Many investors have suffered losses in altcoins, and often the more they lose, the more they lose. The problem is not with the coin itself, but with the underlying operational logic — high return promises, enticing interest bait, all of which ultimately become tools to drain retail investors' principal.

You may be optimistic about the growth curve, but what does the issuer of the coin care about? Essentially, it's how much is in your wallet. This asymmetrical game relationship determines the fate of most latecomers. Projects that promise doubling or double-digit monthly interest rates often carry the highest risk.

The market is not short of compelling stories; what is lacking is truly reliable fundamental support. Before deciding to invest any funds, ask yourself one question: if this project no longer appreciates, does it still have value? If the answer is no, then you should be cautious.