Michaël van de Poppe, the founder of MN Trading and a market analyst, declared Saturday on X that the digital asset market is about to experience an rare surge. Referencing a historic market period, van de Poppe advised patience for investors already positioned, stating, “Crypto is on the verge of the biggest rally ever. Think of it as if it’s 1997. If you’re positioned in the markets, you are a winner. The only job you have is to remain patient.” The post was made at 10:01:38 UTC on October 17, 2026.
Van de Poppe's comments arrive as altcoins have recently seen jumps, with Bitcoin holding above the $82,000 mark. The Crypto Fear & Greed Index currently sits at 55, indicating a sentiment of Greed among market participants. Recent Gokhshtein coverage has also noted analyst Ki Young Ju suggesting a Bitcoin floor near $30,000, while another report mentioned Phong Le's view that MSCI Bitcoin ruling is “immaterial” to price.
Van de Poppe's perspective suggests that current market positioning is key, implying that investors who have already entered the market stand to benefit significantly from the anticipated rally. His comparison to 1997 evokes a period of immense growth, signaling his belief in a significant phase for digital assets. Investors might interpret this as a signal to maintain their current holdings and avoid short-term trading based on daily fluctuations.
