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- Ignorance is the greatest risk.
- Greed is an important ingredient to succeed.
- Everyone has an agenda.
# Ignorance.
Ignorance in the cryptocurrency market can be devastating, leading to missed opportunities or the loss of life savings or even both. Unlike traditional assets, crypto is highly volatile and complex. While cryptocurrencies volatility in general can be seen as a blessing in disguise, lacking knowledge in this space can expose you to a range of risks, from market manipulation [Do Kwon, SBF; ring any bells?] to technological failures and scams.
### The Cost of Ignorance: Missed Opportunities.
The crypto market has seen incredible growth and volatility over the last five years, presenting unique investment windows that could have yielded significant returns for informed investors, contributors, day traders or holders like me.
* **Bitcoin (BTC):** In early 2020, Bitcoin was trading below $10,000. By late 2021, it had reached a new all-time high of over $68k. Anyone with even a dollar who understood the market cycles, halving events, and increasing institutional adoption would have recognized the bullish signals and capitalized on this impending bullrun. Ignorance would have led them to either dismiss it as a fad or be too scared to make a move, resulting to a missed opportunity.
* **Ethereum (ETH):** Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, saw a similar trajectory. In 2020, ETH was hovering around $130 to $140. Its price surged dramatically, hitting an all-time high of over $4,800 in late 2021. This was driven by the rise of decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) *[though it seems like everyone has forgotten about NFTs in big 2025, the big names in NFT like **bored ape** are still standing strong which is a testament to the relevance of how a properly themed NFT can stand the test of time]**, which are built on the Ethereum network. Sadly, many were ignorant of these developments and as a byproduct failed to recognize the immense potential of ETH till this day.
* **Binance Coin (BNB):** BNB, the native token of the Binance exchange, was valued at around $17 in early 2020. Though I wasn't a beneficiary, Binance [the Exchange] even did an event and gave away Bnb for free. By May 2021, it had skyrocketed to over $680 and currently trading above $800, **[not an investment advice, but we might see Bnb over $1k+ before the end of 2025]**. This growth was fueled by the popularity of the Binance Smart Chain and the utility of the BNB token within the Binance ecosystem. Without understanding the underlying technology and use cases of Bnb and the importance of a CEX like Binance [Still not a fan of CEX in general though], anyone that is uninformed would have been completely blind to this opportunity.
### The Cost of Ignorance: Losing Your Savings.
Beyond missed opportunities, ignorance can directly lead to the loss of your entire savings like I experienced at one time.
* **Falling for Scams:** The crypto space is rife with "pump-and-dump" schemes, rug pulls, and fraudulent projects. Uninformed investors, often swayed by social media hype and the fear of missing out (FOMO), may invest their savings in a project without doing any research (due diligence). They fail to check the team behind the project, the tokenomics, or the actual utility, only to watch the project builders disappear with their funds. How I manage my research into a project is by focusing on the utility and the Tokenomics of the project. Broadening the research scope can lead to more problems than solutions.
* **Emotional Trading:** The crypto market is notoriously volatile like I previously mentioned. Prices can swing wildly in a matter of hours. Some traders often make decisions based on emotion rather than a sound strategy. When the market dips, they panic-sell at a loss. When the market is surging, they buy at the peak, only to see the value plummet. This emotional, reactive behavior is a recipe for financial ruin.
* **Security Risks:** Many have lost their funds not from a bad investment, but from poor security practices. Ignorance of how to properly secure a wallet, protect private keys, and avoid phishing scams can result in losing all their holdings to bad actors and opportunist. Unlike traditional bank accounts, there is **no central authority to reverse a stolen crypto transaction.**
# Greed.
The conventional wisdom often portrays greed as a **negative force,** leading to reckless decisions and financial ruin. However, in the context of high-risk, high-reward markets like cryptocurrency, a certain kind of "greed" can be a crucial ingredient for success. This isn't about blind, impulsive avarice, but rather a calculated desire for exceptional gains that can drive anyone to make strategic, contrarian moves.
Billionaire Warren Buffett once said, "Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful." This statement perfectly encapsulates the kind of calculated greed that can lead to success in crypto and I have taken this advice to heart for my finances [I am still poor incase anyone was wondering]. When the market is in a state of "extreme fear," prices are low, and most people often **panick sell** thier otherwise valuable assets. A savvy investor, driven by a desire for significant returns, sees this as a prime opportunity.
Here's how this "greedy when others are fearful" mindset has played out with specific cryptocurrencies:
* **Polkadot (DOT):** During bear markets or periods of low sentiment, Polkadot's price can plummet alongside the rest of the market. An investor driven by "greed" would not be swayed by the overall market fear. Instead, they would research Polkadot's fundamental value—its multichain architecture, its development team, and its potential for interoperability in the Web3 space [Zetablockchain cross-chain interoperability comes to mind here]. Their "greed" for future gains would motivate them to acquire DOT at a discounted price, betting on its long-term success. When the market eventually recovers and Polkadot's technology gains more adoption, their is a big chance for their early investment to yield high returns.
* **Chainlink (LINK):** I have been a huge fan of Chainlink ever since I got to study it's underlying infrastructure/utility. Chainlink's value is tied to its role as a decentralized oracle network, providing real-world data to smart contracts. This utility is a core part of the crypto ecosystem. When the overall crypto market dips, many investors might sell off assets like LINK without understanding its critical function. The "greedy" investor, however, would recognize that Chainlink's value proposition remains intact regardless of **short-term market fluctuations.** They would use the price drop as an opportunity to accumulate more LINK at a lower cost, positioning themselves to profit as the network's adoption grows.
* **Uniswap (UNI):** As a leading decentralized exchange, Uniswap is a cornerstone of the DeFi (Decentralized Finance) movement. Its native token, UNI, experienced significant volatility. A greedy investor would not be deterred by a crash in the price of UNI. They would understand that the demand for decentralized trading and liquidity is a long-term trend. Their desire for outsized returns would prompt them to buy UNI when others are fearful, knowing that a recovery would be driven by the continued growth and usage of the Uniswap protocol.
* **XRP (Ripple):** XRP's price has been heavily influenced by its legal battles with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This ongoing uncertainty has caused major price swings and periods of extreme fear among investors. However, an investor with a calculated "greed" might view this as a unique opportunity. They would research the legal case, the utility of XRP in cross-border payments, and the potential for a favorable resolution. Their conviction, born from the desire for a massive payout, would lead them to invest when others are selling due to fear. If the legal case is resolved in Ripple's favor, such an investment could lead to extraordinary profits [which of course turned out to be the case].
In these examples, "greed" is not a reckless, emotion-driven force. It's the fuel for a contrarian, long-term investment strategy. It's the desire to go against the herd, to see that tiny glimpse of light in the dark, to buy when the market sentiment is at its worst, and to patiently wait for the inevitable recovery. This kind of calculated greed, combined with thorough research and a deep understanding of the underlying technology, is what separates those who make life-changing gains from those who are simply caught up in the **emotional swings of the market.**
# The Agenda.
Every actor in the cryptocurrency space, from developers and project founders to influencers and marketers, operates with **an agenda.** This is not inherently a negative thing, as an "agenda" can be a driving force for innovation and community building. However, it's crucial to understand these agendas, as they can also be a source of risk and misinformation.
### The Good and the Bad Agendas
An agenda is simply a plan or motive behind an action. In the crypto world, these agendas can be categorized as good or bad, often falling on a spectrum.
**Good Agendas:**
* **Innovation and Adoption:** Many developers and founders have the agenda of creating a new, decentralized technology that solves a real-world problem. Their agenda is to build a robust, secure, and useful network.
* **Education and Community Building:** Some influencers and content creators are genuinely **passionate about blockchain technology and have an agenda to educate the public.** They aim to demystify complex topics, share valuable insights, and foster a healthy, informed community.
* **Legitimate Marketing:** A project's marketing team has the agenda of increasing brand awareness and attracting users. When done ethically, this involves highlighting the project's unique features, roadmap, and use cases to a relevant audience like Zetachain is actively doing.
**Bad Agendas:**
* **Financial Exploitation:** This is the most dangerous type of agenda. It involves promoting a cryptocurrency with the sole purpose of inflating its price so the promoter can sell their holdings for a profit. This is often seen in **"pump-and-dump" schemes**.
* **Deception and Misinformation:** Some influencers and marketers may have an agenda to spread false or exaggerated information about a project to generate hype. They may conceal their paid promotions, leading their followers to believe they are giving an unbiased endorsement.
* **Reckless Speculation:** While not malicious, some agendas are simply careless. An influencer might promote a memecoin with no real utility, simply because it's a trend, while this is not wrong in a general sense as memecoins are often born from *viral trends*, unfortunately, giving a false promise of utility in the future can lead followers to invest in a highly volatile and risky memecoin based on hype rather than fundamentals.
### The Grim Situation with Influencers and Memecoins.
The rise of influencers and the proliferation of memecoins have created a particularly grim situation, where the lines between good and bad agendas are often blurred. Before anyone take a big swing at me for my mention of memecoins, I am a big fan of memecoins and currently contributing to the development of one I genuinely believe will change how **people see memecoins.**
* **Lack of Disclosure:** One of the most significant ethical issues is the failure of influencers to disclose paid partnerships. An influencer might post about a memecoin, creating the illusion that they are a true believer, when in reality they have been paid to promote it. This deceives their audience and can lead to significant financial losses.
* **"Moral" Endorsements with Malicious Intent:** In some cases, an influencer might claim they are "just having fun" or "betting on a long shot," framing their promotion of a memecoin **as a harmless gamble**. However, their real agenda is to generate enough hype to cause a price surge, allowing them to sell their position at the top before the price inevitably crashes. The grim reality is that their followers, who are often less experienced, are left holding the **worthless token.**
* **Marketing Over Substance:** The agendas of memecoin promoters are often centered on virality rather than utility. They understand that these coins succeed based on community hype and marketing, not on the underlying technology. This leads them to use manipulative tactics like creating fake social media buzz, launching coordinated marketing campaigns, and leveraging the fear of missing out (FOMO) to attract new investors.
In conclusion, while not every agenda is bad, every individual in the crypto space has one. One must become aware of these agendas and learn to differentiate between those who genuinely want to add value to the ecosystem and those who are simply looking to profit from the ignorance of others. The grim situation with influencers and memecoins serves as a critical warning: if you are investing based on someone else's recommendation, you need to first understand their agenda. If their agenda is simply to make a quick buck, then *their success will come at the expense of your own.*
If you took the time to read to this level, Thanks for reading, *everything here is based on personal experience and none is a financial advice.*

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