2026-01-17 17:25:08

Recently, many people have been saying that the altcoin season might be coming. To be honest, I’m not entirely sure yet, but I have indeed noticed some interesting signs.

Let’s look at the three most obvious signals:

When the mainstream giants (BTC, ETH, SOL) are sideways, many smaller coins are actually showing signs of movement. This alone is quite noteworthy. Looking more closely, there are signs of sector rotation. A few days ago, privacy coins like DASH, ZEN, DCR were hot; today, the focus has shifted to the gaming sector, with AXS, SLP, YGG rising again.

Of course, it’s not entirely correct to be too absolute right now. The market is something that needs to be observed as it moves, and early conclusions aren’t necessary. But these signals combined do seem a bit interesting. If this development continues, there might really be a good opportunity ahead.

BTC-1,23%

ETH-1,1%

SOL-2,76%

DASH-1,2%

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SignatureAnxiety

· 01-20 17:18

Sector rotation this time definitely has some substance; privacy coins to gaming coins, it feels like funds are looking for a new outlet. --- Mainstream sideways small coins are itching to move; I've seen this routine too many times. It's hard to tell if it's an opportunity or just a trap for the chives. --- Wait, do you really believe the Shanzhai season is coming? I'm still holding on to the mainstream... --- YGG is back up again; I was already caught in it, and I lost my pants over it. --- This kind of signal combination... maybe, or maybe not; who can say for sure? --- Sector rotation does show signs, but I'm more concerned about whether it's just another fleeting rebound. --- Privacy coins and gaming coins are being pumped alternately; are funds fleeing or seeking a bottom? It's hard to say.

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BTCWaveRider

· 01-19 08:16

Sector rotation is indeed interesting this time. The switch from privacy coins to gaming coins seems quite smooth.

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ZenZKPlayer

· 01-19 02:37

Sector rotation does seem to have some pattern; the switch from privacy coins to gaming coins can't be just a coincidence, right?

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ApeDegen

· 01-17 17:54

Sector rotation is indeed happening, but I don't think it's the real altcoin season yet. This is how they test the waters before a surge.

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GasFeeBarbecue

· 01-17 17:54

Sector rotation signs are indeed interesting, but I still need to see how the market moves. --- Privacy coins and gaming coins are taking turns; it feels like the main players are testing the waters. --- During the sideways consolidation, small coins are eager to move. Is this time really different? --- Wait, is YGG back up again? The one I lost a lot on last year. --- It sounds safe, but this combination of signals still suggests there might be something to it. --- Brothers, don't rush to sell; let's see how long it can hold. --- Is this wave of privacy coins genuine, or just pure market stabilization? --- If the altcoin season is coming, those who bought early this morning must have become rich again. --- Sector rotation is obvious; I'm just worried about a correction wiping everything out. --- A few days ago, we were still holding onto mainstream coins, and now we're chasing altcoins again.

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GasFeeSobber

· 01-17 17:51

Sector rotation is indeed interesting, but I still want to wait a bit before jumping in. --- Why didn't I catch that wave of privacy coins? By the time I reacted, they had already surged. --- Damn, another meme about "Shanzhai season is here." Every time they say it's coming, but then what? --- I really don't understand these game tokens like AXS and YGG. It's safer to just hold BTC steadily. --- During sideways trading periods, small coins moving wildly is just normal for the typical pump-and-dump show. --- Looks like there might really be some action this time. I'll keep a close eye on a few small coins' movements. --- Basically, before they even rise, the soothsayers start selling anxiety. --- If it really happens, remember to call me. I'm currently in a laid-back state. --- The sector rotation has indeed been more frequent in recent months, and I have a bit of a gambling urge.

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BearMarketBard

· 01-17 17:49

Sector rotation is indeed interesting, but I'll wait and see for now. Don't get caught off guard.

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AirdropHuntress

· 01-17 17:45

The narrative of sector rotation has been heard too many times, but data shows that genuine sustained rotations are rare. The key still depends on when the mainstream coins will truly start to move. Small coins following the trend are often doomed to be the bagholders.

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DataBartender

· 01-17 17:41

Sector rotation is so obvious, it really feels like something is brewing. --- Mainstream markets are dead, while small coins are showing off. This is indeed a bit different. --- The feeling of rotation from privacy coins to gaming coins is emerging; we need to keep a close eye. --- I dare not draw conclusions +1, but we definitely need to pay attention to this rhythm. --- After such a long consolidation, there must be something about to explode... --- AXS, YGG, these are active again. The copycats might really be coming. --- This wave of signal combinations is indeed interesting; I'm waiting to see what happens.

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MEVVictimAlliance

· 01-17 17:28

Haha, mainstreams are all dead, only small coins are alive. This routine is played every year. --- Privacy coins rose, why didn't I get in? Am I about to get cut again? --- Sector rotation is indeed happening, but I don't know who the next bag-holder will be. --- Wait, isn't this a signal that funds are flowing from Bitcoin to trash coins? I think I'll stay on the sidelines. --- YGG is trending again? Really? This coin should have died long ago. --- It feels like a false prosperity before big money enters the market. Be careful not to get trapped. --- I don't understand the privacy coin sector, but following the trend is never wrong, right? --- Bitcoin sideways movement = funds are looking for a place, got it, brother.

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