KEY TAKEAWAYS

• The global crypto market cap graph tracks the combined value of every cryptocurrency in circulation, currently sitting near $2.44 trillion.
• Bitcoin dominance, stablecoin share, and 24-hour trading volume are the three metrics that give the chart its actual meaning.
• Sharp market cap increases paired with flat Bitcoin dominance signal capital rotation into altcoins, a pattern known as alt season.
• CoinMarketCap and CoinGecko are the two primary platforms for accessing the chart, each applying different methodologies.
• Reading the market cap graph alongside the Fear and Greed Index and the Altcoin Season Index creates a more complete picture of market conditions.

The global crypto market cap graph is one of the most…