After weeks of Bitcoin dominance, market dynamics are quietly shifting. The Altcoin Season Index has climbed from 18 to 39 in just a month, showing a measurable transition in capital flows.
While we're not in full-blown altseason yet, the parabolic moves in coins like MOODENG (+191%), KAITO (+79%), and PEPE (+53%) signal rising risk appetite among retail and speculative traders. The top performers this week are dominated by meme coins, but a closer look reveals undercurrents of technological adoption, community narratives, and institutional validation—especially in the case of XRP and Ethereum.
Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains firm above $100K, acting as a macro stability anchor. However, its relatively smaller gains suggest sidelined capital is now rotating into altcoins, setting the stage for a possible acceleration in the broader altcoin market. Whether this shift sustains or fizzles out will likely depend on Bitcoin’s volatility and macroeconomic signals next week.
Moo Deng (MOODENG)
Price Change (7D): +191.21% Current Price: $0.1252
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MOODENG exploded over 300% this week on speculation of a Binance spot listing and a massive 440% spike in open interest. As exchange outflows hit $3.5M and the RSI soared to 94.7, the memecoin mirrored the broader rally fueled by Bitcoin's surge. Social buzz, a golden cross, and MACD crossover added fuel. It broke key resistance at $0.141 and entered parabolic territory, supported by bullish indicators and meme coin sector rotation.
Forecast
MOODENG is likely to retrace toward $0.060–$0.075 as early buyers take profit. RSI divergence suggests weakening momentum. A higher low in this zone may confirm a macro uptrend, targeting $0.163 and then $0.240. A drop below $0.051 would signal deeper correction risk.
Mog Coin (MOG)
Price Change (7D): +86.79% Current Price: $0.000051062
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MOG Coin surged thanks to the viral “mog/acc” movement embraced by Elon Musk and Garry Tan. This philosophy blends memes with accelerationism and is spreading fast across X. MOG gained attention from the Solana ecosystem, with projects updating their avatars to join the movement. The community even built bots and tools to support the trend. This has pushed MOG back from its 90% fall earlier this year, reclaiming relevance and attention.
Forecast
MOG appears to be nearing a local wave A top, with RSI close to 50 and a bullish MACD crossover likely. A short-term pullback to $0.00000045 is possible before it resumes toward $0.00000172. A breakout above $0.00000092 would confirm the trend reversal.
Peanut the Squirrel (PNUT)
Price Change (7D): +82.14% Current Price: $0.3268
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PNUT’s return has been driven by renewed social media hype around its meme origins, emotional backstory, and prior political memes linking it to Trump. Volume surged, and the coin bounced from a low of ~$0.175 to retest $0.35. Its Solana base and exchange exposure have made it the standout among many failed PNUT clones. Community-driven hype and speculation about a potential $5 target are re-igniting interest.
Forecast
PNUT’s RSI at 48 and a MACD bullish crossover suggest a push toward $0.40. If broken, the path to $1.00 opens up. A rejection at resistance could bring price back to test the $0.30 support. Long-term bullish if $0.30–$0.32 holds.
Kaito (KAITO)
Price Change (7D): +79.92% Current Price: $1.51
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KAITO spiked following the launch of its Yapper leaderboard with Huma Finance and ongoing “Earn and Drop” campaigns. The token saw its trading volume explode 340% in a day, and over 2M KAITO tokens were withdrawn from exchanges. A bullish breakout above key resistance was further confirmed by Dune Analytics data showing $71M distributed across the ecosystem and over 200K active yappers.
Forecast
KAITO broke out from a descending resistance and is now targeting $1.40–$1.80. RSI is above 50 and Aroon Up is at 97%, indicating bullish strength. Watch for a pullback to $1.20 before continuation. Failure to hold $1.10 would invalidate the setup.
Pepe (PEPE)
Price Change (7D): +53.26% Current Price: $0.00001289
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PEPE rocketed 30% in 24 hours after whales bought 2T tokens and derivatives markets saw a short squeeze. The coin overtook Dogecoin in daily volume, and broke out of a descending wedge formation. Whale interest and rising open interest above $430M suggest strong speculative momentum, making PEPE the most traded memecoin globally this week.
Forecast
PEPE’s breakout projects a target of $0.00003 short term. RSI confirms bullish shift and a clean daily close supports momentum. If $0.000016 is broken, further upside is likely. However, consolidation at $0.000009–$0.000010 may occur first.
Dogwifhat (WIF)
Price Change (7D): +44.72% Current Price: $0.8548
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WIF surged 133% over the past month, breaking out from long consolidation. Whale accumulation and Open Interest rise from $120M to $270M confirm conviction. Traders now target the $1.00 resistance, with Bollinger Bands expanding and RSI nearing 78. Volume doubled to $900M, and social metrics continue rising as WIF sees growing user adoption and long-term holding.
Forecast
Wave 5 of a larger impulse appears underway. Target zones include $0.87, $0.965, and $1.08. RSI suggests overbought, but trend remains intact above $0.70. A clean break above $1.00 could push price toward $1.50 within the next two weeks.
Ethereum (ETH)
Price Change (7D): +31.36% Current Price: $2,405.92
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ETH surged following its Pectra upgrade, which enhances staking, introduces smart accounts, and scales Layer-2 interactions. The network burned 38,000 ETH and increased gas limits by 66%. Institutional confidence is growing as Ethereum’s ETF discussions gain traction, and over $32M in grants have been issued to developers. Daily active deployment remains strong at 257K smart contracts.
Forecast
ETH shows a bullish setup post-upgrade. RSI sits comfortably in the 60–65 zone, MACD is positive, and price trades above the 50-day EMA. $2,550 is the next resistance. If broken, ETH may test $2,800. Support lies near $2,200.
Solana (SOL)
Price Change (7D): +15.03% Current Price: $170.30
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Solana’s institutional momentum is building with Canada and Brazil launching SOL-based ETFs and futures. The Agave v2.2 upgrade boosted network speed by 20%, while major security improvements and tokenized equity adoption have made Solana a favorite among institutions. Pump.fun’s scam issue prompted ecosystem-wide reform initiatives.
Forecast
SOL remains in bullish territory, holding above $165. RSI is steady near 62. If it breaks $175, next resistance is $185. MACD momentum is positive, though volume has slightly declined. A pullback to $160 is possible before another breakout.
XRP (XRP)
Price Change (7D): +8.82% Current Price: $2.39
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XRP is gaining institutional traction post-SEC settlement, with Ripple confirming XRP is not a security for retail sales. A $50M deal with LDA Capital is powering blockchain-based pharmacy payments across 6,000 U.S. locations. Ripple's acquisition of Hidden Road and ETF approval rumors are accelerating adoption. Regulatory clarity has boosted investor confidence, positioning XRP as a serious contender in both finance and healthcare infrastructure.
Forecast
XRP is consolidating just under $2.40. A daily close above $2.45 could open up $2.80–$3.00 as short-term targets. RSI is nearing 60, and MACD remains slightly bullish. Support sits at $2.10. Watch for volume confirmation before chasing breakouts.
Bitcoin (BTC)
Price Change (7D): +7.86% Current Price: $103,666.62
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BTC smashed past $100K again, driven by US-UK deal, $40B in ETF inflows and rising state-level Bitcoin reserves in the U.S. BlackRock’s holdings now exceed 614K BTC. Coinbase also launched of 24/7 BTC futures added retail/institutional synergy. Bitcoin has surpassed Amazon in market cap, reinforcing its status as a macroeconomic hedge and primary risk-on asset in global finance. US also adopted Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset while New Hampshire and Arizona has developed Strategic Bitcoin Reserves which reflects the unanimous support for integrating bitcoin into state-level and national-level financial frameworks.
Forecast
BTC is in price discovery above $100K. RSI around 72 suggests potential cooling, but MACD remains bullish. If $105K breaks with conviction, $112K–$115K becomes the next magnet. On retrace, $98K and $95K are key support zones.
Closing Thoughts
The past week has been a proving ground for altcoins, with memecoins like MOODENG, MOG, WIF, and PNUT grabbing headlines and wallet activity. However, this isn't just about meme hype—utility-based projects like KAITO and XRP are showing that serious adoption stories are drawing capital too. The split is clear: community-driven tokens are driving high volume and attention, but fundamentals-focused coins are catching up with credible catalysts.
Sectors seeing the most traction include Solana’s memecoin ecosystem, Ethereum-based cultural coins, and Layer-1 narratives with real-world tie-ins (XRP’s pharmacy integration, ETH’s Pectra upgrade). With the Altcoin Season Index on a consistent upward trend and Bitcoin dominance plateauing, this may be the early innings of a sustained altcoin push. Momentum is building—and it’s coming from both sides of the spectrum: memes and utility.