Bitcoin or altcoins? Here’s how volatility is shaping your trading decisions – BitRss

• Bitcoin’s price movements in March 2025 have been more stable, compared to altcoins
• Divergence is a sign of Bitcoin’s maturity as a stable asset, while altcoins face greater speculative pressure

In March 2025, altcoins like Cardano [ADA ($0.72)], Solana [SOL ($124.31)], and XRP ($2.23) saw a sharp spike in realized volatility, with ADA hitting a record 150%, and SOL and XRP surpassing 100%. 

Meanwhile, Bitcoin [BTC ($83,261.00)] also saw significant volatility, but it remained relatively subdued at 50% – Well below its historical highs.

Realized volatility reflects price variation over a set period. The hike in ADA, SOL, and XRP volatility is a sign of larger price swings, while Bitcoin’s volatility has remained relatively stable. 

Altcoins as high-risk speculation

Compared to Bitcoin, altcoins are more susceptible to speculative trading, often…