A growing number of analysts are pointing to early August 2025 as a potential turning point for the altcoin market. This speculation is backed by historical data showing striking symmetry in previous bull cycles. Recently, well-known crypto enthusiast JackTheRippler (@RippleXrpie) joined the discussion, sharing a chart that has reignited excitement across the crypto community.
On social media platform X, JackTheRippler posted a chart that tracks total altcoin market capitalization over the past decade, highlighting three crucial dates: August 1, 2017, August 1, 2021, and the upcoming August 1, 2025. Historical data shows that after each of these dates, the market saw major rallies, with returns of 120x and 150x, respectively. This time, the projection suggests a potential 175x surge from the current market base.
This analysis aligns with broader market expectations for an imminent “alt season” – a period when altcoins outperform Bitcoin. JackTheRippler’s model is based on recurring four-year cycles, and the current cycle is just beginning.
The chart also highlights the pattern of compressed price action before each major breakout – a recurring theme in past cycles. Another analyst recently pointed out a bearish pattern on the Bitcoin Dominance chart and suggested that a drop below 65% could trigger a powerful altcoin rally.
XRP – The Shining Star of the Next Alt Season?
Although JackTheRippler’s chart covers the overall altcoin market, he singled out XRP as a standout. According to him, XRP is on the brink of an “epic bull run.” The asset recently hit a new all-time high of $3.65 before dipping below $3 on August 1 – the same date identified as the start of the new altcoin cycle.
However, JackTheRippler assured the community that this dip is not a cause for concern. Instead, it could be a “golden opportunity” for accumulation. XRP is currently trading at around $3.07, and a 175% increase from this level would push the token to approximately $8.44.
One XRP supporter even urged others to treat the dip as a rare buying window before the market enters what’s expected to be a breakout Q4. “This is the best time to accumulate,” they said. “Once the rally starts, there may not be another chance.”
