Altcoins surge broadly as Bitcoin holds steady around $84,000

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Altcoins posted widespread gains as Bitcoin consolidated near the $84,000 level. Quant was the standout performer, surging 39% within a 24-hour period. A total of 93 out of 100 assets tracked in the CoinDesk 100 index recorded positive movement. The altcoin season index climbed to its highest reading in over three months, signaling a broad shift in market momentum away from Bitcoin dominance.

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