The translation of the heading is: "Crypto mice dance: Which coins will outperform Bitcoin this year.

While Bitcoin has risen by 45% year-over-year, outperforming almost all other leading cryptocurrencies, some altcoins exhibit an even more spectacular performance. Among the contenders surpassing the industry leader are meme-coins and AI-linked tokens. Some of these emerging digital currencies already show growth of over 100% for the year and, according to experts, could be on the brink of a major breakthrough by 2025. The world of meme-coins has evolved significantly since the early Dogecoin days. With thousands of such novelty currencies, investors might be left in awe. A particularly notable example is a cat-inspired meme-coin whose market capitalization now stands at one billion dollars, having gained an impressive 15,000% in value this year. Nevertheless, meme-coins carry risks: their price fluctuations are often as unpredictable as they are spectacular. Investing in these speculative financial products is akin to playing with fire—an impressive year-to-date appreciation can just as quickly plummet. Also in the fast lane are so-called AI crypto-tokens, capitalizing on the current wave of AI investment. These digital currencies are utilized within specialized blockchain networks for AI services and products. Notable representatives in this category include Bittensor and the Artificial Superintelligence Alliance, the former currently boasting an increase of over 160% in the past month. A newly emerged competitor for Ethereum in 2024 is the SUI coin, which has risen by 137%. The combination of new USDC integration and an exceptional blockchain upgrade that elevates its speed even beyond Solana's enhances its position significantly in the DeFi and gaming sectors. However, the critical question remains whether this striking development is merely short-term or can establish itself sustainably. Despite enticing prospects, many investors might choose to act more conservatively and rely on established entities like Bitcoin.