The first major signal that ignited the market was the Alt Season Index<\/strong> rising above 75<\/strong>. This indicator measures the performance of the top 50 altcoins<\/strong> against Bitcoin<\/a><\/strong> over a 90-day<\/strong> period. It’s a reliable barometer of risk appetite in the crypto market<\/a>. Historically, when this index exceeds 75<\/strong>, it signals that most altcoins are outperforming Bitcoin<\/strong>, often triggering a phase of euphoria and rapid gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n During the 2017<\/strong> and 2021<\/strong> cycles, the index remained above this threshold for weeks or even months, propelling altcoins to stratospheric valuations. However, this cycle is different. While more than 75% of altcoins<\/strong> are outperforming Bitcoin<\/strong>, many are only doing so by narrow margins. The rally is more selective, less explosive, and requires a more refined rotation strategy. Nevertheless, the signal is clear : The momentum<\/strong> is firmly with altcoins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Beyond the Alt Season Index, other indicators confirm this bullish dynamic. The TOTAL3 chart, which represents the total market capitalization of altcoins<\/strong> (excluding Bitcoin and Ethereum), recently broke out of a triangle<\/strong> consolidation pattern that had persisted for several years. This breakout, if confirmed at the monthly close<\/strong>, could signal the beginning of a massive acceleration. Technical analysts see it as a classic “cup and handle<\/strong>” pattern, suggesting considerable upside potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This technical analysis is corroborated by spot market volume<\/strong> data. In September, for the first time in a long while, altcoins captured the largest share of total volume, surpassing both ETH<\/strong> and Bitcoin<\/strong>. This shift in capital flows toward riskier assets is a powerful marker of confidence<\/strong> and speculation<\/strong>, typical of advanced bull run phases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n