2026-01-02 22:21:48

The crypto market is like a roller coaster, rising fiercely and falling dramatically, exciting enough to make adrenaline surge. But there is a long-underestimated approach that can significantly reduce the risk of getting caught off guard: bold assumptions, careful verification.

This way of thinking originally comes from the scientific field—propose a daring idea first, then rigorously verify it with actual data. Applying this to the crypto market is simply brilliant. Why? Because this circle is fundamentally a battlefield of information asymmetry. You see all kinds of voices flying around: Bitcoin will hit $150,000, Ethereum will break through $10,000… Listening to these can easily get you hyped up, and if you're not careful, FOMO will push you in, making you the bagholder at the top.

Is the 2026 halving cycle coming? Possibly, the probability of this hypothesis being true is high. But don’t rush to go all-in. What do the real money-makers do? They look at on-chain data.

This is the most honest part. Bitcoin active addresses, whale wallet movements, exchange balances, spot ETF net inflows—all are transparent, with no financial report embellishments or manipulation by interested parties. This is far more reliable than stock earnings reports (which come out quarterly and sometimes have surprises).

The tools are also accessible. Platforms like Glassnode, CryptoQuant, Dune Analytics have free versions that are enough. Spend a little time learning the basic logic, and you can understand the market on your own.

Here’s a real-world example. In early January this year, Bitcoin was steady at around $88,000. On-chain activity at this price level, changes in exchange balances, large holder accumulation/disposition actions—these data tell you many stories, much more reliable than just staring at candlestick charts and guessing.

So what’s the core? Don’t be swayed by public opinion; speak with data. First have an idea, then gather evidence, and finally make a decision. That’s the way to survive longer and earn more steadily in the crypto market.

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BlockchainNewbie

· 01-05 21:39

On-chain data indeed doesn't lie, but how many people truly understand it? Most are still just listening to stories. --- Those who go all-in during halving cycles are gamblers; only those who analyze the data are the real winners. --- Well said, but the problem is that most people simply don't have the patience to learn the Glassnode methodology. --- This logic is sound, but when it comes to execution, it's easy to lose composure—one big dip and you forget how to interpret the data. --- The phrase "being hijacked by public opinion" really hit home. I really don't want to live through days dominated by FOMO anymore. --- The transparency of on-chain data truly outperforms traditional finance, but information asymmetry is itself a barrier to making money. --- Is the free version of Dune enough? I looked at it and was totally confused; I still need to spend more time understanding it. --- Living longer and earning more steadily sounds like it's opposing my all-in style—haha. --- Reliability is reliable, but when the market is irrational, data can't really say much.

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TokenomicsDetective

· 01-05 20:45

Oh my, another article urging people to look at on-chain data, but it's quite right... I realize I'm just that kind of victim who gets hijacked by FOMO. --- It's not excessive to check Glassnode a couple of times before going all-in, right? That's true honest feedback. --- The 2026 halving cycle indeed has a high probability, but I thought the same last year... and I'm still kneeling on the floor now. --- On-chain data will never lie to you, but your greed will. --- What they said is correct, but the problem is most people simply don't have the patience to learn these tools—they just want to get rich quickly. --- Compared to listening to influencers boast, I trust more in the changes in exchange balances; at least they can't write marketing copy. --- But to be fair, no matter how honest the data is, it can't stop you from going all-in in a moment of impulsiveness. --- I've known this truth for a long time, but when it really comes to critical moments, we're still led by public opinion—human nature... --- Here's a question: do the free data on Dune actually get digested by big players in advance? --- This is the real thing to teach newcomers—don't just learn to read K-lines; learning to interpret on-chain data is the way to go.

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FarmHopper

· 01-05 16:51

Well said, data is the only truth, stories are too easily manipulated. --- All-in players are just losing money; on-chain data shows everyone is the same. --- But the problem is most people can't understand on-chain data at all, they still have to rely on luck. --- The free version of Glassnode is really enough, just the learning curve is a bit steep. --- The 2026 halving has been talked about to death, but in reality, it still depends on ETF flows. --- Don't FOMO and you'll win half the battle; I've heard this for three years and still can't change the habit. --- On-chain transparency beats stock financial reports hands down, there's no denying that. --- The question is, how can you tell when it's time to get off? Data isn't that absolute either. --- Whale wallet movements usually lead retail investors by two steps; understanding this means making money. --- A surge in active addresses does NOT necessarily mean prices will rise; many people get this logic wrong. --- Does the on-chain activity at the 88,000 level really indicate anything? Feels more like armchair analysis after the fact.

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TokenCreatorOP

· 01-02 22:51

That's right, but the problem is that most people don't have the patience to look at data; they prefer to hear stories to get on board. On-chain data is indeed transparent, but few can truly understand it. Rather than talking with data, it's more accurate to say that most people are still gambling. Whale traders never look at Glassnode; they only check the price increase rankings haha. I've been doing this for a long time, checking Dune daily, but I still often get cut by whales reversing positions. Data can only reduce risks; making big money still depends on luck and courage.

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StealthMoon

· 01-02 22:43

On-chain data indeed doesn't lie, but most people still prefer to hear stories rather than learn the tools. --- That's right, too many people say they look at data, but in reality, they just follow the trend and buy. --- Is the free version of platforms like Glassnode enough? To be honest, those who are truly making money have already paid for upgrades. --- 2026 halving cycle? I heard that at the beginning of the year, and I'm still waiting. --- Don't be manipulated by public opinion, it's laughable. This is more hypocritical in the crypto world than "not trading futures." --- On-chain transparency is correct, but just because data speaks doesn't mean everyone understands it. --- I've heard too many versions of the story at the 88000 level, and now no one knows what the next step will be.

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FloorPriceWatcher

· 01-02 22:40

That's right, but most people simply can't do it. When prices rise, they panic and go all-in recklessly. I also use on-chain data tools, but honestly, the learning curve for tools like Glassnode is indeed higher than expected, and only a few can truly understand them. Compared to the 2026 halving, it's actually more important now to watch what whales are doing, as that's the most direct signal.

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OldLeekMaster

· 01-02 22:40

On-chain data is indeed powerful, but speaking so idealistically still depends on execution. Many people look at Glassnode and still end up FOMOing into all-in bets. --- Honestly, I haven't delved deeply into whale wallet movements; it feels like another new topic I need to learn. --- 2026 halving? Let's wait and see first. It's a bit early to bet now; watch how the market performs this year. --- Looking at exchange balances is a good perspective; it's much healthier than obsessively watching the charts haha. --- You're right, but it's hard to do; managing emotions is the toughest part. --- Is the free version of Dune enough? Then what about the time I spent learning before? I just got completely confused. --- I have a lot of feelings about media manipulation; every time I hear a big influencer spouting nonsense, I rush in, only to become the bagholder on the eve of consensus. --- Can data be deceptive? Or is it just about how you interpret it? --- Honestly, this methodology isn't very friendly to beginners; you need some basic knowledge to understand it.

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BTCWaveRider

· 01-02 22:38

On-chain data is indeed accurate. But I find that most people around me don't look at it at all; they just focus on what the big V influencers in the crypto circle are saying. --- Checking on-chain balance changes before going all-in can definitely help avoid many pitfalls. It's just that too many people are too lazy to take the time. --- Honestly, I've been using this methodology for a long time, and now my enthusiasm for chasing hot topics has cooled down. --- The problem is that most people can't tell the difference between assumptions and delusions. As long as it sounds exciting, they go all-in anyway. --- Glassnode is indeed useful, but truly understanding it requires effort. Most people just download the app and then delete it. --- The 2026 halving? That's too far away. I'm more concerned about the current net outflows from exchanges. --- To be honest, this is the real moat. Very few people know about it, and the market still has a lot of naive money.

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UnluckyMiner

· 01-02 22:37

Well said, but I just want to ask—why are so few people who truly understand on-chain data still losing money? Those who go all-in every day are full of confidence, but in the end, they miss out just the same. I don't believe you. The free version of Glassnode is indeed sufficient, but understanding the data and making money are two different things. That's how I analyzed the 88,000 wave, but what happened? I still got caught. Data is honest, but the whales also look at data. Their movements are also staged. It sounds just like last year's analysis by big V influencers, seems no different.

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