2026-01-05 10:28:51

Many people look at the profit stories of projects like Lighter and start hunting for the next Perp DEX, or even specifically wait for early-stage projects. But honestly, the words "early stage" are often a trap in the crypto world.

Early projects mean token distribution is far off, and the real cost you pay—time—is the most expensive. Waiting here might mean the market enthusiasm has already shifted to other sectors. By the time the project finally TGE, you might find that the entire narrative has changed. So instead of blindly chasing Perp DEX or any early-stage project, it's better to understand the market cycle and then get on board. Sometimes, entering a bit later is more worthwhile than being stuck in the very early stages.

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GasDevourer

· 14h ago

The biggest scam in early projects is the time cost. I've seen through it long ago. --- Instead of waiting anxiously for TGE, it's better to wait until the narrative is clear before entering the market. --- People who made money with Lighter have already run away; those chasing the hot trends are always the bagholders. --- Entering late is actually more stable; in the very early stages, nine out of ten projects fail. --- Truth: The early crypto space = a time black hole. You're not losing money, you're losing youth. --- Understand the cycle before getting on board; this is my secret to making money. --- By the time the token TGE happens and the narrative has changed, projects that no one is talking about are still being held onto.

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liquiditea_sipper

· 23h ago

Really, the time cost of early-stage projects has been underestimated. Waiting for half a year and still not seeing the tokens, the hype is gone, now that's true loss.

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TideReceder

· 01-05 10:56

You are absolutely right. The opportunity cost has indeed been underestimated. Don't be fooled by stories like Lighter; in the very early stages, it's a black hole for time. When TGE happens, the narrative will completely change, and it'll be too late to regret. Sometimes, entering slowly can actually be more comfortable.

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MEVvictim

· 01-05 10:53

Really, early projects are just time black holes; by the time TGE narratives are gone, it's too late.

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PermabullPete

· 01-05 10:50

Really, the biggest scam in the very early stages is time cost. I also fell into this trap at the beginning.

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ConsensusDissenter

· 01-05 10:34

I was completely brainwashed by the Lighter yield story as a student, rushing to find the next one... Wait, the point about time cost is spot on. I was previously stuck in an early stage, watching the roadmap every day, and by the time TGE came around, I almost forgot what this project was called.

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WhaleInTraining

· 01-05 10:30

太真了，我之前就是这么被困的，白白耗了半年时间

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