Bitcoin's grip on the market keeps strengthening—59% dominance marks a historic peak, a sign that the leading crypto continues to set the tone. Meanwhile, the altcoin space is bracing for impact. Over $650 million in token unlocks are queued up for January alone, which typically creates headwinds for alternative assets. Looking ahead to the first half of 2026, we're staring down a wave of concentrated project launches—most of them backed by capital raised during the previous boom cycle. This convergence of unlock pressure and fresh token dilution could reshape how investors think about timing and positioning in the upcoming months.