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The Flippening
A hypothetical event in crypto where Ethereum's market capitalization surpasses Bitcoin's, signaling a shift in dominance within the cryptocurrency market. The term reflects the ongoing competition between the two largest crypto assets.
Example
“During the 2021 DeFi boom, Ethereum's market cap closed the gap with Bitcoin's, reigniting speculation about whether the flippening would finally occur.”