The Santiment analytics team released a report tracking mentions of the term altseason paired with the DOGE/USD price. The firm pointed out that low interest in altcoins often precedes a pump, as whales start injecting capital.
The chart captures peaks in social volume at market tops, when hype around an altseason peaks. Conversely, during downturns like the current one, prices of memecoins and low-cap altcoins start to rise as large holders take action.
The data covers the period from late 2023 to February 2026, highlighting spikes in November and December 2025 followed by declines. The current mention rate sits near the bottom, which Santiment indicates correlates with an upward market reversal. Analysts clarified that hype does not always trigger an immediate surge, but low social volume significantly boosts the chances of a counter-trend.
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