How to Use BTC.D for Altcoin Trading: A Practical Guide

What is BTC.D and why should it be taken seriously?

BTC.D ( Bitcoin Dominance ) — is the share of Bitcoin's market capitalization in the total capitalization of the entire crypto market. Simply put, when BTC.D rises, investors move money from altcoins into BTC or cash. When BTC.D falls — capital flows into altseason.

How to read BTC.D signals

When BTC.D sharply goes up:

• There is uncertainty in the market, FUD is spreading.
• Investors are closing positions in altcoins and moving to BTC or USD
• Usually accompanied by a market decline or sideways trend

When BTC.D falls or stabilizes:

• Capital is fleeing from Bitcoin to altcoins
• This is the period when ETH, SOL, BNB and other altcoins can “take off” stronger than BTC.
• This is often a signal for the start of the alt season.

Practical strategy based on BTC.D

Hold BTC:

• When BTC.D rises sharply (the market is in panic)
• Before key events: Halving, ETF approval, major announcements

Entering altcoins:

• When BTC.D decreases or is in consolidation
• When you see the accumulation of strong altcoins ($BNB, $ETH) against the backdrop of BTC stagnation.

Hold cash (USDT/USD):

• Combo: BTC.D sharply up + the market is falling deeply (sign of capitulation)
• When the trend is unclear — wait for the (bottom) for a smart entry

Important Warnings

⚠️ BTC.D is just one of the tools. Combine it with volume analysis and news.

⚠️ Don't FOMO into altcoins when BTC.D is rising sharply — this is often a trap for beginners.

⚠️ Monitor the positions of large players through the chain (on-chain) before making a move.

Current Indicators:

• BTCDOMUSDT: 44.56 (+0.20%)
• $BTC: 95,123.74 (-0.88%)
• $PAXG: 4,046.94 (-1.29%)

Trade according to the market rhythm, not emotions! 🚀