Yesterday's market was quite刺激. Whenever the Bank of Japan takes action, the entire crypto market becomes lively—LIGHT surged up to 70% in a day, various small coins take turns performing, and many people boast about their gains in groups. But the truth is, this kind of policy-driven surge is like a fireworks show: dazzling to watch but fading quickly. Hot money comes and goes, and in the end, it still depends on how much you keep in your pocket.
Experienced players who have gone through several cycles are now doing something that seems "not profitable"—converting unrealized gains into stablecoins to position themselves. This is not surrender; it's clarity. The crazier the market rises, the more you need to protect the profits you've earned. Projects in the stablecoin sector with real backing are the top choices for allocation at this time. Over-collateralization and reserve-backed mechanisms, which seem low-key, are actually the strongest shields during market shocks.
We all understand the temptation of altcoins—stories of overnight riches are always the most eye-catching. But the reality is, chasing these highly volatile assets is essentially gambling on liquidity. Once market sentiment recedes, the decline often outpaces the rise by ten times. On the other hand, projects that continue to build within the stablecoin ecosystem have a completely different value logic: as the market continues to rise, you can enjoy the benefits within the ecosystem; during market corrections, they become your "grain depot" for heavy positions. This kind of flexible allocation—both offensive and defensive—is the way to survive longer.
After this wave of rate hike sentiment dissipates, the market is likely to face divergence. Coins that surge by riding hot topics carry the greatest risk—once funds withdraw, the decline can be beyond imagination. Conversely, projects rooted in the stablecoin sector and continuously building their ecosystems tend to highlight their value amid volatility. Low-profile projects are often the long-term winners.
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AirdropChaser
· 3h ago
70% in one day, damn it, I couldn't keep up with the speed and got cut again.
Chasing highs is indeed a gamble on liquidity, this really hits home. Next time, I need to learn to take profits.
The stablecoin ecosystem has indeed been overlooked, but is there really someone making money quietly?
Old players are protecting their profits, while I’m still dreaming of getting rich overnight. The gap is huge.
Hot money comes and goes quickly, but where is my principal...
Damn, I have to relearn what risk management really means.
A tenfold drop is too heartbreaking; I’ve chased after quite a few projects like that.
The stablecoin track sounds boring, but does it really have a chance to last long?
All those screenshots in the group are probably fake, I don’t buy it.
The dream of getting rich overnight should wake up now; I’ll start saving stablecoins to try.
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TooScaredToSell
· 3h ago
Here we go again with the same old story... But to be fair, I didn't get in on the 70% surge that day, and looking back, it's not a big deal. I've been thinking about the stablecoin layout for a while, but I always feel like something's missing—like a bit of excitement, haha.
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When LIGHT was skyrocketing, my circle of friends was already buzzing, but I was hesitating whether to reduce my position... In the end, I didn't do anything. This article just said everything I was thinking, kind of awkward, haha.
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No doubt, what was said is correct, but executing it is too difficult. When I see others skyrocketing, I get itchy hands. It's hard to imagine actually swapping everything into stablecoins at a high point.
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The stablecoin ecosystem development is indeed low-key, but is the liquidity really enough? Or am I just a bit afraid of getting caught in a trap?
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Looking at the LIGHT wave, it was truly a fireworks show. Now I regret not exiting at the top. Next time, I will definitely hold onto my unrealized gains... (I've said this many times)
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I agree with the logic of attacking when possible and defending when necessary, but the psychological barrier is just too tough. Seeing others make money still makes my hands tremble.
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MemeEchoer
· 3h ago
A 70% increase looks great, but a drop is even better... It's truly a fireworks show, and once it dissipates, it's gone.
Yesterday's market was quite刺激. Whenever the Bank of Japan takes action, the entire crypto market becomes lively—LIGHT surged up to 70% in a day, various small coins take turns performing, and many people boast about their gains in groups. But the truth is, this kind of policy-driven surge is like a fireworks show: dazzling to watch but fading quickly. Hot money comes and goes, and in the end, it still depends on how much you keep in your pocket.
Experienced players who have gone through several cycles are now doing something that seems "not profitable"—converting unrealized gains into stablecoins to position themselves. This is not surrender; it's clarity. The crazier the market rises, the more you need to protect the profits you've earned. Projects in the stablecoin sector with real backing are the top choices for allocation at this time. Over-collateralization and reserve-backed mechanisms, which seem low-key, are actually the strongest shields during market shocks.
We all understand the temptation of altcoins—stories of overnight riches are always the most eye-catching. But the reality is, chasing these highly volatile assets is essentially gambling on liquidity. Once market sentiment recedes, the decline often outpaces the rise by ten times. On the other hand, projects that continue to build within the stablecoin ecosystem have a completely different value logic: as the market continues to rise, you can enjoy the benefits within the ecosystem; during market corrections, they become your "grain depot" for heavy positions. This kind of flexible allocation—both offensive and defensive—is the way to survive longer.
After this wave of rate hike sentiment dissipates, the market is likely to face divergence. Coins that surge by riding hot topics carry the greatest risk—once funds withdraw, the decline can be beyond imagination. Conversely, projects rooted in the stablecoin sector and continuously building their ecosystems tend to highlight their value amid volatility. Low-profile projects are often the long-term winners.