To be honest, the vast majority of altcoins are really not suitable for long-term holding.

Some people might argue: Doesn’t that mean shorting them long-term is a guaranteed win? In theory, it’s highly likely that these coins will eventually go to zero. That’s true, but the market never plays by the rules. Some altcoins will suddenly have a dead cat bounce—maybe big money takes an interest, manipulates the price, and squeezes out the shorts.

What’s even scarier is the time distortion: some coins can keep dropping for three to five years, but a rebound in just a week or two can erase all those losses. This kind of short squeeze can really break people, pushing you to the point where you’re too scared to keep holding your short position.

So my view is very clear—altcoins are only suitable for short-term trading. In a bear market, you can try shorting them at the highs, but you have to be cautious when the overall market strengthens. If your short entry isn’t ideal, don’t hesitate—cut your losses quickly. The market won’t change direction because of your stubbornness; surviving is the only way you’ll get another chance to win.