2025 has been the most fulfilling year since I started crypto trading. From Bitcoin continuously hitting new all-time highs at the beginning of the year, to various altcoins taking turns mid-year, and then to institutional big moves at the end of the year, the market's volatility exceeded expectations.

My deepest insight can be summarized in one sentence: risk management is the only rule to survive. It sounds simple, but it's difficult to implement. This year, I forced myself to set a rule — every trade must have a stop-loss, and I take profits decisively when targets are hit. This single rule helped me avoid several major drawdowns.

Strategically, I combined spot and futures trading. For example, mid-year, Bitcoin surged from 80,000 to over 100,000. Based on my spot holdings, I added some leverage to futures, and that move turned out to be quite profitable.

Another key discovery is that on-chain data is really useful. When the Federal Reserve shifted policies and liquidity started flowing into the market, I preemptively increased my ETH and SOL positions. The subsequent gains proved that my decision was correct.

Looking ahead to 2026, I will continue holding core assets but also explore some emerging sectors to diversify risk. Choosing the right exchange is also very important — a stable platform with low fees and fast execution can save a lot of trouble, allowing me to focus on true strategies.

I've gained many lessons and insights over the year. The biggest realization is that this market has no guaranteed profits, but good risk control habits can truly help you survive longer.