I am thrilled to share my journey with you! It has been an honor to witness and be a part of the tremendous development in the cryptocurrency market. My eight years of experience in the crypto space has given me valuable insights and expertise that I am delighted to share with others.
In early 2015, I got to know about bitcoin when the value of bitcoin (BTC) fluctuated between approximately $200 to $500 USD. The price of bitcoin started the year around $313 USD and ended the year at around $430 USD.
In 2015, blockchain technology was still in its early stages of development and adoption, the potential of blockchain technology beyond cryptocurrency was not yet widely recognized.
At that time, most blockchain projects were focused on building decentralized financial applications, such as payment processing, escrow services and remittances. The idea of using blockchain technology for other industries and use cases was still in its infancy.
As part of the advantages of being early, I made lot of money as a merchant doing what is known as Over-the-counter (OTC) trading, this involves direct trades between two parties without the use of an exchange. OTC trading was particularly popular in the early days of cryptocurrency, when liquidity was low and exchange options were limited. OTC trading allows for larger trades and greater privacy, but it can also carry higher risks and fees.
Also make money as an escrow, when I created a WhatsApp group where I provided a way for buyers and sellers to trade safely and securely without having to trust each other, while I charge a fee for my eacrow service. In many occasions I also onboard new users to know more about bitcoin and its accompanying investment opportunities. At the long run, the use of escrow services in cryptocurrency transactions was becoming more popular, particularly in peer-to-peer transactions. This was partly due to the rise of decentralized exchanges (DEXs), which allowed users to trade cryptocurrencies directly with each other without the need for intermediaries.
Its quite a great memory to behold, knowing that the cryptocurrency market has evolved significantly since 2015, with new methods of trading and investment opportunities emerging over time. While spot trading remains the most common method of trading, the rise of decentralized exchanges, derivatives trading, NFTs, and DeFi have all contributed to a more diverse and complex cryptocurrency market.
For Instance;
1. Early days (2015-2016): In the early days of cryptocurrency, trading was mainly done through centralized exchanges. Spot trading was the most common method, and OTC trading was also popular for larger trades.
2. ICO boom (2017): The Initial Coin Offering (ICO) boom of 2017 saw many new cryptocurrencies emerge, and many of these projects raised funds through ICOs. ICOs allowed investors to buy tokens that represented a stake in the project before it was launched, with the hope of making a profit when the project was successful.
3. Decentralized exchanges (2017-2018): Decentralized exchanges (DEXs) emerged in 2017-2018, offering a new way to trade cryptocurrencies without relying on centralized exchanges. DEXs allow users to trade cryptocurrencies directly with each other using smart contracts.
4. Bear market (2018-2019): The cryptocurrency market experienced a significant downturn in 2018-2019, with many cryptocurrencies losing value. During this time, trading volume decreased, and many exchanges shut down due to lack of profitability.
5. Derivatives and institutional trading (2019-2021): In recent years, derivatives trading has become increasingly popular, with options and futures trading available on many exchanges. Institutional trading has also grown, with more institutional investors entering the cryptocurrency market.
6. NFTs and DeFi (2021-present): The rise of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and DeFi (decentralized finance) in 2021 has created new opportunities for trading and investing in cryptocurrency. NFTs allow for the ownership and trading of unique digital assets, while DeFi allows for decentralized lending, borrowing, and trading of cryptocurrencies and other assets.
However, there were a few notable blockchain projects that emerged in 2015. For example, Ethereum, a blockchain platform that allowed developers to build decentralized applications, launched its first version in July 2015. Other blockchain projects, such as Ripple and Hyperledger, also gained attention for their potential to revolutionize various industries.
And since then till date there are some notable cryptocurrency projects that have emerged, Some are;
Bitcoin Cash (2017-present): Bitcoin Cash is a cryptocurrency that was created as a result of a hard fork from the original Bitcoin blockchain in 2017. Bitcoin Cash was created to address some of the scalability issues of Bitcoin and has larger block sizes, which allows for faster transaction times.
Polkadot (2020-present): Polkadot is a multi-chain platform that allows for interoperability between different blockchain networks. Polkadot was created by Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood and launched in 2020.
Solana (2017-present): Solana is a high-performance blockchain platform that uses a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. Solana aims to provide faster transaction times and lower fees than other blockchain platforms and has gained popularity in the DeFi space.
Cardano (2017-present): Cardano is a decentralized blockchain platform that uses a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism. Cardano was created by a team of academics and aims to provide a more secure and sustainable blockchain platform.
Binance is a cryptocurrency exchange that was founded in 2017. It was founded by Changpeng Zhao, who had previously worked for several other cryptocurrency exchanges. Binance quickly gained popularity due to its user-friendly interface, low fees, and extensive selection of cryptocurrencies. Within just a few months of launching, Binance became one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges in the world by trading volume. Since then, Binance has continued to grow and expand, adding new features and services such as margin trading, futures trading, and staking. Today, Binance is one of the most popular cryptocurrency exchanges and has a significant influence on the cryptocurrency market.
Additionally, it's worth noting that there are so many other blockchain projects and protocols in use today. Each protocol has its own strengths and weaknesses, and is designed to meet specific needs and use cases within the blockchain ecosystem.
While Some have their own dedicated ecosystem, others are built on top of existing ecosystems ranging from Layer1, layers 2 and Layer 3.
Examples are; Polygon, Theta, Algorand, EOS, Cosmos, Avalanche, Uniswap, chainlink, Arbitrum, Sui etc.
This is not an exhaustive list, and there are many other crypto ecosystems out there.
In Conclusion,
It's quite a great privilege that my experience and consistency as brought me thus far to becoming a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) and content creator on Binance feed, the best CEX platform in the world, and I have had the incredible opportunity to engage with the vibrant community of crypto enthusiasts and share my knowledge with them. The journey has been both challenging and rewarding, as I work tirelessly to #keepbuilding and support Binance in its quest for the adoption of crypto and blockchain technology at large.
It is an exciting time to be in the cryptocurrency market, and I am thrilled to be part of a community that is constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries. I cannot wait to see what the future holds as we continue to advance this fascinating industry!
A-Z Guide to Navigate the crypto/NFT Space as a Pro
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the amount of Crypto and NFT terminology being thrown around in the crypto space? Fear not! Here's a comprehensive A-Z guide to help you navigate the world of NFTs like a pro.
A is for "Probably nothing". This term is used ironically to suggest that something is actually important. For example, "That new NFT collection just hit No.1 in trading volume on OpenSea. Probably nothing."
P is for "Pumping". This term refers to the rapid increase in price or value of a token or digital asset.
D is for "DOXXED". When the identity of an NFT team member, developer, or creator is public, known, or verifiable, they are considered "DOXXED".
R is for "RUGPULL". This term is used to describe a scam where the team behind a seemingly legitimate NFT project disappears with all the money raised immediately after launch, leaving buyers with worthless NFTs or tokens.
Rekt, slang for "wrecked", is a term commonly used in the online gaming community to describe someone or something that has been totally destroyed. In the crypto space, getting "rekt" often means experiencing severe financial loss due to bad investment decisions.
Right Click Save As is an ironic expression used by non-believers in NFTs who believe that digital artwork can be easily attained on the internet through right-clicking and saving an image.
S is for "Snipe", which refers to getting a great deal, such as quickly buying an undervalued NFT before someone else, or before the floor price rises.
WAGMI stands for "We're all going to make it", a phrase that expresses optimism about the future of NFTs and cryptocurrency.
Wen is a silly misspelling that's used ironically by NFT and crypto communities, often in the context of "Wen moon?", which loosely translates to "When will the price of this asset rise exponentially?"
YOLO, an acronym for "You only live once", expresses the idea that one should enjoy the present moment without worrying about the future or consequences.
Others are;
GVO: Good Vibes Only
WAGMI: We Are Going To Make It
NGMI: Not Going To Make It
LFG: Let's F*ing Go!
️WL: White List
️GM/GN: Good Morning/Night
️DM/PM/DC: Direct Message/Private Message/Discord
️ AMA: Ask me anything
PFP: Profile Picture
FUD: Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt
IRL: In Real Life
DYOR: Do Your Own Research
IYKYK: If You Know, You Know
️LG: Let's Go
️DW: Don’t Worry
️GZ: Congratulation
OG: Outstanding guy / Original Gangster
SZN: Season
FOMO: The Fear of Missing Out
GMI: Gonna Make it
TBH: To be honest
️TBA: To be announced
FOMO: Fear of missing out
️YOLO: You only live once
️NFA: Not Financial Advice
IDK: I don’t know
Airdrop : A new NFT or tokens dropped into your wallet for free.
Degen : Degenerate. People who do not research and take high risks.
Alpha : Information that the rest of the market has not found about it yet.
Delist : Cancel the listing of an NFT for sale.
DYOR : Do your own research.
AMA : Ask me anything.
Dev : Developers. People behind a project.
Flip : Buy NFTs at low prices and sell them quickly for profit.
Ape in : Rush into buying an NFT.
Diamond hands : People who holds their NFTs long-term.
Floor price (FP) : The lowest price which you can buy an NFT.
Blue chip : A project that will retain high value well into the future.
Dox : People who publicly reveal their identity.
Floor sweeping : The action of buying a large number of the cheapest NFTs listed to raises the floor price.
FOMO : Fear of missing out. People who rush into buying.
P2E : Play to earn games.
FUD : Fear. Uncertainty and doubt.
Mint : Buy a completely new NFT from the creator.
Paper hands : People who panic sell.
Gas fee : The fee needed to make a transaction on a blockchain.
OG : People who support a project since the beginning
$IOTX has broken above an important resistance level and also moved out of its downward channel. That looks strong at first glance. But if you look at the bigger picture, the overall market trend is still bearish. So this breakout might not mean the trend has changed, it could just be a temporary move before price drops again.
Because of that, short selling cld still be a good and higher probability option, especially if the price struggles to stay above the breakout level.
The key thing is not to rush in. Wait and see if the breakout holds or fails before making a decision. #Write2Earn! #IOTX
It powers the future of robots on blockchain with the @Fabric Foundation . This means robots can have their own wallets, digital identity and take part in the economy. $ROBO is not just a normal token. It helps robots send payments, stake and be part of a decentralized system.
Introducing $ROBO, Powering the Future of the Robot Economy
The @Fabric Foundation protocol is building a system that helps robots safely and openly work with blockchain technology. Their goal is to connect Web3 to the real world through robots. $ROBO is not just another token. It is the main token that powers the entire Fabric ecosystem. It helps robots have on-chain identity, make payments, verify tasks and even participate in governance. Developers can build with it and users can stake it to support the network. Think about this for a moment, Imagine robots having their own wallets. Imagine them paying for services automatically. Imagine machines working together with humans in a transparent and decentralized system.
That’s exactly what Fabric protocol is building. $ROBO is already trading on exchanges and the community is growing fast. As #AI and robotics continue to expand, projects like this are creating the foundation for how machines and humans will interact economically. If you believe in the future of AI, blockchain, and real world utility, then #FabricFoundation a project worth watching. The robot economy is coming and $ROBO is building the bridge.
#MIRA Network is building the trust layer for #AI by verifying outputs through decentralized consensus. Instead of just generating answers, MIRA ensures they’re validated and reliable.
With a hybrid PoW and PoS model rewarding honest verification, $MIRA powers transparent and auditable intelligence at scale.
Building Trust in Artificial Intelligence. How $MIRA Network Is Changing the Game
Artificial Intelligence is growing very fast. Today, AI can write articles, create images, answer questions and even help doctors and businesses make decisions. But there is one big problem, #AI is not always reliable. Sometimes it gives wrong answers. Sometimes it makes up information. This is called hallucination and it can be dangerous, especially in areas like healthcare, finance or law. The future of AI is not just about being smart. It is about being trustworthy. And this is where #MIRA Network comes in. #mira Network is building a system that helps verify AI results before people rely on them. Instead of simply accepting what one AI model says, MIRA turns each AI output into clear, checkable claims. These claims are then reviewed by multiple independent verifiers in a decentralized network. The final answer is only accepted when there is agreement or consensus among them. This means the output is not just generated, it is verified. This approach makes AI much more reliable. It reduces errors and increases accountability. In the future, AI systems may be able to work on their own without constant human supervision because their answers will already be validated by multiple models working together. #Mira also uses a hybrid system that combines Proof of Work and Proof of Stake. This economic model rewards honest participants who verify information correctly and penalizes dishonest behavior. In simple terms, the system encourages truth and discourages cheating. This helps maintain quality and integrity across the network. Why does this matter? Because AI is becoming part of our daily lives. From medical diagnosis to financial decisions and legal processes, we need AI systems we can trust. $MIRA Network is building the foundation for that future, a world where AI does not just think but proves that it is right. For developers, blockchain supporters, and anyone excited about future technology, MIRA is a project worth watching. Trustworthy AI is not just a dream, it is being built today. @mira_network
On the weekly chart, Bitcoin’s candles have started shrinking after that strong impulsive move downward. That slowdown isn’t bullish yet, it simply shows the market is cooling off after heavy selling. Price is still under pressure since losing the $72K market structure level, which was a key support. Now that level has flipped into major resistance. The structure is clearly bearish for now, with #Bitcoin printing lower highs and struggling to regain strength. Momentum hasn’t shifted, it’s just consolidating under resistance. I think this kind of small weekly candle formation after a sharp drop often signals indecision not reversal. Bulls need to reclaim and hold above $72K to change the narrative. Until that happens, rallies should be treated cautiously, more like relief bounces than confirmed trend reversals.
Right now, patience matters more than prediction. Major support sits around the $60K–$59K zone. If that area fails, we could see deeper downside. But if buyers step in aggressively there, it could become a strong reaction point.
$BNB has broken down from the triangle pattern, signaling a shift toward a more consolidation driven market. This means the price could swing sharply in either direction once a decisive breakout occurs. watch out for Key levels above $660 for a bullish expansion or below $570 for a bearish move.
Traders should treat a breakout beyond these levels as an early entry signal and position themselves accordingly, keeping in mind that volatility could accelerate after the breach. The triangle failure suggests indecision turning into potential momentum. Breakouts from consolidation zones often lead to rapid moves, so risk management is crucial, watch volume as a confirmation of the move’s strength. #BNB #Binance
#Bitcoin is forming a small flag pattern and has tried to break upward. Right now, price looks more likely to move higher toward the $71,250 - $72,150 area if buyers stay strong. But we’re still in a sideways market overall. That means price may not move too fast or too far until we see a strong breakout with good volume.
Sideways markets can give false signals. If the breakout holds, we move higher slowly. If it fails, price may drop back into the range again.
So, For now, be patient and wait for a clear move before taking big positions. $BTC #BTC
Price reached a strong resistance area but got rejected on the first try. That’s normal, big levels usually don’t break immediately.
Now the important level to watch is $0.10. If DUSK closes strongly above $0.10, that could confirm strength from buyers and give a good opportunity to open long positions.
Don’t rush in early. Wait for a proper close above $0.10. Let the market confirm the move before entering.
#RENDER has been moving sideways for a while, but the structure is starting to look like a classic bear flag and we’re already seeing signs of a breakdown attempt.
If price decisively breaks the key support level we highlighted, that would confirm bearish continuation. At that point, short positions become valid, with a projected downside move of at least 15–20%.
why? Sideways ranges after a drop often act as continuation patterns not reversals. A bear flag tells you sellers are resting not gone. But here’s the thing, Don’t anticipate the breakdown. Wait for confirmation. A clean support break with volume is what gives the setup real probability.
If support holds, the structure invalidates. If it breaks then momentum expands.
#Bitcoin has finally broken out of its recent range and not to the upside.
With the breakdown confirmed, price is now trending lower and likely targeting previous lows. If bearish momentum continues, we could see a move toward the $61,000 key zone and potentially sweep liquidity below it to print a new lower low.
This kind of breakdown usually isn’t random. Range breaks often lead to expansion phases and right now, that expansion favors the bears.
However, the $61K area is significant. It’s a psychological level and likely a liquidity pocket. If price taps that zone aggressively, we should watch closely for either, A strong bounce as liquidity grab and reversal OR continuation if sellers remain dominant
The key now isn’t to panic, it’s patience. Let the market show confirmation before positioning aggressively.
Bitcoin at 16, The Symbol That Changed Money Forever
Today marks 16 years since the unveiling of the iconic Bitcoin logo a simple orange circle with a bold ₿ that would go on to represent a financial revolution.
When the logo first appeared, Bitcoin wasn’t a global asset. It wasn’t on major exchanges. It wasn’t discussed by governments or institutions. It was just an idea shared quietly by someone using the name Satoshi Nakamoto.
That small symbol represented something powerful, money without borders, control or middlemen.
Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin first introduced the concept in a 2008 whitepaper. The goal was simple but groundbreaking, solve the double spending problem and create a peer2peer digital cash system that didn’t rely on banks.
From 2009 to 2010, Satoshi worked with early developers to bring Bitcoin to life. Then, just like that, they stepped away. The last known message said they had moved on to other things.
And that was it.
No interviews. No public appearances. No confirmed identity.
Sixteen years later, the logo still stands. The creator remains unknown. But the idea? It’s unstoppable.
#Bitcoin has grown from a niche experiment discussed on small forums to a global financial asset recognized by institutions, corporations and even governments. What started as code is now part of economic history.
The orange ₿ is no longer just a logo. It represents decentralization. It represents financial freedom. It represents innovation born from crisis.
And maybe the most powerful part of the story is that Bitcoin survived without its creator. That’s decentralization in its purest form.
Happy 16th anniversary to the symbol that sparked a movement. $BTC #BTC
#Bitcoin kicked off the week on a softer note, and the real momentum will likely show once the U.S. session opens. If #BTC price loses the $65,000 support with conviction, that could open the door for deeper downside as liquidity hunts and stop-loss cascades kick in. So, this level is definitely one to watch closely. $BTC
Block times under 40 milliseconds, near real-time speed and zoned consensus, it’s designed for fast execution and lower latency which is something actually needed by serious traders.
If the next wave of DeFi is performance driven, #fogo could be one of the chains to watch.
Infrastructure is where early alpha lives. don't Fade.@Fogo Official
few years ago, anytime we tried to execute a fast trade on-chain during peak hours Gas will be high, there will be Network congestion. And by the time the transaction is confirmed, price had already moved. Then the Opportunity is also gone. Slippage eaten. One of the lesson those time thought me clearly was that, DeFi is powerful but speed matters. In traditional markets, high frequency traders win by milliseconds. On most blockchains? You’re waiting seconds. Sometimes longer. And as a trader, seconds can feel like forever in trading. That’s why $FOGO caught my attention. #Fogo was built for speed from the ground up. It runs on a custom, high performance validator system based on Firedancer, an engine designed to process transactions extremely fast and efficiently. What does that mean in simple terms? Blocks can be produced in under 40 milliseconds. That’s almost real-time. For Big traders, it means when you place a swap, open a perp position or move size in DeFi, your order is more likely to execute fast with less delay and less slippage. The difference between a good entry and a missed one can literally be milliseconds. But here’s the part I found really interesting. $FOGO uses something called zoned (multi-local) consensus. Instead of every validator around the world handling every transaction, the network groups validators by region. So when traffic is high, the closest group processes the transactions first. Less distance, Less delay and with Faster confirmation. It’s like upgrading from regular internet to fiber, same world, different speed. For builders and serious traders, this changes the game. It brings DeFi closer to the performance of traditional finance, while still staying open and decentralized. From someone who has lost trades to slow confirmations before, Speed isn’t a luxury in DeFi, It’s survival. And #fogo is clearly building with that reality in mind. #FogoChain @fogo
$VANRY, The Infrastructure Play You Can't Sleep On
In crypto, narratives move fast. One month it’s memes, Next month it’s AI, then gaming and then RWAs. But the real winners are usually not the loudest tokens. They’re the infrastructure behind the movement.That’s where $VANRY comes in. #vanar isn’t trying to be just another Layer 1 shouting about TPS. It’s positioning itself as a blockchain built for real-world use cases, especially in gaming, AI integration, entertainment and digital assets. And that matters. Because the next wave of Web3 growth won’t come from speculation alone. It will come from products people actually use.
@Vanarchain is focuses on; - Fast and efficient transactions - Low fees for scalable applications - Developer-friendly tools - Real integration with gaming and digital experiences Think about where the world is heading. AI is becoming part of daily life, Gaming economies are getting bigger than some countries, Digital ownership is no longer a theory, it’s really happening. For these systems to work smoothly, they need infrastructure that is reliable, fast and scalable. That’s the quiet value of $VANRY . It’s not just about price action, It’s about positioning. For instance, If AI agents transact on-chain, If games use blockchain for assets, If brands tokenize digital experiences, They will need a chain built for performance and usability. And when infrastructure becomes necessary, value follows. $VANRY might not always be the loudest in the room, But sometimes, the quiet builders end up owning the future. Ask yourself , Are you looking at narratives....... Or are you looking at foundations?
Most blockchains talk about high throughput, big TPS numbers. But $FOGO focuses on something more important. real speed, also called low latency.
When too many people use a blockchain at the same time, it slows down. This is part the simple problem i#fogo solves. Traders don’t just care about big numbers., they care about how fast their transactions are confirmed. By Fast confirmation, I means; - Less slippage - Better trade entriy - Orders confirmed before the price moves $FOGO is a Layer-1 blockchain that uses the Solana Virtual Machine (SVM). It is fully compatible with Solana apps, wallets and tools. That means developers and traders can move their existing apps to Fogo without rewriting everything. What really makes #fogo different is how it reduces latency. Instead of spreading validators randomly around the world, #FogoChain groups them into regions using a zoned system. This reduces the distance data needs to travel. Less distance means less delay. And less delay means faster and more reliable transactions. Leave that for #fogo