as Bitcoin dominance shifts, shaping broader market implications.</h2>Rekt Capital emphasizes that further retracement in Bitcoin dominance would be a “best-case scenario” for altcoins. As Bitcoin stabilizes near key levels, liquidity tends to flow into altcoins, leading to substantial rallies in smaller-cap cryptocurrencies. This phenomenon, commonly referred to as “Altseason,” occurs when Bitcoin’s market dominance declines, allowing other<a href="https://blockchainreporter.net/the-ultimate-guide-to-cryptocurrency-trends-ethereum-eth-solana-sol-and-furrever-token-furrs-roi-roadmap/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> cryptocurrencies</a> to capture market share.The charts provided also indicate breakout movements across several altcoins, a trend that has coincided with Bitcoin dominance losing momentum. Analysts argue that a drop into the green 57.68% support zone could solidify this trend, offering traders an extended period to capitalize on altcoin opportunities.Despite the current retracement, Rekt Capital maintains that Bitcoin dominance will eventually resume its upward trend. Following the historical retest scenario, BTC DOM is expected to rebound strongly from the 57.68% support level, potentially targeting the next resistance levels at 60% and beyond. This would align with Bitcoin’s cyclical tendency to dominate the market during periods of macro uncertainty or bullish sentiment.The attached charts provide additional context, showing how Bitcoin dominance behaved in previous cycles. Notably, the current trajectory closely mirrors past patterns, strengthening the case for an impending recovery after the retracement phase. This dynamic between Bitcoin and altcoins underscores the cyclical nature of cryptocurrency markets. While Bitcoin’s dominance typically rises during periods of intense bullish momentum, corrections often pave the way for altcoin rallies. For traders and investors, monitoring the 57.68% level could be critical in anticipating market shifts.

Bitcoin Dominance Nears Support, Igniting Altseason

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