The cryptocurrency market is looking forward to a potential altcoin season, which might offer investors a chance to find promising tokens that might perform well in the next cycle.
With hundreds of altcoins available, some are already showing signs of long-term growth despite the current suppressed market sentiment.
To navigate this landscape, Finbold consulted OpenAI’s ChatGPT to identify three standout altcoins worth buying now and holding for the long term.
Chainlink (LINK)
ChatGPT acknowledged that Chainlink (LINK) is a key player in the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, with its Oracle network bringing real-world data to blockchains.
The AI model noted that LINK has long-term appeal due to its Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP), which allows secure communication between blockchains.
Additionally, Chainlink has formed important partnerships with tech giants like Google Cloud and financial institutions such as Swift, strengthening its position as a vital Web3 infrastructure.
Meanwhile, as the U.S. moves toward crypto regulation, Chainlink’s CEO, Sergey Nazarov, mentioned the possible effects of the newly passed GENIUS Act, a stablecoin regulatory framework.
He believes this legislation could increase stablecoin issuance, boosting demand for Chainlink’s proof-of-reserve and cross-chain solutions.
By press time, LINK was trading at $12.50, down over 4% in the past 24 hours and nearly 5% over the week.
Polygon (POL)
Polygon (POL) continues to lead in Ethereum (ETH) scaling, providing various tools, including its proof-of-stake (PoS) chain and the zero-knowledge-based zkEVM layer. ChatGPT noted that this status boosts the token’s long-term growth potential.
At the same time, the platform’s upgrade under Polygon 2.0, which seeks to unify multiple chains into a cohesive and interoperable ecosystem, is key for the possible price appreciation. The AI tool also suggested this could lead to even more widespread use.
As of press time, MATIC was trading at $0.18, declining 3.6% in the last 24 hours and 11% over the past week.
Cosmos (ATOM)
Cosmos (ATOM) completes the list as a project centered around interoperability. Its Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol allows different blockchains to share data and value, making it a key player in a multi-chain future.
ChatGPT pointed out the growing adoption by platforms like dYdX, demonstrating Cosmos’ real-world usefulness. Its modular structure attracts developers who want to create custom, application-specific chains.
At the time of reporting, ATOM was trading at $3.88, down 3.9% over the last 24 hours and nearly 5% for the week.
Currently, the three tokens are moving with the broader market, which is facing bearish pressure. However, their foundational technology shows potential for real-world use, which could draw significant investments over time.
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