Bitcoin (BTC) $105,453 still sits at the helm of the market, but its dominance is waning. The Altcoin Season Index hovering at the 25 level suggests that the phase of preparation for a major rally continues. Analyst Michael van de Poppe reminds investors that prudent investors accumulate during these calm periods. In a recent podcast, he shared five altcoins that promise strong foundations and high return potential at an institutional scale. The analyst mentions an “early but advantageous” phase for the new altcoin season expected to arrive in June.
Two Key Picks for the Upcoming Altcoin Season
Among Poppe’s picks, two “blue chip” altcoins stand out in the market. The first is Chainlink $16 ( LINK ), known as the main bridge connecting blockchain networks to real-world data. Essential for institutional tokenization projects and decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystems, this oracle network hovers near its all-time lows against Bitcoin. Poppe predicts that in scenarios where institutional players delve deeper into the crypto market , LINK coin will be rediscovered and its price will make a strong rebound.
Altcoin Chainlink The second major name highlighted by the analyst is Aave (AAVE). This decentralized lending protocol not only offers on-chain loans but is also in preparations for integration with traditional financial institutions. Poppe argues that Aave is set to play the role of a “crypto-to-traditional finance gateway,” especially due to yield products developed with banks and potential regulatory interest.
According to Poppe, for those seeking relatively low-risk yet steady growth, these two altcoins form the backbone of the portfolio.
High Profit Potential in Low-Volume Altcoins
For those seeking a higher risk-reward ratio, Poppe recommends three low-volume altcoins. Leading the list is Wormhole (W), which already serves giants like BlackRock and Apollo in its inter-blockchain asset transfer infrastructure. As the global trend towards the tokenization of real assets accelerates, the positive divergence seen in the weekly chart indicates a gradual accumulation phase.
The analyst’s second choice is Peaq (PEAQ), aiming to create machine-centric economies by blending the internet of things, artificial intelligence, and blockchain in one pot. Interest is growing as more than fifty companies start testing the system. According to Poppe, there is an “up to 10x” gain possibility for investors taking an early position in this altcoin.
The third low-volume altcoin noted by Poppe is Alkimi (ADS). This project, offering a Web3 payment model based on advertising revenue, has grown its revenue from $1.2 million to $5 million despite macroeconomic pressures and reached a scale of 10 million transactions per day. Supported directly by Poppe’s fund, MN Capital, ADS offers investors a “discounted entry” opportunity with its recent price drop.
