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Altcoin Slump

Definition

An altcoin slump refers to a significant decline in the market value of alternative cryptocurrencies. This market condition typically involves a widespread decrease in prices across various digital assets other than Bitcoin. Factors such as macroeconomic shifts, regulatory announcements, or a shift in capital preference towards Bitcoin or stablecoins often precipitate such downturns. An altcoin slump indicates reduced investor confidence and trading activity within the broader crypto asset class.