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Bitcoin last ATH was around $126K around Q3/Q4 last year and even though we are currently far down from that level and sitting around $69K+ per $BTC I cannot help but wonder what the next ATH will be when we finally hit the bottom and start rebounding back. This article is based on pure research and compilation from different respectable analyst predictions and my own voice. This is not a financial advice at all (NFA).
So when analyzing Bitcoin (BTC) for its next all-time high (ATH), it is important to look at the hard data from the last few months. As of February 14, 2026, the market is moving away from retail-driven hype and toward a structured, institutional phase.
The Current Price Landscape
Earlier this month, on February 6, the price touched a low of $60K before starting a slow recovery. This represents a 45% drop from the October peak, which reputable analysts note is a normal "mid-cycle" correction historically seen in 2016 and 2020.

During the crash, the market hit "Extreme Fear" levels. Historically, when fear is this high and prices are at a local low, it has often signaled an accumulation phase rather than a total market crash.
Institutional "Dip Buying"
Many short-term traders sold their holdings during the recent dip but data shows that major companies and funds have been doing the opposite.

MicroStrategy (now rebranded as Strategy Inc.) remains the largest corporate holder. Between February 2 and February 8, 2026, they have purchased another 1,142 BTC. Bringing their total to 714,644 BTC, with an average purchase price of roughly $76,052 per coin.
Metaplanet, a major firm in Japan, also continued its aggressive accumulation throughout late 2025, now holding over 1,100 BTC. Additionally, in a report I read, it says that while retail volume was lower, institutional clients were actively "buying the dip" during the January price drop.
Also Bitcoin Spot ETFs, such as BlackRock's IBIT, now manage over $190 billion in assets. Even with the price drop from $120k to $90k in late 2025, these funds saw consistent net inflows, showing that professional investors are looking at the long-term.
Now coming to Country-Level Adoption, nations are increasingly treating Bitcoin as a strategic reserve asset.
1. The United States holds approximately 200,000 BTC, mostly from seizures, with active legislative discussions about forming an official federal reserve for the asset.
2. Bhutan also has quietly become a major player, holding over 13,000 BTC (roughly $900 million) accumulated through state-run mining operations.
3. El Salvador continues its policy of buying 1 BTC every day, currently holding over 5,900 BTC.

Analyst Predictions for the Next ATH
From my research reputable financial institutions have updated their targets for 2026. These predictions are are solely based on "Realized Price" (the average price all BTC was last bought at) and supply-demand models.
1. Bernstein analysts recently issued a note on February 9, 2026, stating that the "bear case" (the argument for a crash) is the weakest it has ever been. They predict Bitcoin will rally to a new ATH of $150,000 before the end of 2026.
2. Standard Chartered also expects a target of $150,000 for 2026. While they previously had higher "moonshot" targets, they adjusted their forecast to reflect a slower, more sustainable pace of institutional ETF buying.
3. Fundstrat remains one of the more optimistic voices, suggesting that a supply squeeze could push the price toward $200,000 by late 2026 or early 2027, especially if global interest rates continue to fall.
In conclusion technical data from CryptoQuant shows the "Realized Price" floor is near $55,000 - $60,000 and bitcoin has historically bounced strongly whenever it nears this average cost basis. Also the 2024 halving continues to limit new supply, while companies and ETFs now control nearly 7-8% of all Bitcoin in existence.
Clearly there is a strong consensus among analysts that the next ATH will sit between $120,000 and $180,000 once the current consolidation phase ends. In my own opinion, I think not that high as 180K but we should see upto 160K all things being equal.
What is your own prediction of the next $BTC ATH, let me know in the comments.
#BTC #ATH

While $BTC has been very very choppy recently, a lot of alts are still dead and folks are still in stable waiting for more big retail and institutional rotation, recent economic data and chart patterns suggest Bitcoin is gearing up for a "relief rally", a temporary price jump during a larger downward trend.
Data from the past 30 days
From a recent insight by Coingecko, public companies sold a total of 10,402 $BTC in the past 30 days but the plot twist is over three times that amount was accumulated in the past 30 days. This shows there is still a lot of buying going and bulls are trying very hard to see BTC back up. This shows conviction and confidence

With the above data and a few indicators I will point out below, a potential move toward the $72,000–$74,000 range is very very likely. Few of the indicators are
1. CPI (Consumer Price Index): A report that measures inflation. The recent report showed 2.4%, which was lower ("cooler") than the 2.5% experts expected. When inflation is lower than expected, it often makes investors more willing to buy "risky" assets like Bitcoin.
2. H1 S/R Flip: "H1" refers to the 1-hour chart. "S/R" stands for Support and Resistance. A "flip" happens when a price level that used to act as a ceiling (resistance) now acts as a floor (support).
3. Liquidity/Premium Zones: Think of these as "magnets" on the chart. Liquidity zones are price areas where many traders have placed their automatic sell orders or "stop losses." Large traders often drive the price into these zones to fill their own orders.
4. Open Interest (OI): This is the total number of active "betting" contracts (futures/leverage) in the market.
Why watch this? If the price goes up but OI goes down, it means people aren't just gambling with borrowed money; they are actually closing out bad bets or buying the "real" coin (Spot).
Now to using these four indicators, here's the analysis:
$BTC LTF, Looking for a bit higher before lower. H1 S/R at $68k we rejected from two days ago has been broken and flipped. From here, we form another bearish channel and sweep liquidity before lower.
- Premium zone high at $72.2k
- Untapped stacked liquidity above the premium high sitting between $73k-$74k
So I am seeing a push into $73k zone before lower, $68k being the current H1 support.

Most price jumps are fueled by leverage (borrowed money), which usually leads to a fast crash. However, the move from $65,000 to $69,000 happened while Open Interest (OI) was declining.
This tells us two important things:
Short Covering: People who bet against Bitcoin (shorts) are quietly closing their positions to avoid losses, which involves buying back BTC.
Spot Accumulation: Real buyers, both individuals and big institutions are buying Bitcoin directly without using leverage. This creates a more stable foundation for a move higher.
The path to the relief rally!!!
Currently, Bitcoin has successfully "flipped" the $68,000 level into support. As long as the price stays above $68,000, the path toward the next "Premium Zone" is open.
Traders are specifically watching the $73,000–$74,000 range. This area is "untapped," meaning there is a massive cluster of sell orders and "liquidity" sitting there. The market often seeks out these clusters before making its next big move.

While the jump to $74,000 looks likely, it is still a temporary move. After hitting that $73k–$74k zone and "sweeping" the liquidity, the price may face a rejection and head back down to test lower levels.
Conclusively, Here are Key Levels to Watch
$68,000: The current floor. If Bitcoin drops below this, the relief rally is likely over.
$72,200: The first major "expensive" zone where selling pressure will increase.
$73,000 - $74,000: The target for this rally and the likely "turning point" for the next move.
#BTC #pump #BTC🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Bitcoin has been chronically bearish since the start of this year and as of now, it's fate is not even yet decided as a lot of up and down i.e extreme volatility has been it's thing. The most possible scenario is that we go lower has many analyst has pointed out. But asides Bitcoin, one major coin that has caught my attention is Litecoin(LTC), dubbed as the silver of the digital gold, alot of development, accumulation; institutional and retail accumulation are actually happening. So I dugged deeper, here is my findings and analysis.
Litecoin (LTC) is currently trading for about $55+ having dumped from around $120+ around October 2025, but what many don't know is that this is simply as a result of BTC downward trend and not a true reflection of the value inflow into Litecoin
Here are some of the Value movement of Litecoin this year alone:
1. Luxxfolio Holding moving from HODLing to Mining
On February 11, 2026, Luxxfolio Holdings Inc. (a publicly-traded Canadian firm) transitioned from being a passive holder to an active network participant.
They deployed 20 Bitmain Antminer L9 units. These are top-tier Scrypt miners capable of high efficiency, signaling that the company expects LTC mining to remain profitable even at current prices.

Alongside mining, they increased their LTC holdings by roughly 2,413 LTC, bringing their total to over 24,400 LTC. Just like Microstrategy is a treasury holding for Bitcoin, Luxxfolio is also now a treasury for Litecoin(LTC).
2. Massive Institutional Inflows on Litecoin
Perhaps the most telling signal for me is the $1 million weekly inflow reported by CoinShares on February 9.
This matters a lot because while the broader market (including Bitcoin) saw massive outflows (totaling ~$187M), Litecoin was one of the few assets to see green alongside assets like XRP.
Consistent inflows during a price "crash" often indicate institutional accumulation. Large players are using the liquidity of the sell-off to build positions without spiking the price. Much of this interest has been traced back to European and Canadian ETPs (Exchange Traded Products), where Litecoin is viewed as a "digital silver" hedge against more volatile altcoins.

$LTC compared to $XRP
In the image below, on top - LTC chart, on the bottom - XRP chart.

I'm observing a very similar structure, a prolonged accumulation with higher lows, then a move down - panic, tears, and snot, then a recovery and an update of the 2021 high($347+) in 4 weeks!!!
I expecting $LTC to repeat the same pattern.
Litecoin decade Accumulation
Also, almost a decade of accumulation on Litecoin might result in one of the greatest pumps in crypto history. I expect 4-5 figures per LTC. The structure in the chart below shows repeated bounces toward $250+ resistance.

Conclusion:
Finally, the fact remain that both retail and institutions are banking big on LTC, and judging by actual network activity and payment stats compared to BTC, you can see that Litecoin(LTC) is genuinely undervalued and underpriced. Buying Litecoin here is like buying Litecoin highs in 2013 nearly 13 years ago.

Gone are the days when projects launched at a healthy balance of Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV) and Market Cap (MC). In the previous cycle, even a project with modest funding and a "work-in-progress" product could reliably hit a billion-dollar FDV, leaving plenty of "meat on the bone" for early adopters.
The likes of $TIA , $DYM , STARK, and ARB are prime examples of projects that, despite different market conditions, managed to provide significant upside post-launch.

However, recent TGEs (Token Generation Events) like Aztec or Zama have painted a different, more pathetic picture. For many users who invested or farmed these airdrops, the "listing price" has become the "all-time high," leading to immediate losses and a bitter taste in the mouth of the community.
In this article, we will explore the mechanics of FDV(fully diluted valuation), Market Cap, and the emerging OTV (Outstanding Token Value) metric to understand why the current crop of projects is failing where their predecessors succeeded.
Understanding the Math: MC vs. FDV vs. OTV
To understand why projects are failing, we must first understand how they are valued.
Market Cap (MC) is the current value of all tokens circulating in the market. It is calculated as:
MC = Price X Circulating Supply
Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV) is the total value of the project if all tokens were unlocked and circulating at the current price. It is calculated as:
FDV = Price X Total Supply
While MC and FDV are standard, they often provide a distorted view. High FDV suggests a project is "huge," while low MC suggests it's "early." This gap is where retail investors get trapped. Recently, the industry has shifted toward OTV (Outstanding Token Value).
OTV gives you a more grounded view of a token’s real economic value today. While FDV often overstates value by including long-term or inactive supply, and Market Cap understates it by only counting circulating tokens, OTV reflects a project’s valuation based on tokens currently accessible to the market or expected to circulate in the near term.
What OTV excludes:
Permanently locked tokens.Burned tokens.Reserved tokens with no plan to circulate.Long-term foundation or treasury allocations.Validator or ecosystem stakes not meant for the market.

Comparison of the Old and New Projects
Comparing the performance of older "blue-chip" TGEs to recent ones reveals a staggering divide.
Celestia launched as a solid Layer 1 with a $1.8 billion Market Cap and an FDV of $13 billion at launch. Despite the high FDV, it saw sustained growth and became a centerpiece for the modular narrative. Similarly, $ARB and $STARK launched with massive community airdrops. Even with high FDVs, they maintained high liquidity and provided "up-only" windows for participants.
In contrast, recent projects like Aztec and Zama launched into a "fatigue" market with high valuations. Many users who participated saw immediate losses as these projects lacked organic buy pressure. Unlike TIA, which gave the market room to breathe, many new projects are launching at valuations so high that there is no upside left for anyone but the VCs.
Here is an image of projects that launched 2025 and how badly down they are:

Why Projects are Doing Badly Now: A Reality Check
The reason for the current "death" of TGEs has very little to do with market conditions. It is a failure of market psychology and founder ego.
1. The "VC Game" vs. The Startup Path
Most founders no longer want to build a startup; they want to play a VC valuation game. You can launch a product at a $50 million valuation and virtually guarantee a 10x-20x move as you grow, but no founder does that. Instead, they launch at $1 billion plus because they want to look successful to their peers. The result is that there is zero incentive for a retail buyer to step in. If you launch at the finish line, there is nowhere to go but down.
2. Greed and "Exit Liquidity"
Founders have begun to blame airdrops for price crashes, failing to realize that airdrops are the literal only thing that brings users to their protocols. When a project launches at an astronomical FDV with hardly any actual users, they are essentially asking the public to be exit liquidity for their private investors.
3. Lack of Product-Market Fit (PMF)
We are seeing billion-dollar valuations for protocols that have no real users. In the current market, investors have stopped paying for "potential" and started demanding "performance." If there is no demand to use the token, the sell pressure from airdrop recipients and VCs will always win.
Conclusion: What then is the recipe for success?
The only recipe for success in crypto is a good product with PMF, a fair incentive or airdrop structure, and launching at a low valuation. Crypto founders need to self-reflect and realize that they need to incentivize people to use their apps. If founders want to have all the upside, users will leave and let the app die.
I hope this helps, let me know in the comment.
#tge #tokens #BTC

"this time it's different
is how we overthink a simple 4-year cycle and end up round-tripping every gains we made on our way up
don't overcomplicate things"
For $BTC , four years is more than just a measurement of time; it is the heartbeat of the entire market. While every cycle brings new narratives—institutional ETFs, nation-state adoption, or global liquidity shifts—the underlying rhythm has remained remarkably consistent since the Genesis block.
What is the Bitcoin 4-Year Cycle?
At its core, the 4-year cycle is driven by The Halving. This is a pre-programmed event in Bitcoin’s code that occurs every 210,000 blocks (roughly every four years). During a halving, the reward given to miners for securing the network is cut by 50%.
This creates a "supply shock." When the production of new Bitcoin drops while demand stays the same or increases, price action follows a predictable four-stage seasonal pattern:
1. The Accumulation (Spring): Prices stabilize after a brutal bear market. "Smart money" begins buying quietly while the general public is still fearful.
2. The Bull Run (Summer): The post-halving supply crunch kicks in. Bitcoin breaks its previous All-Time High (ATH), retail FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) returns, and the price goes parabolic.
3. The Blow-off Top (Autumn): Euphoria reaches a peak. This is usually marked by mainstream media frenzy and "unrealistic" price targets. We are have passed here now.
4. The Crypto Winter (Winter): The bubble bursts. Prices drop sharply, and the market enters a prolonged correction, setting the stage for the next accumulation. We are currently here by my analysis.
Historical Performance: A Repeatable Script
Since its inception, Bitcoin has followed this script with surprising accuracy:
* 2012 Halving: Led to the 2013 peak of roughly $1,150.
* 2016 Halving: Fueled the legendary 2017 run to nearly $20,000.
* 2020 Halving: Propelled Bitcoin to $69,000 in late 2021.
* 2024 Halving: Set the stage for the climb toward our current cycle highs.
Why Analysts and Traders Use It
Top traders use the 4-year cycle because it provides a macro roadmap. Instead of getting lost in the "noise" of daily price swings, they use the cycle to determine when to be aggressive and when to be defensive. It helps them avoid the most common mistake in crypto: buying the top of the "Summer" and holding all the way through the "Winter."
The Reality of the Drawdowns
While the upside is exciting, the cycle is defined just as much by its "max pain" phases. Understanding the depth of previous crashes is the only way to keep your head when the trend reverses.
Historical cycle drawdowns for BTC:
* 2013-2015: -86%
* 2017-2018: -84%
* 2021-2022: -77%

If we should translate that to a current cycle peak (ATH) of $126k:
* A 77% drop puts Bitcoin at $29k
* An 84% drop puts Bitcoin at $20k ish
No point finding out what an 86% drop could look like because what’s the point of the max pain?
Besides, I’m not expecting Bitcoin to drop below 77% this time because the drawdowns get less brutal each cycle as the market matures and institutional liquidity provides a stronger floor. So, a drawdown somewhere around 65-70% might be considered reasonable.
That is: $38k–$44k ish.

The cryptocurrency market is currently navigating a period of intense volatility, and Solana $SOL is sitting at the heart of the storm. As of today, February 12, 2026, the live price of Solana is approximately $80.67.

While the headline price shows a significant retracement from previous highs, the surface-level panic hides a much more powerful reality. You have Solana fundamentals soaring to all-time highs while low IQ market participants sell the bottom. Analysing the imminent completion of the Firedancer upgrade which processed 1 million transactions per second in testing to the upcoming Alpenglow consensus protocol, the network's technical infrastructure has never been more robust.

The Map to Recovery: $SOL Levels are Set
Technical analysis of the current market structure reveals a clear roadmap for the coming months. We are approaching "buy zones" that historically precede parabolic runs.
Support 1: $45.00 – $55.00 — Healthy Correction This range represents a standard retest of previous consolidation. A pullback to this level is considered a "healthy correction" in a macro bull cycle, allowing the market to shake out over-leveraged positions and build a stronger foundation for the next leg up.
Support 2: $10.00 – $20.00 — Maximum Pain / Maximum Opportunity This is the "capitulation" floor. While reaching these levels would cause maximum pain for short-term holders, it historically represents a generational entry point. For the long-term investor, this is the zone of maximum opportunity where life-changing wealth is often positioned. I do hope we do not reach here though, $BTC will will have to bleed more for this to happen.

What analysts are Saying
Market analysts remain divided on short-term "noise," but the long-term consensus is leaning heavily bullish:
— Institutional Infrastructure: Analysts at SwapSpace note that while current liquidity is rotating into safe-haven assets, the re-emergence of institutional capital in the second half of 2026 is expected to fuel a massive rebound.
— The "Oversold" Signal: Momentum indicators like the Money Flow Index (MFI) are approaching oversold areas below 20.0. Historically, whenever SOL has entered this zone, it has been followed by significant price stabilization and a strong bounce.
— Fundamental Divergence: Experts at The Motley Fool highlight that 2026 is a "game-changing" year for Solana. With transaction finality set to drop to 100-150 milliseconds via Alpenglow, the gap between the declining price and the increasing utility is creating a massive spring-load effect.
"The network is faster, more secure, and more institutionalized than it was at its peak. Selling now is trading based on fear rather than the math of 1 million transactions per second."
The bounce is inevitable. The only question is how much you’re willing to stack before the recovery begins.

If you leverage trade $BTC , $ETH or any other altcoin, then you need to read this rules👇. Rules 15-19 are very very important
Mid last year, I was in a position many of you might recognize: I needed capital to fund a business venture. I was looking for a "fast" way to get the funds. A friend suggested leverage trading(Note: I have never leverage traded before this time), with assurance of getting the liquidity.
It was a disastrous move.
Without a strategy or an understanding of the dynamics, I lost over $1,000 in a heartbeat. I wasn't trading; I was gambling with money I couldn't afford to lose. Just yesterday on one of my articles here, I saw a comment from a reader pleading for help because he/she had lost all to leverage trading.
The market doesn't care about your business plans or your desperation. It only responds to discipline. To save you from the same fate, I’ve compiled the 20 Essential Rules for Leverage and Futures Trading, gathered from my own hard-learned lessons and and reading after top traders in the space.
Rules of Capital Preservation
1. The 10% Deployment Rule
Never commit more than 10% of your total portfolio to active trades. If things go south, 90% of your wealth remains intact to fight another day.
2. The Law of Risk: Protect Capital First
Your primary job isn't to make money; it's to protect what you have. If a trade puts your "survival" at risk, it is a bad trade, regardless of the potential profit.
3. Be Content with 1% – 5% Daily
Depending on your liquidity, a 1% to 5% return on your capital per day is a massive win. Compounded, this beats almost any traditional investment. Stop using crazy leverage.
4. Avoid the "New Pair" Trap
Do not trade newly listed pairs on futures. They lack historical data, are prone to extreme volatility, and are often used by whales to exit positions on retail traders.
Psychology Rules
5. Never Revenge Trade
If the market takes money from you, don't try to "take it back" immediately. Trading while angry or frustrated leads to doubled positions and tripled losses.
6. Kill the FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out)
If a coin has already pumped 40%, you missed the entry. Don't "ape in" because you see others posting green PnL screenshots on X (Twitter).
7. Don't Trade Under Pressure
If you are trading because you need to pay rent or fund a business (like I was), you will make emotional decisions. Trade only when you are financially and mentally "light."
8. The Law of Patience
No setup = No trade. If the market doesn't give you a clear entry signal that fits your strategy, stay on the sidelines. Sitting in cash is also a position.
9. Do Not Ape in for KOLs
Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) often have different entry prices and risk tolerances than you. Never enter a position just because an influencer posted it as a call, a lot of people have been wrecked from this.
Execution Rules
10. Trade with the Trend
The "Law of Trend" is simple: don't try to catch a falling knife or short a parabolic moon-mission. It’s easier to swim with the current than against it. So trade the trend. James Wynn lost millions of $$ doing this.
11. Understand the Narrative
Do not enter a trade if you don’t understand the narrative behind the price action. Technicals are great, but the story (AI, RWA, Memes) drives the volume.
12. Always Take Profits.
Always take profit when TP is hit. Take profit and rest. Don't immediately put the funds in the market again.
13. One Entry, One Trade
Do not enter the same trade twice (averaging down) unless it was part of your original plan. Usually, "doubling down" is just a way to accelerate liquidation.
14. Journal Every Trade
Write down why you entered, how you felt, and why you exited. You cannot improve what you do not measure.
Appetite Rule
If you haven't noticed a pattern yet, these final rules are the most important because they address the #1 killer of accounts.
15. Don’t be greedy. (Seriously. Take the profit when it’s there.)
16. Don’t be greedy. (Don’t use 50x or 100x leverage just because you can.)
17. Don’t be greedy. (Don’t stay in a winning trade until it turns into a losing one.)
18. Don’t be greedy. (Respect your stop-losses.)
19. Don’t be greedy. (The market will be here tomorrow; make sure your capital is too.)
Finally, I know it is hard to follow every rule every day. I’m still improving, and you will too. But remember: the difference between a trader and a gambler is a system. Stick to these 19 rules, and you will keep staying afloat.

Crypto/Web3 is a very wild place to be and the space is full of a lot of bad actors, so not taking the issue of security as priority and utmost importance is like playing with a time bomb, all of your hard work and labors for years can go down the drain into another man pocket in a matter of seconds, especially now in $BTC bear market when emotions are all over the place and peoples mental strength is at all time low, exploiters are on a rampage to ravage people's portfolio. My first wallet hack experience was during the last bear market and it was brutal.
Hence the need to sensitize, educate and teach about security every now and then both to OGs and newbies alike is an unavoidable necessity . While the promise of decentralized finance and digital ownership promised by crypto and web3 is incredibly exciting, it comes with its own trade-off: you are your own bank.
In the traditional world, if you lose your credit card, you call the bank and cancel it. In Web3, if you lose your private keys or accidentally sign a malicious contract, those assets are often gone for good. Web3 security is critical to protect your digital assets and private information.
That is why I have put together this essential guide to staying safe without losing your mind. Let us start:
1. The Foundation: Hardware and 2FA
The most important step you can take is moving your assets away from constant internet exposure.
Go Offline: Use a hardware wallet like Ledger or Trezor to store your crypto assets. This offers the highest level of security by storing your private keys offline, away from hackers and malware.Double the Defense: Make sure to enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all of your accounts like Binance or you non-custodial wallets like Rabby, Trustwallet, Zerion etc. This adds an extra layer of protection by requiring a verification code in addition to your password.
Note: Use an authenticator app rather than SMS 2FA to avoid "SIM-swapping" attacks.
2. Password Hygiene and Privacy
Strong security starts with the basics. If your password is "Password123," you're essentially leaving your front door wide open.
Use a Manager: Use a password manager like LastPass or 1Password. These services generate and store complex passwords, reducing the risk of a hacker guessing or stealing them.Complexity is Key: When creating passwords, use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols, and avoid using the same password for multiple accounts.Stay Under the Radar: Use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) when accessing the web3 ecosystem. This encrypts your internet traffic and protects your online activities from prying eyes.
3. Modern Defense: Must-Have Security Extensions
Phishing scams have become incredibly sophisticated, often tricking you into giving away private keys or signing "wallet-draining" transactions. Fortunately, there are tools to act as a shield between you and the blockchain.
PocketUniverse: A browser extension that protects you from phishing scams and wallet drainers by alerting you to suspicious activity.Joinfire: A free extension that simulates web3 transactions, showing you exactly what will enter and exit your wallet before you sign a contract.RevokeCash: A browser extension that warns you when you're about to sign something potentially harmful and manages your token permissions.Walletguard: The most advanced security extension featuring transaction simulation and proactive phishing detection.
4. Revoking Permissions
In Web3, when you trade on a DEX or buy an NFT, you often give a smart contract "permission" to spend your tokens. If you recently got exposed to a phishing attack, or if you've interacted with a site you no longer trust, you need to act fast.
Use Revoke[.]cash to revoke access to your assets and wallet. This allows you to revoke approval to old NFT allowances and clear any suspicious statuses.
5. Maintenance and Mindset
Security isn't a "one and done" task; it’s a habit.
Be Wary of Phishing: Always verify the authenticity of any emails or messages you receive before clicking on any links or entering your information.Stay Updated: Keep your software and firmware up to date. This ensures you have the latest security patches and bug fixes, which can help prevent vulnerabilities that hackers can exploit.
Prevention is better than mitigation. By utilizing these security tools and best practices, you can minimize the risk of theft or fraud and enjoy the benefits of the decentralized web.

Like it or not $BTC is here and while a lot of folks are panicking, many others are busy positioning themselves for the bear. We all know during bear market, most activities like airdrop farming, trading, etc, gets significantly affected by the bad market. Even degen trading gets crazy as you would find it very difficult to find a X2 compared to a bull market where X100, X1000 are many. Making money hence becomes difficult at such times. This is the time when most project use to build as they wait for the bull market again for TGE. During this times, the one thing that will be in surplus are crypto or web3 jobs as they call it. Many projects will need professionals in different niches and areas, therefore you need to know which skills to learn if you don't have one or even skills to add to your portfolio if you already have one so as to not suffer during this period. I have made a compilation of top 10 highly demanded web3 skills/roles that can land you a good paycheck during this bear market. Both Technical/Non-technical.
The Market Reality: BTC at $69K and the Slide Ahead
As of today, Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at approximately $69,366. While this might seem high compared to years past, the momentum has shifted. We are currently seeing a 22% drop in a single week, and the technical charts suggest the floor hasn't been hit yet.
Most analysts are bracing for a continuation of this trend, likely pushing prices down into the $40,000 to $35,000 region. This boring sideways and downward movement will definitely shake out a lot of people. But for those with a plan, this is the accumulation phase, not just for coins, but for skills.
$10K Lesson: Why Skills Beat Luck
During the brutal bear market of 2022, I was hit hard as my portfolio went as low as -90%, most of the coins I held dipped crazily as I wasn't prepared for the bear. I panicked sell some to cut loss but even at that I was still almost stripped naked. I stared at charts for hours on many days, on many days I couldn't afford a meal for myself again. Finally I stopped fighting the market and started looking for a way to survive the market and that led me to ''Writing''. By focusing on content writing and content creation, I was able to generate over $10,000 in a period where most portfolios were down 80% from different gigs here and there. From the part of the world where I come from, that is a lot of money
Why? Because even in a bear market, projects have budgets for education, marketing, and development. They need people who can explain their tech, manage their communities, and keep the lights on while waiting for the next bull run.
I want you to learn from my story. Also not just learn but be inspired and motivated to learn a skill and stay afloat hence this article. So lets get into it:
10 In-Demand Web3 Skills to Master in 2026
If you want to make money regardless of BTC's price, here are the top 10 skills to learn right now, along with how to master them:
1. Data Analytics and Indexing
Blockchain data is transparent but messy. Companies pay handsomely for people who can organize on-chain data into actionable insights.
How to learn: Focus on SQL and blockchain indexing protocols.
Resources: Start with Dune Analytics tutorials or The Graph Academy to learn how to build subgraphs.
2. Game Development
Web3 gaming is evolving from "Play-to-Earn" to actual high-quality "Play-and-Own."
How to learn: Learn Unity or Unreal Engine, then integrate Web3 libraries like Thirdweb or Moralis.
Resources: ChainSafe Gaming documentation and YouTube tutorials on "Blockchain Game Dev."
3. Content Creation
The ability to simplify complex DeFi or ZK concepts into threads, videos, or articles is a superpower.
How to learn: Study copywriting and video editing (CapCut/Premiere).
Resources: HubSpot Academy for content strategy and Dickie Bush’s Ship 30 for 30 for digital writing.
4. BD and Partnerships
Business Development in Web3 is about connecting ecosystems (e.g., getting a DEX integrated into a wallet).
How to learn: Master the art of "cold reaching" on X/Telegram and understanding "ecosystem flywheels."
Resources: Follow Crypto Jobs List blogs on Web3 BizDev roles and also watch Youtube videos.
5. UI/UX Design and Product Design
Web3 is notorious for terrible user experiences. Designers who can make "signing a transaction" feel as easy as "double-tapping an IG post" are in high demand.
How to learn: Learn Figma and study the "Web3 Design Principles."
Resources: UXservices offers a specific Web3 UX Design Course, Cousera, YouTube.
6. Social Media Management
In a bear market, keeping a community engaged on X, CMC, Tiktok, Reddit and Lens is the difference between a project surviving or dying.
How to learn: Study "Growth Hacking" and community psychology.
Resources: Engage with the Lens Protocol, YouTube, Cousera.
7. Blockchain Architecture and Engineering
Architects design the entire flow of a protocol, from the consensus layer to the application layer.
How to learn: Deep dive into peer-to-peer networking and cryptography.
Resources: The Blockchain Council’s Certified Blockchain Architect program, Coursera, YouTube.
8. Zk Proofs and Design
Zero-Knowledge technology is the "Holy Grail" of 2026 for privacy and scalability.
How to learn: Learn the basics of "Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge" (SNARKs).
Resources: RareSkills ZK Bootcamp or the ZK Whiteboard series on YouTube.
9. Smart Contract Auditing and Testing
Security is non-negotiable. One bug can cost millions, making auditors the highest-paid individuals in the space.
How to learn: Master Solidity and security tools like Slither and Echidna.
Resources: Cyfrin Updraft (by Patrick Collins) is currently the gold standard for auditing education, Youtube, etc.
10. Marketing (Product, Growth, etc.)
Web3 marketing has moved past "Airdrop farming." Projects now need sustainable growth through SEO and product-led marketing.
How to learn: Learn data-driven marketing and SEO
Resources: YouTube, Coursera, Top marketing gurus on X like @thegreatola.
Bannks, I am confused, which should I pick?
Take out your time to research more about each to find out which suites you best. Don't try to learn all ten. Pick one that aligns with your current interests and dedicate the next 3 months of this bear market to becoming an expert. By the time $BTC hits its bottom and starts the climb back up, you won't just be an investor, you'll be an essential part of the industry.