Here's why IOTA [MIOTA] seems to be defying the odds in a market crash

Waking up and checking the crypto market stats this morning must have been like stepping into a crime scene for many. Yet, the market is what it is and investors can do naught but stare at their red portfolios in dismay, wondering when the bears will be gone for good.

Timeline of Iota

Alts are not having an easy time of it recently, as market fear and macro events prompt traders to look at Bitcoin [BTC], Ethereum [ETH], and other big coins as they search out stability and security. However, that doesn't mean projects outside the top 10 list are losing out on the action.

Disclaimer: The findings of the following analysis are the sole opinions of the writer and should not be considered investment advice. Bitcoin saw a bounce from the $37.5k level, and at press time was attempting to push past the $39k mark.