If you've been following the markets lately, you probably felt the impact of the recent liquidity crunch. After the incredible highs of 2025, when Bitcoin touched $126,000, we've seen a significant retracement back toward the $80,000 - $90,000 level. |
To the newcomer, this looks like a disaster. |
To the seasoned investor, it is a necessary period of cooling off before the next growth cycle. |
I've always believed that your capital should work for you, not against you. In a market this volatile, you can't afford to be reactive. You need a long-term plan based on data, not fear. |
The Macro View - A Mature Market |
The 2026 market isn't failing. It's becoming more institutional. Much of this volatility comes from the global economy adjusting to the massive regulatory shifts and ETF inflows we saw last year. We are no longer in the era of speculation. We are in the era of adoption. |
I started reading a book I previously read, but the trader came out with an updated edition of his book, "The Crypto Trader". |
Technical analyst Glen Goodman notes that this isn't a structural collapse. According to his analysis on The Crypto Trader, the macro bull trend remains intact as long as Bitcoin stays above key support levels. He advises that instead of just buying every dip, investors should wait for clear signals of stability. |
Goodman notes in his market framework: |
| ❝ | | | "The technology is revolutionary, but the markets behave just like they always have. Fear and greed drive prices to extremes, creating opportunities for disciplined traders." |
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Strategy 1 - The Flight to Quality |
When the market gets choppy, the altcoin casino becomes a risk most investors shouldn't take. With millions of new tokens launched on networks like Solana and Base, the vast majority have zero long-term utility. |
I recommend a focused approach. Keep the majority of your crypto holdings in Blue Chips like Bitcoin and Ethereum. These are the assets being added to corporate balance sheets and pension funds. Use only a small fraction of your portfolio for high-potential utility plays in sectors like AI-compute or Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization. |
Strategy 2 - Follow the Balance Sheets |
The most successful investors in 2026 are watching corporate treasuries, not social media influencers. Strategy Inc. continues to lead the way, now holding over 700,000 BTC. |
According to BitcoinTreasuries.net, public companies now hold over 1 million BTC combined. When the largest financial entities in the world are holding for the long term, it gives you a clear indication of where the smart money is staying. |
Strategy 3 - Identify the Red Flags |
As Bitcoin becomes more mainstream, the number of sophisticated scams increases. Platforms like Crypfield have been identified as fraudulent operations. Real investing doesn't involve secret Telegram groups or paying fees to strangers to unlock your profits. |
Stick to regulated platforms like Coinbase or Kraken. These companies are now acting as the primary custodians for the world's largest ETFs, offering a level of security that didn't exist five years ago. |
The Bottom Line |
Wealth isn't created by luck. It's created by resilience. |
Protect Your Gains - Use stop-losses to ensure a correction doesn't wipe out your yearly profit. |
Think Long-Term - If you believe in the future of blockchain, stop obsessing over the hourly charts. |
Diversify - Don't put everything into one asset class. Your health and your traditional savings are just as important as your digital ones. |
Your capital is your tool for freedom. Use it wisely, and don't let a temporary dip distract you from your ultimate goals. |
This video features Glen Goodman explaining his core philosophy on identifying market cycles and avoiding the emotional traps that often catch retail investors during large market corrections. |
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 | Crypto Trader: How anyone can make money trading Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies - 2nd Edition |
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