ETH hits $2600 for first time in 7 months.

[BALIK]

As for me I will still accept that Bitcoin is still leading when it comes to both the shorts and long-time performance rate, except if we are in the alt crime season 10 could good the other way as we meet think, but considering this current market season, everything is still pointing towards bitcoin leading in every side and this is what we have been having even on the long term experience in crypto market, there are so many reasons to why bitcoin is being referred to as the king of cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin is called the king because its the first crypto, its decentralized, transparent and it has the largest market cap. But that does not mean it always delivers the best returns.

Just check a few coins on CMC. Over the past 90 days, BTC, ETH, BNB and SOL have all gained around 30%, while other alts like NEAR, ZEC and UNI are up 100-150%. So it wouldn't be accurate to say Bitcoin always outperforms altcoins.

Bitcoin dominating the market doesn't mean it's always the most profitable investment.

[Abiky]

Bitcoin is called the king because its the first crypto, its decentralized, transparent and it has the largest market cap. But that does not mean it always delivers the best returns.

Just check a few coins on CMC. Over the past 90 days, BTC, ETH, BNB and SOL have all gained around 30%, while other alts like NEAR, ZEC and UNI are up 100-150%. So it wouldn't be accurate to say Bitcoin always outperforms altcoins.

Bitcoin dominating the market doesn't mean it's always the most profitable investment.

Bitcoin only outperforms altcoins in terms of security/reliability and mainstream adoption. But not in terms of short-term market performance. Altcoins give you much better returns. They're also much more volatile than Bitcoin. Weigh the risks between BTC and alts, to determine what works best for you.

Despite ETH failing to reach a new ATH, it's still considered one of the best altcoins in the world (if not the best). It's far more decentralized than Solana, BSC, or any of its rivals. You don't need to wait until ETH reaches a new ATH to turn a profit. The constant ups and downs (volatility) are more than enough for you to multiply your investment with ETH. In Fiat terms, of course. Better start stacking some ETH just in case.

[dwyane36]

So it wouldn't be accurate to say Bitcoin always outperforms altcoins.

Bitcoin dominating the market doesn't mean it's always the most profitable investment.

It's clear that for traders and investors, a particular altcoin, including ETH, can outperform BTC in terms of profit. Just look at HYPE, which has been bucking the overall market trend since the start of the year.
If we compare the overall performance of altcoins and BTC this year, yes, altcoins are ahead so far, but not by much. On average, altcoins are up around 15% since the start of the year, while BTC is down 9%.
However, last year, for example, things were different, and alts were down significantly.

[arwin100]

So it wouldn't be accurate to say Bitcoin always outperforms altcoins.

Bitcoin dominating the market doesn't mean it's always the most profitable investment.

It's clear that for traders and investors, a particular altcoin, including ETH, can outperform BTC in terms of profit. Just look at HYPE, which has been bucking the overall market trend since the start of the year.
If we compare the overall performance of altcoins and BTC this year, yes, altcoins are ahead so far, but not by much. On average, altcoins are up around 15% since the start of the year, while BTC is down 9%.
However, last year, for example, things were different, and alts were down significantly.

They can outperform it on short term view, but they could never surpass the dominance and potential of Bitcoin.

The performance of those coin is just a hype, then look at the next thing happened with those coins once the hype collapsed. Usually they struggle to go up and cannot repeat those same good performance. While Bitcoin remains to be consistent and tested with so many pumps also dumps.

Those alts will continue to remain good for short term trades, then Bitcoin long term potential will also remain. That's why many people love to hold this for long term.

[dwyane36]

They can outperform it on short term view, but they could never surpass the dominance and potential of Bitcoin.

The performance of those coin is just a hype, then look at the next thing happened with those coins once the hype collapsed. Usually they struggle to go up and cannot repeat those same good performance. While Bitcoin remains to be consistent and tested with so many pumps also dumps.

Those alts will continue to remain good for short term trades, then Bitcoin long term potential will also remain. That's why many people love to hold this for long term.

Of all the altcoins throughout history, only ETH has ever had a chance to surpass BTC in terms of market dominance, but it never managed to do so. As for other altcoins, there's no point in comparing them to BTC, especially for long-term holding.
However, it's also worth noting that altcoin growth isn't always driven solely by hype. Once again this year, the HYPE token is a clear example of that.

[Iranus]

They can outperform it on short term view, but they could never surpass the dominance and potential of Bitcoin.

The performance of those coin is just a hype, then look at the next thing happened with those coins once the hype collapsed. Usually they struggle to go up and cannot repeat those same good performance. While Bitcoin remains to be consistent and tested with so many pumps also dumps.

Those alts will continue to remain good for short term trades, then Bitcoin long term potential will also remain. That's why many people love to hold this for long term.

Of all the altcoins throughout history, only ETH has ever had a chance to surpass BTC in terms of market dominance, but it never managed to do so. As for other altcoins, there's no point in comparing them to BTC, especially for long-term holding.
However, it's also worth noting that altcoin growth isn't always driven solely by hype. Once again this year, the HYPE token is a clear example of that.

Yeah,  alts are risky , and  a lot of their gains are just hype, speculation and manipulation...but BTC isn't the only coin worth holding long term.

Whether we admit it or not, there are quite a few alts with serious development work behind them, real world use case, and longterm upside beyond a passing hype cycle.

Investing is about making money, after all. So it's not just about picking the coin that dominates the market. It's also about spotting assets with solid upside down the road.