I usually see extreme funding rates, so I don't rush to take the other side of the trade as a hero. I prefer to hide from the volatility first, wait for the market to clean up the leverage before acting... If I really make a move, I only dare to take a small position, and keep an eye on gas fees and block rhythm, watching for a bunch of liquidation orders lining up. The MEV folks will notice the signs and will take you out first.

Recently, the group has been sharing screenshots about stablecoin regulation, reserve audits, and various "de-pegging" alerts. When emotions run high, funding rates tend to become more extreme. Honestly, high rates don't mean free money; it’s more like "everyone wants to win too badly." I’d rather miss out on some opportunities than pay fees with volatility. For now, that’s the priority—staying alive is the most important.