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These past few days, I've been quite aware of the options market: Buyers are actually betting against time, as if the market isn't fast enough, their value is gradually eaten away by time decay; Sellers seem to be "collecting rent," but honestly, they're just holding onto tail risk, earning small profits normally, but when a big wave hits, they might just lose it all back. My habit is still cautious, preferring to earn less rather than get pierced by a needle; when I see abnormal transfers or sudden large positions on-chain, I withdraw first and ask later—don't want to hold on stubbornly. By the way, the recent debate in the community about privacy coins, mixing coins, and compliance boundaries also feels similar: Usually it seems fine, but when something really happens, you see who is actually bearing the risk. Anyway, now I always check the Gas fee before placing an order, so I have a clearer idea.