Cointelegraph Consulting: Gaming tokens usher in altcoin season
Gaming tokens are preceding an altcoin season with substantial rallies as the DeFi sector posts losses against Bitcoin. While Bitcoin remains in a cool-off period after thrusting to its all-time high in early November and the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector in an apparent dry spell, gaming tokens seem to have taken the spotlight as massive gains are seen across the industry. The Sandbox’ SAND captured headlines as it spearheaded the enthusiasm for gaming tokens, with over 340% gains in the past month. Another one is GALA, with a similar 300% rally in November. Such coins, including....
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