- Research and Sentiment Monitoring
On-chain analytics: Keeping an eye on metrics like BTC/ETH whale movements, active addresses, and DeFi Total Value Locked (TVL) to gauge broader market sentiment.
News and regulatory updates: Staying informed on regulatory developments, major partnerships, and technological upgrades (like Ethereum's transition to PoS) is key for long-term strategy shifts.
Community and developer activity: Following projects with strong developer teams and active communities, as these are often indicators of future success.