Google Searches for “Alt Season” Decline Amid Ethereum Price Fluctuations
Recent Google Trends data indicates a significant drop in U.S. searches for the term "alt season," suggesting diminishing interest among retail investors. The term peaked at 100 from July 20-26, 2025.
Key Points
- August saw Ethereum reach $4,788.55, nearing its all-time high of $4,891.
- XRP rose to $3.642 following the conclusion of the Ripple-SEC lawsuit.
- BNB achieved an all-time high of $868.67 and maintained its growth trajectory.
- Macroeconomic factors, particularly uncertainty regarding interest rates, have negatively impacted investor confidence.
- A selloff occurred across the altcoin market as coins lost their earlier gains.
- Corporate interest in altcoins is rising, with institutional investors targeting Ethereum.
- BitMine aims to acquire up to 5% of total Ethereum supply, holding over $6.6 billion in assets.
- Other altcoins like XRP, Litecoin, BNB, and Dogecoin are attracting institutional capital.
- Approval of spot ETFs for altcoins may trigger renewed interest in the alt season.