Arthur Hayes Warns Most Altcoins Could Collapse Over Time
Speaking at Conference 2026, Arthur Hayes said he believes around 99% of altcoins may eventually fall to zero. He compared the shakeout to the constant turnover seen in the S&P 500, where many companies fade out and are replaced over time. Hayes added that—even if most altcoins disappear—it wouldn’t mean crypto is “over.” Instead, he framed it as a natural cycle where only a small number of projects survive long-term.
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Speaking at Conference 2026, Arthur Hayes said he believes around 99% of altcoins may eventually fall to zero. He compared the shakeout to the constant turnover seen in the S&P 500, where many companies fade out and are replaced over time. Hayes added that—even if most altcoins disappear—it wouldn’t mean crypto is “over.” Instead, he framed it as a natural cycle where only a small number of projects survive long-term.
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