Late 2018: nobody wanted alts

Mid 2022: nobody wanted alts

May 2026: nobody wants alts

See the pattern?

Every 4 years, alts get absolutely nuked and sentiment hits rock bottom. That's when the real opportunities form.

We're in the capitulation phase right now. Most retail has rotated out, VCs are underwater, and liquidity is drying up.

But here's the thing—this is exactly where the next cycle's 50-100x gems are born.

If you're not building your watchlist now, you'll be chasing pumps in 2027.

The meta hasn't changed. Only the players who understand timing win.