2026-01-08 05:26:02

Last night, the crypto market experienced intense volatility. Ethereum saw a sharp correction in the afternoon, with the $3200 level instantly becoming the focal point of the bulls and bears' confrontation. Every price fluctuation was amplifying the market's tense atmosphere. However, the turmoil on the surface is not the biggest hidden danger. The real risk comes from the "policy bomb" hanging overhead — the significant decision by relevant US authorities on tariff policies this Friday. Market analysts point out that this could very well be the trigger that breaks the current pattern.

There are lessons from history. Changes in tariff policies have previously triggered a 6% plunge in Ethereum, with $262 million worth of long contracts liquidated within 24 hours, causing a chain reaction that swept through the entire market. The severity of that incident still leaves many traders with vivid memories.

The impact of this turmoil has already permeated the entire ecosystem. DeFi protocol trading volume plummeted by 20% in half a day. Liquidity mining pools have gone from bustling to quiet. Users are hurriedly adjusting their positions, as if trying to avoid something. Most assets are experiencing significant fluctuations following Ethereum, and the market is filled with a sense of panic.

However, some interesting phenomena have also emerged amid this turbulence. Certain projects within the ecosystem have demonstrated noticeable stability, with prices remaining relatively unchanged and liquidity maintained normally, becoming relatively reassuring choices for users during volatile times. This resilience in the current market environment is particularly prominent — when most assets are experiencing intense fluctuations, maintaining stable operation itself is a form of competitiveness.

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WalletDetective

· 01-09 01:36

Here we go again, we have to hold the 3200 level, or else when that policy bomb drops on Friday, we're really doomed.

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MetaEggplant

· 01-09 00:11

Here come the policy bombs again. I wonder who still dares to hold heavy positions. Really? The last wave hasn't even fully recovered. If 3200 can't hold, it might break through directly... I'm optimistic about those anti-dip projects; this is when character shows. It's safer to reduce positions before Friday; policies are unpredictable. I saw the DeFi trading volume plummet long ago; everyone is piling into stablecoins. Will history repeat itself? I bet it will. Does anyone know which projects are truly resilient? Please advise. Contract liquidations hit 262 million, just hearing that number makes me uncomfortable. Stable operation? Surviving in this market is already a win. Wait, are these stable projects also on the brink of collapse... I just want to know if I can still buy the dip before this Friday.

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MerkleMaid

· 01-08 05:55

Here it comes again, this so-called policy bomb—are the explanations always so mysterious? Is the 3200 level really that sacred? I'm genuinely a bit anxious about the decision this Friday. Last time, the tariff wave caused a 260 million liquidation. Looking at the market now, it feels a bit tense. By the way, which projects are those that withstand pressure? Can someone point them out? It seems choosing coins now is even harder than choosing stocks. DeFi trading volume has plummeted by 20%, liquidity mining has really entered winter. But your point about stability and competitiveness is quite interesting. Surviving in a bear market is already a win. I just want to know if Friday will really be a mess or if I should start trimming positions now. It looks like everyone is betting on how that hand on Friday will play out. Truly exciting.

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LightningClicker

· 01-08 05:51

3200 is about to be broken again, the tariff bomb hasn't dropped yet and the mentality is already shattered. Here comes another round of chopping the leeks script, where's the promised stablecoin? Those resilient projects are really tough, need to keep an eye on them. The truth is undeniable, history is repeating itself, brothers. When policies come from all directions, there's no need to hard resist, better to step aside. Still, it depends on Friday's mood, can't afford to gamble. 260 million liquidation, just thinking about it is scary, this time I need to be more careful.

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ContractBugHunter

· 01-08 05:50

Is this wave coming again? Hurry up and reduce your positions; history always repeats itself. The tariff bomb situation is really tense. Will 3200 break or not, everyone? DeFi trading volume has dropped by 20%, let's see who still dares to take over. Only projects that can stay stable are truly valuable.

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NeverPresent

· 01-08 05:41

Here's the translation to en-US: --- Here we go again, policy bombs every time, and the market gets scared like it's about to collapse. But those projects that can withstand pressure are the ones really worth paying attention to. --- If the $3,200 defense line doesn't hold, we need to be careful next Friday. Still haven't forgotten the $260 million liquidation last time. --- It's true that DeFi trading volume has plummeted 20%, things are really falling apart. This panic sentiment is a bit over the top. --- Honestly, can tariff policy actually manipulate prices? Feels like the market is just looking for an excuse to dump. --- Those stable projects really do hold up under pressure, but in this kind of environment, who can say they won't get caught in the crossfire? --- It's always the same script—mention the risks first then the opportunities. How low does it actually need to go? --- Liquidity mining has really quieted down, retail investors are genuinely scared. Meanwhile, those whale holders are still quietly accumulating chips on the low.

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ChainProspector

· 01-08 05:32

The 3200 level really can't hold up, once the policy bomb drops, everything's over --- 2.62 billion liquidation? I was also involved in that last wave, still haven't recovered --- DeFi trading volume plummeted by 20%, will my liquidity mining rewards shrink? --- The tariff decision will be announced this Friday, feeling a bit anxious, everyone --- By the way, are there any stable projects in this recent decline? Please share the list, looking to buy the dip --- These few days waiting for policy results feel even more unbearable than the market itself --- Projects with strong stability are really worth paying attention to, at least no need to watch the charts all the time --- Chain reactions won't save anything once they start, I'm just waiting for a black swan event now --- Nothing can really hold up in the face of a big drop, it's all just fleeting --- Those resilient projects are indeed interesting, next time I choose a track, I need to consider this factor

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NotGonnaMakeIt

· 01-08 05:31

3200 has broken below, right? Time to cut losses again haha Another policy bomb, will it really crush everyone this time? Which projects are resilient? Now that I know, is it still possible to buy the dip? 1.62 billion liquidation, it hurts just looking at it. Is this my future? Is DeFi this quiet? I need to go for a walk quickly Luckily, I didn't have a full position, or I’d be spitting blood now Who knows what will happen on Friday, everyone stop talking, I need to hide Are there any reliable safe-haven assets? Help The term "cliff-like correction" is so handy, I hear it every week Name some projects with strong stability, don’t keep me in suspense

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