Alternative
Explore alternative cryptocurrencies: diverse digital assets beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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$VORF · 3 days on top this week
Weakest this week: $VORF bottomed out at a 19 gem score
$VORF +67.2% this week
$AVOF +44% this week
A standout this week: $BALVI reached a gem score of 33
$BALVI +22.9% this week
3 tokens rose and 0 fell this week
Token | Price | 1d % ▲▼ | 1w % ▲▼ | 1m % ▲▼ | Market Cap ▲▼ | Volume 24h ▲▼ | Score ▲▼ | Category | Holders ▲▼ | Entropy ▲▼ | Mc/Rev ▲▼ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
American Virtual Oil FundAVOF | $0.05451 | -3.0% | -2.1% | 30.1% | $92,112 | $4.524 | 30.19 | 448 | 0.3528 | – | |
Balvi FundBALVI | $0.07653 | – | 0.0% | 29.5% | $6,557 | $0 | 29.15 | 323 | 0.4124 | – | |
Vanguard Oil Retirement FundVORF | $0.00001221 | – | 3.9% | -18.1% | $16,560 | $0 | 27.34 | 179 | 0.453 | – |
Frequently asked questions
How has Alternative performed recently?
The Alternative category shows a balanced breadth over both 7-day and 30-day windows, with four tokens trending up and four trending down in each period. BALVI has been a strong performer, leading with a 7-day streak and extending that to a 17-day streak over the 30-day window. BALVI also registered the highest score of 33.91 in the 7-day period and 35.81 over the 30-day period. HLSCOPE, in contrast, recorded the lowest score of 0.0 in both periods.
What are alternative cryptocurrencies?
Alternative cryptocurrencies, often called altcoins, are all cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin. They were created to serve different purposes or improve upon Bitcoin's original design.
How do alternative cryptocurrencies differ from Bitcoin?
Alternative cryptocurrencies can differ from Bitcoin in various ways, including their consensus mechanisms, transaction speeds, privacy features, smart contract capabilities, or target use cases. Some aim to be faster, more scalable, or offer unique functionalities.
What are some common types of alternative cryptocurrencies?
Common types of alternative cryptocurrencies include those focused on smart contracts (like Ethereum, though often grouped separately from general altcoins), privacy coins, utility tokens, stablecoins, and meme coins. Each type serves a specific niche or function within the broader crypto ecosystem.
What should I consider before investing in alternative cryptocurrencies?
Before investing in alternative cryptocurrencies, consider factors such as the project's whitepaper, its underlying technology, the development team's experience, community support, market capitalization, liquidity, and overall market trends. Due diligence is essential due to their often higher volatility.
Are all alternative cryptocurrencies built on their own blockchains?
No, not all alternative cryptocurrencies are built on their own independent blockchains. Many altcoins operate as tokens on existing blockchain platforms, such as Ethereum or BNB Chain, leveraging the security and infrastructure of those networks.