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Why Old Coins Are Waking Up: Key Drivers Behind the Revival of Legacy Tokens

Why Old Coins Are Waking Up: Key Drivers Behind the Revival of Legacy Tokens

Be In Cryptoby Be In Crypto
3 December 2024
The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a resurgence of older altcoins like Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Stellar (XLM), Polkadot (DOT), and Cosmos (ATOM). These legacy tokens, which survived multiple market cycles, are outperforming many newer altcoins despite being overshadowed in recent years by the rise of meme coins and novel narratives like AI and DeFi. This phenomenon is not random….

The cryptocurrency market is witnessing a resurgence of older altcoins like Ripple (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Stellar (XLM), Polkadot (DOT), and Cosmos (ATOM). These legacy tokens, which survived multiple market cycles, are outperforming many newer altcoins despite being overshadowed in recent years by the rise of meme coins and novel narratives like AI and DeFi.

This phenomenon is not random. Three critical factors are key drivers: high circulation rates, the return of experienced investors, and a generational shift in the demographic makeup of crypto participants.

High Circulation Rates Offer Stability

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Older altcoins typically have a higher percentage of their total supply in circulation. This means they are less impacted by inflation compared to newer tokens that regularly release new supply through staking rewards or emissions.

“As circulating supplies increase, it takes more capital to sustain or grow token prices. Holding assets with aggressive inflation schedules means you’re fighting an uphill battle, even in a bull market,” Web3 researcher Stacy Muur explained.

For example, newer altcoins like Arbitrum (ARB) and Sei (SEI) struggle with diluted token values. Meanwhile, established coins with stabilized supply dynamics are proving more appealing to investors seeking predictable returns. This structural advantage becomes particularly evident during bull markets when fresh capital flows in.

Old Coins Performance
Old Coins Performance. Source: TradingView
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Old Investors Are Returning

The return of retail investors, especially those with prior exposure to crypto, is another key driver of the old coins’ resurgence. These investors, typically in the 25–45 age range, often gravitate toward assets they are familiar with from previous cycles.

“You may not like the old coins meta, but surely tokens that survived multiple cycles & are listed on every major exchange are more appealing to the average new joiner than the latest pumpfun that will zero in 12 hours,” Awawat, a trader and angel investor at APG Capital, noted.

This sentiment is reflected in the broad-based nature of the pump in older coins. Unlike past bull runs, where speculative assets like meme coins dominated, this cycle sees more risk-averse behavior. Returning investors appear to prioritize reliability and reputation over high-risk, short-term gains.

“The market is max bidding older coins from past cycles. Why? They are the first ones people find when they Google crypto. They’re established names,” Crypto Nova, a well-known analyst, remarked.

Gen X and Gen Y Lead the Charge

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The generational shift in the crypto market cannot be overlooked. While Gen Z often engages with crypto through TikTok hype and meme-driven projects, their limited capital restricts significant market impact. On the other hand, Gen X and Gen Y emerge as the dominant demographics shaping market trends. They tend to have more disposable income and financial experience.

According to Stacy Muur, these generations are more likely to rely on platforms like CoinMarketCap to identify potential investments. They favor well-known tokens with historical credibility over speculative projects. This shift in generational behavior has crucial implications:

  1. Familiarity Over Novelty: Older investors feel more comfortable with established projects. The tokens are perceived as safer bets in an often volatile market.
  2. Strategic Decisions: These generations are less influenced by social media-driven hype and instead focus on fundamentals like tokenomics and historical performance.

Nevertheless, the revival of older altcoins signals a maturity in the crypto market. As the sector grows, investors increasingly value projects with proven track records over untested newcomers. This trend also highlights the role of generational dynamics and macroeconomic factors, such as inflation, in shaping market behavior.

For investors in the current bull run, established coins with strong tokenomics and proper community support remain a cornerstone of sustainable portfolios. The resurgence of legacy tokens is a reminder that in crypto, longevity often trumps novelty.

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Lockridge Okoth is a journalist at BeInCrypto, focusing on prominent industry companies such as Coinbase, Binance, and Tether. He covers a wide range of topics, including regulatory developments in decentralized finance (DeFi), decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), real-world assets (RWA), GameFi, and cryptocurrencies. Previously, Lockridge conducted market analysis and technical assessments of digital assets, including Bitcoin and altcoins such as Arbitrum, Polkadot, and…

Lockridge Okoth is a journalist at BeInCrypto, focusing on prominent industry companies such as Coinbase, Binance, and Tether. He covers a wide range of topics, including regulatory developments in decentralized finance (DeFi), decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN), real-world assets (RWA), GameFi, and cryptocurrencies. Previously, Lockridge conducted market analysis and technical assessments of digital assets, including Bitcoin and altcoins such as Arbitrum, Polkadot, and…


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