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Binance founder on rising altcoin interest: ‘Not sure how accurate it is, but it is ticking up'

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Binance founder on rising altcoin interest: ‘Not sure how accurate it is, but it is ticking up'
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Changpeng Zhao, Founder for Binance | X

Changpeng Zhao, founder of Binance, indicated that interest in altcoins might be on the rise as CoinMarketCap's Alt Season Index shows an upward trend. However, he expressed uncertainty about the index's accuracy. This statement was made on X.

"CoinMarketCap has an Alt Season Index feature," said Zhao. "Not sure how accurate it is, but it is ticking up. FOMO season soon..."

Global altcoin markets have experienced renewed volatility in 2024, driven by technological innovation in decentralized finance and increased regulatory scrutiny, particularly in the U.S. and EU. According to CoinDesk, developments such as layer-2 blockchain solutions and AI-driven tokens have sparked both investor optimism and market fluctuations. Major regulatory actions have also pushed more traders toward niche and sector-specific altcoins.

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According to CoinMarketCap, the Alt Season Index in July 2024 showed that altcoins represented about 39% of the total crypto market cap. There were several "mini alt seasons" earlier in the year when multiple altcoins outperformed Bitcoin. This highlights how rapid shifts in investor sentiment can move large amounts of capital into and out of altcoins within weeks.

As reported by CryptoSlate, recent data from 2024 indicates that top-performing altcoins like Solana (up over 50%), Toncoin (up 72%), and Dogecoin (up 44%) have surpassed Bitcoin’s 35% and Ethereum’s 28% year-to-date gains. Despite this, Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to dominate overall market value and institutional investment.

According to Forbes, Changpeng Zhao, commonly known as CZ, is an entrepreneur who founded Binance in 2017. He quickly grew it into the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume. Zhao is widely recognized for his leadership in advancing blockchain technology and promoting financial inclusion globally, making him one of the most influential figures in the crypto industry. His innovative strategies and commitment to expanding crypto accessibility have earned him a reputation as a pioneer in digital finance.

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