Altcoin trading on Binance soars to $100.7 billion in 24 hours, a record not seen since February 3, 2025, in the futures market.
This shift revives the narrative of the “altcoin season,” while Bitcoin registers its all-time high.
What does the historical record of altcoin trading on Binance reveal?
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According to the report from CryptoQuant, the trading volume on altcoins on Binance Futures reached $100.7 billion in a single day. Such a level had not been seen since February 3, 2025. After about five months of reduced activity, this surge represents a clear trend reversal. This data emerges just as Bitcoin achieves a new all-time high, but surprisingly the focus of traders shifts to other assets.
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What is the real change in volumes between Bitcoin and altcoin?
While the trading volume on Bitcoin remains stable, altcoins now represent 71% of the total traded on Binance Futures. Only 25% of future operations involve Bitcoin. This new distribution signals a rotation of capital, dominated by alternative tokens and a reflection of a more “risk-on” market.
In January 2025, Binance had already observed a boom in altcoin trading, with a 78% share of total volumes, an increase of 11% compared to May 2024. During that period, the phenomenon was driven by a wave of retail investors, a key element also in the current bull surge.
What drives the return of retail to altcoins?
Historically, when Bitcoin reaches a new all-time high, there is a progressive migration of traders – especially retail – towards altcoins, in search of greater upside and “next success stories.” According to CryptoQuant, the growth of trading on altcoins often coincides with a greater risk appetite and a “second wave” narrative following the Bitcoin rally.
Active participation is evident: already in the first months of the year, the increase in volume on Binance has mirrored a renewed euphoria, suggesting a potential altcoin bull market. This is a phase in which many tokens perform better than Bitcoin, often thanks to new sector narratives (DeFi, memecoin, Layer2, gaming, etc.).
Is an altcoin season really starting?
Analysts are looking at CoinMarketCap’s Altcoin Season Index, which is now at 54. The value is close to the threshold (usually 75) that officially marks the beginning of the altseason, when the majority of altcoins outperform Bitcoin on a monthly basis.
According to the studies of CryptoQuant, these cycles have a recurring dynamic:
- First Bitcoin rises, driving the capitalization and dominance
- Then Ethereum and the main smart contract tokens gain traction
- Following this, the latest narratives (“narratives”) fuel cross rallies among emerging projects
- A capital rotation is triggered that multiplies volatility
As a result, the general sentiment strengthens and new investors flow into the markets.
What risks and opportunities for investors?
The boom of altcoin trading on Binance implies a market full of opportunities, but also significant risks. Volatility increases exponentially in altcoins: prices can double or halve in a few days. Traders must carefully manage margin and leverage, because such phases typically precede strong corrections (profit taking, washout of positions, and local bubbles).
Many DeFi projects and memecoins are once again attracting extra liquidity, indicating a growing appetite for high-risk bets. However, historically the peak of the altcoin season is also a harbinger of pump&dump, fake rallies, and an increase in scams: caution and analysis are needed.
Does Binance remain the global hub for altcoin trading?
With daily volumes over $100 billion just on altcoins, Binance confirms itself as the reference platform for speculation and investment on emerging tokens. No competitor approaches similar levels of liquidity and market depth, making Binance the main choice for retail and institutional operators seeking diversified exposure.
The current data strengthens Binance’s primacy, already evident in previous cycles, where the speed in adding new listings and the availability of leverage allow riding sector trends in real time.
What to expect now: trends, signals, and strategies
The future depends on the next market signals. If the trend continues, a true altcoin season could ignite in the coming weeks, amplifying sharp movements and opportunities not only on Binance but across the entire crypto ecosystem. We are in a phase where investor awareness is growing: attention to risks, but also to opportunities for quick profit and emerging new narratives.
Those who trade altcoins today must move strategically, stay updated on projects, and constantly monitor indices and metrics. Everything can change in the coming weeks: follow the community, stay updated with official sources, and make informed decisions. The altcoin season might just be at the beginning.
