The crypto market has been volatile this year, with 2025 bringing unexpected fluctuations. While many investors eagerly await the next altcoin season, experts warn that a major correction might precede it. Several factors like low retail participation, a persistent memecoin craze, and global economic uncertainty are delaying the expected surge in altcoins. Current data shows that outside of the top 10 cryptocurrencies, altcoins’ market capitalization has dwindled significantly, dropping to $277 billion – a three-month low and a dramatic 77% decline from its peak of $492 billion last November. So, is a crypto market crash inevitable before the next altseason begins? Let’s explore. [Continue with an in-depth analysis]