Mario Salamanca
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Those who died yesterday had plans for this morning.
Those who died this morning had plans for tonight.
Never take life for granted. In the blink of an eye, everything can change.
So forgive often, love with all your heart, and say what matters now because you never know if you’ll get another chance.
Those who died this morning had plans for tonight.
Never take life for granted. In the blink of an eye, everything can change.
So forgive often, love with all your heart, and say what matters now because you never know if you’ll get another chance.
This year in crypto, if I look at it purely in terms of numbers, it has been terrible. Probably the worst year of my entire journey. Bad decisions, expectations that didn’t play out, and a market that shows no mercy. There’s no sugarcoating that part.
But when I lift my eyes from the charts and look at what truly matters, the picture changes completely.
Today, we are almost 25,000 on Square and more than 1,000 on X. Accounts like binance have shared my photos regularly, as well as @Binance Angels , @Binance MENA , and @Binance Poland . That’s not something you can buy or fake. It comes from consistency, passion, and showing up as yourself.
I had the chance to attend Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai. I even crossed paths with @CZ , a moment I’ll always remember. When he showed up at the party, I chose not to approach him for photos. Not out of shyness, but out of empathy. I can imagine how overwhelming it must be to have everyone pulling at you all the time. I’m sure he understands, but for me, respecting that moment felt right.
I shared an after-dinner moment with @Rachel Conlan and Yi He. I helped Richard Teng take the slide at the event. Small, human moments that would have felt unreal to me just a few years ago.
Most importantly, my heart is full.
The Binance Angels program has been pure magic for me. Not because of the logo, the events, or the swag, but because of the people, the trust, the opportunities, and the feeling of truly belonging to something bigger.
So yes, financially, this year was rough. But in terms of community, experiences, and personal growth, it has been incredible.
Thank you for everything.
We keep building.
But when I lift my eyes from the charts and look at what truly matters, the picture changes completely.
Today, we are almost 25,000 on Square and more than 1,000 on X. Accounts like binance have shared my photos regularly, as well as @Binance Angels , @Binance MENA , and @Binance Poland . That’s not something you can buy or fake. It comes from consistency, passion, and showing up as yourself.
I had the chance to attend Binance Blockchain Week in Dubai. I even crossed paths with @CZ , a moment I’ll always remember. When he showed up at the party, I chose not to approach him for photos. Not out of shyness, but out of empathy. I can imagine how overwhelming it must be to have everyone pulling at you all the time. I’m sure he understands, but for me, respecting that moment felt right.
I shared an after-dinner moment with @Rachel Conlan and Yi He. I helped Richard Teng take the slide at the event. Small, human moments that would have felt unreal to me just a few years ago.
Most importantly, my heart is full.
The Binance Angels program has been pure magic for me. Not because of the logo, the events, or the swag, but because of the people, the trust, the opportunities, and the feeling of truly belonging to something bigger.
So yes, financially, this year was rough. But in terms of community, experiences, and personal growth, it has been incredible.
Thank you for everything.
We keep building.
The Creator Pad is probably the worst thing
The Creator Pad is probably the worst thing that could have happened to Binance Square in its current form.
What was meant to incentivize quality creators has turned into a race to spam. Endless articles and posts with zero interaction, zero soul, zero value, published only to climb a leaderboard and scrape a few cents. That’s not community building. That’s farming.
We’re seeing “free promoted content” that inflates numbers artificially. Metrics look good on paper, but they don’t reflect real mindshare, real trust, or real impact. Projects get hyped for a few weeks because the system rewards volume, not substance, and then they disappear into irrelevance. Rinse and repeat.
It’s the Square equivalent of buying followers on X. The numbers go up, but nothing real is happening underneath.
The ranking system is the core problem. When quantity beats quality, people will flood, spam, and game the system. And that’s exactly what’s happening. The incentive structure is pushing creators to post more, not to post better. Engagement, discussion, and genuine interaction are being sidelined.
This isn’t good for creators who actually care.
It isn’t good for users trying to learn.
And in the long run, it isn’t good for Binance Square.
If Square wants to be a real social layer for crypto, not a content mill, the ranking and reward mechanics need a serious rethink. Otherwise, we’re just rewarding noise.
And noise always ends up drowning out what matters.
What was meant to incentivize quality creators has turned into a race to spam. Endless articles and posts with zero interaction, zero soul, zero value, published only to climb a leaderboard and scrape a few cents. That’s not community building. That’s farming.
We’re seeing “free promoted content” that inflates numbers artificially. Metrics look good on paper, but they don’t reflect real mindshare, real trust, or real impact. Projects get hyped for a few weeks because the system rewards volume, not substance, and then they disappear into irrelevance. Rinse and repeat.
It’s the Square equivalent of buying followers on X. The numbers go up, but nothing real is happening underneath.
The ranking system is the core problem. When quantity beats quality, people will flood, spam, and game the system. And that’s exactly what’s happening. The incentive structure is pushing creators to post more, not to post better. Engagement, discussion, and genuine interaction are being sidelined.
This isn’t good for creators who actually care.
It isn’t good for users trying to learn.
And in the long run, it isn’t good for Binance Square.
If Square wants to be a real social layer for crypto, not a content mill, the ranking and reward mechanics need a serious rethink. Otherwise, we’re just rewarding noise.
And noise always ends up drowning out what matters.
Sounds like the perfect plan.
Hot coffee, a fireplace, rest, and good people around you that’s investing in what truly matters.
Sometimes disconnecting is the best way to recharge and come back stronger.
Hot coffee, a fireplace, rest, and good people around you that’s investing in what truly matters.
Sometimes disconnecting is the best way to recharge and come back stronger.
Why December Is a Make or Break Month for Crypto
December is often one of the most important months for crypto markets, even if price action looks quiet on the surface. What happens at the end of the year frequently sets the tone for the first quarter and sometimes for the entire year ahead.
One key factor is liquidity. As December approaches, institutional investors rebalance portfolios, close books, and prepare allocations for the new year. This can create sudden shifts in capital flows, especially between Bitcoin, altcoins, and stablecoins. These movements do not always show up immediately in price, but they shape momentum going into January.
Macro expectations also play a major role. Markets begin pricing in early 2026 economic decisions, particularly around interest rates and monetary policy. Any changes in Federal Reserve expectations can quickly impact risk assets like crypto, especially Bitcoin.
On the network side, miner behavior becomes important. As we move closer to 2026 difficulty and reward adjustments, miners may adjust selling pressure, hedge exposure, or accumulate. Historically, miner positioning around year end has influenced short term volatility and longer term trends.
There is also a strong psychological component. December sentiment matters. Fear, relief rallies, or cautious optimism often define how traders enter the new year. Past cycles show that Q4 to Q1 transitions are rarely neutral. They tend to mark either continuation or reset points.
For investors, December is less about aggressive moves and more about preparation. Understanding what you hold, why you hold it, and how it fits into a longer term strategy is essential. Before making decisions, it helps to review real time prices, charts, and project fundamentals.
You can explore up to date data and project information using Binance’s Coin Price Directory
https://www.binance.com/en/price
December does not always deliver fireworks, but it often decides where the fuse is leading. Positioning wisely now can make a meaningful difference heading into 2026.
One key factor is liquidity. As December approaches, institutional investors rebalance portfolios, close books, and prepare allocations for the new year. This can create sudden shifts in capital flows, especially between Bitcoin, altcoins, and stablecoins. These movements do not always show up immediately in price, but they shape momentum going into January.
Macro expectations also play a major role. Markets begin pricing in early 2026 economic decisions, particularly around interest rates and monetary policy. Any changes in Federal Reserve expectations can quickly impact risk assets like crypto, especially Bitcoin.
On the network side, miner behavior becomes important. As we move closer to 2026 difficulty and reward adjustments, miners may adjust selling pressure, hedge exposure, or accumulate. Historically, miner positioning around year end has influenced short term volatility and longer term trends.
There is also a strong psychological component. December sentiment matters. Fear, relief rallies, or cautious optimism often define how traders enter the new year. Past cycles show that Q4 to Q1 transitions are rarely neutral. They tend to mark either continuation or reset points.
For investors, December is less about aggressive moves and more about preparation. Understanding what you hold, why you hold it, and how it fits into a longer term strategy is essential. Before making decisions, it helps to review real time prices, charts, and project fundamentals.
You can explore up to date data and project information using Binance’s Coin Price Directory
https://www.binance.com/en/price
December does not always deliver fireworks, but it often decides where the fuse is leading. Positioning wisely now can make a meaningful difference heading into 2026.
The Pareto Principle in Crypto: Why Less Matters More
The Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, states that 80% of results come from 20% of the causes. In crypto, this law shows up everywhere.
Around 80% of long-term gains usually come from a small portion of assets. A few strong projects drive most of the market value, while hundreds of tokens fade away. The same happens with timing: a handful of key decisions, entries, or moments often define the outcome of an entire cycle.
It also applies to behavior. Most profits are made by a minority who stay disciplined, manage risk, and avoid emotional decisions. Meanwhile, the majority overtrades, chases hype, and reacts late.
Even in learning, 20% of the knowledge delivers 80% of the clarity. Understanding fundamentals, market cycles, liquidity, and psychology matters far more than chasing every new narrative.
Crypto rewards focus. Not doing more, but doing less — better. Fewer trades, fewer coins, fewer emotions. Pareto reminds us that success here isn’t about intensity, it’s about selectivity.
In a market full of noise, knowing what to ignore may be your biggest edge.
The Pareto Principle, also known as the 80/20 rule, states that 80% of results come from 20% of the causes. In crypto, this law shows up everywhere.
Around 80% of long-term gains usually come from a small portion of assets. A few strong projects drive most of the market value, while hundreds of tokens fade away. The same happens with timing: a handful of key decisions, entries, or moments often define the outcome of an entire cycle.
It also applies to behavior. Most profits are made by a minority who stay disciplined, manage risk, and avoid emotional decisions. Meanwhile, the majority overtrades, chases hype, and reacts late.
Even in learning, 20% of the knowledge delivers 80% of the clarity. Understanding fundamentals, market cycles, liquidity, and psychology matters far more than chasing every new narrative.
Crypto rewards focus. Not doing more, but doing less — better. Fewer trades, fewer coins, fewer emotions. Pareto reminds us that success here isn’t about intensity, it’s about selectivity.
In a market full of noise, knowing what to ignore may be your biggest edge.
The weekend is almost here.
Take a breath, step back, enjoy life a little.
Charts will still be there on Monday — memories won’t wait.
Touch some sunlight, laugh with someone, eat something good.
Market can chill, you should too.
Happy almost-weekend, fam. 💛✨
Take a breath, step back, enjoy life a little.
Charts will still be there on Monday — memories won’t wait.
Touch some sunlight, laugh with someone, eat something good.
Market can chill, you should too.
Happy almost-weekend, fam. 💛✨
Some years test your wallet.
Some years test your spirit.
2025 has easily been my worst year in crypto from a financial perspective…
but without a doubt my best year when it comes to community, growth, and connection.
PNL in red, but life in green.
Numbers fall, people stay.
Markets reset, communities build.
If this is the price of finding my place in the crypto world, I’ll pay it twice.
Here’s to ending a tough year stronger than we started.
And here’s to 2026 being the year where both charts —financial and personal— finally align.
#KeepBuilding
Some years test your spirit.
2025 has easily been my worst year in crypto from a financial perspective…
but without a doubt my best year when it comes to community, growth, and connection.
PNL in red, but life in green.
Numbers fall, people stay.
Markets reset, communities build.
If this is the price of finding my place in the crypto world, I’ll pay it twice.
Here’s to ending a tough year stronger than we started.
And here’s to 2026 being the year where both charts —financial and personal— finally align.
#KeepBuilding
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