FunGibleTom

I just noticed an interesting situation in the futures market. Funding rates have gone negative across a number of assets, and this is, by the way, a classic case of negative funding. In simple terms, most traders are currently short, and the exchange is penalizing them for it.
When negative funding is as sharp as it is now, an intriguing game begins. Take ICNT — the rate is simply killer, minus 0.57% over a few hours. ZKP, DASH, AXS — all in a similar situation, sellers are pushing from all sides. Short sellers are paying longs for the right to hold their positions.
Why is this important for

I've noticed that many beginners in crypto simply buy a coin and then wait for a miracle, not understanding when to actually exit. That's why they waste weeks, months... All because they don't calculate profit in advance. What is profit? It's just your target profit in percentage, which you set before entering a trade. You know at what price you want to sell, and you're not guessing blindly.
Why is this even important? Because profit helps clearly understand when to close the position. Instead of hanging around in a coin, you make small but frequent profits. It's like collecting coins piece by

I've noticed that many beginners try to trade blindly, not understanding what is really happening on the chart. And after all, Japanese candlesticks are just a language through which the market tells the story of the bulls' and bears' struggle. 🕯
The fact is, reversal patterns work not because of magic, but because they reflect a real change in the balance of power. The more candles involved in forming a signal, the higher the confidence in the true reversal, rather than another false move.
Let's start simple. When you see a hammer at the bottom of a trend — it means sellers tried to push the

I want to share an observation: many think that trading futures is something inaccessible for beginners. In reality, that's not true. If you understand the basic rules and strategies, even without experience, you can start trading futures and achieve results. I've seen people who, a month ago, didn't know what it was, already successfully making trades.
Let's figure out what futures actually are. Essentially, it's a contract where you agree to buy or sell an asset (oil, gold, currency, index, cryptocurrency) at a fixed price, but in the future. For example, locking in the price of Bitcoin toda

Here's the question that has interested me for a long time: how much money is there in the world actually? It seems like a simple question, but the answer depends on how we count. Recently, I delved into this topic again and realized that most people have no idea about the scale.
Let's break it down by layers. Starting with the simplest — physical money in circulation. Banknotes, coins, cash in wallets and safes. Sounds like a huge amount? It turns out, it's only about 40 trillion dollars. Agree, not that much for the entire planet.
And now let's add demand deposit bank accounts — money that p

I've noticed that many traders get fixated on a single indicator and forget the main thing. We're talking about the win rate — the percentage of profitable trades out of their total number. It sounds simple, but that's only half the story.
Let's figure it out. The win rate is calculated by the formula: the number of winning trades divided by the total number of trades, multiplied by 100. Suppose out of 50 of your trades, 30 ended in profit, and 20 in loss. You get 60%. It seems pretty good. But here's the catch: a 60% win rate doesn't guarantee profit.
Why? Because everything depends on the si

I've noticed that Elon Musk's interest in cryptocurrencies remains undiminished. Let's explore which specific assets this tech billionaire holds and why they attract him.
Let's start with the most obvious — Bitcoin. Musk first openly supported BTC in 2021 when Tesla announced an investment of $1.5 billion. Although the company later sold most of its holdings, Musk confirmed that he personally continues to own Bitcoin. For him, it's more like digital gold, a store of value rather than a speculative asset. The current price of BTC is around $77.69k, and its market capitalization is $1.556 trilli

I've noticed that many beginners in crypto make the same mistake — they buy a coin and just wait for it to grow. Then they get stuck in a trade for weeks or months, wasting time and money. But everything could be planned in advance.
Profit is essentially your target earning goal, which you set before each purchase. It’s not just a desired percentage — it’s a specific price at which you exit the position. It sounds simple, but most ignore this step.
Why is this important? Because profit is a tool that helps you clearly understand when to exit. Instead of guessing, you simply follow the plan. Th

Honestly, the question of which timeframe to choose for the RSI indicator doesn't have a universal answer. It all depends on how you trade and what you want to achieve.
If you're a day trader or scalper, you need quick signals. On a 15-minute chart, the RSI indicator will react to every price movement, allowing you to catch short-term opportunities. Some scalpers go even deeper—on 5-minute or even minute charts—but there's more noise and false signals there. Experience and additional filters are required.
For swing traders, an hourly or four-hour chart is the optimal choice. On these charts, t

I've noticed that many beginners don't understand what a retest is, and this seriously affects their trading. The fact is, when the price breaks through an important level, it rarely continues straight away. Usually, it retraces back to that level, and this retracement is exactly what is called a retest.
Why is this so important? Because a retest is an ideal entry point. When the price returns to the broken level, you see how strong that level really is. If the price goes up, then reverses and comes back to the level, it indicates there is serious supply or demand there. Such zones act like ma

Honestly, when I first started trading, I also thought that a green candle was almost a guaranteed buy signal. But experience quickly showed that everything is much more complicated. What is a green candle really for? It’s just one of the analysis tools, not a magic wand.
The fact is that the time factor plays a huge role. Often, green candles appear during periods of high volatility, when the price jumps for a short time and then falls again. I’ve seen many beginners enter a position based on just one such candle and then quickly suffer losses. Without analyzing the broader context and the pr

It's interesting to look at the distribution of natural resources in the world. Russia remains the richest country in the world in terms of resources, with an estimated 75 trillion, which is not surprising given its huge reserves of oil, gas, and minerals. Following it are the USA with 45 trillion — also quite logical for such a large economy.
The picture then becomes more interesting. Saudi Arabia ranks third with 34 trillion, mainly thanks to oil, and Canada with 33 trillion — primarily forest resources, minerals, and energy sources. Iran, China, Brazil, Australia — all are among the top wea

If you have ever sent cryptocurrency and seen a field labeled Memo or Tag, then you have encountered one of the most important but often overlooked aspects of crypto transactions. Let's understand what a memo is and why it can be critical for your funds.
A memo is essentially a numeric or alphanumeric code added to a transaction. It sounds simple, but in reality, it solves a serious problem. Some networks, such as Ripple, Stellar, or BNB, allow multiple users to use a shared address on an exchange. Without a memo, the system simply wouldn't know who exactly the funds are intended for. That's w

I've noticed that many in the community get confused about what a validator is and how it works. Let's clarify it in simple terms because it's really important to understand if you take crypto seriously.
A validator is essentially a guarantee of the network. Its main job is to verify transactions, ensure they are legitimate, that cryptographic signatures are correct, and that everything complies with the rules. Then it groups verified operations into blocks and adds them to the chain. The network pays it a reward for this. It sounds simple, but in reality, it's a serious responsibility.
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Let's figure out who the richest person in the world is right now. Honestly, the numbers I saw earlier this year are simply mind-blowing.
Elon Musk holds the top spot with a net worth of about $726 billion. It's just incredible — no one in modern history has accumulated that much personal wealth. His fortune is growing thanks to SpaceX, which is experiencing a valuation boom, the expansion of Starlink, Tesla stock, and his influence in AI and neurotechnology. Musk has somehow pulled ahead of the rest by a significant margin.
Next are the tech giants. Larry Page, one of Google's founders, is in

I've noticed that $MUBARAK is gaining momentum among the Arab community, and it makes sense. The word 'mubarak' (مبارك) translates as 'blessed' or 'sacred' in Arab culture, and the project uses this symbolism quite organically. It's not just a cryptocurrency with a nice name — it represents the idea of financial independence for the region.
The project positions itself as a bridge between traditional values of the Islamic community and modern technologies. It functions as a regular means of exchange and store of value but claims to support social initiatives and community projects. Interestin

I just came across an interesting statement from the head of BlackRock. Larry Fink casually mentioned that no one should be surprised if Bitcoin someday reaches the $700k mark. Wow.
I think many people missed this phrase or simply didn't pay attention to it. But when such an influential financier as Larry Fink starts talking about these kinds of price targets, it deserves attention. Currently, BTC is trading around $77K, and the path to $700K seems just colossal.
All of this indicates that institutional interest in Bitcoin continues to grow. Larry Fink and his company have invested serious mon

I just came across a ranking of the richest athletes in the world, and honestly, some of the figures are just shocking. Michael Jordan in first place with $3.6 billion — that's simply incredible. It turns out his income from Nike far exceeds what he ever earned from basketball.
Vince McMahon is second with $3.2 billion, and the wealthiest active athlete in the world appears to be Cristiano Ronaldo with $1.2 billion. Ronaldo and Messi are in the top 5, both earning incredible sums through sponsorship deals and investments.
Interestingly, many tennis players and golfers—Federer, Woods, Mickelson

I've noticed that many beginners in trading often overlook one of the most useful tools of technical analysis — triangle formations on charts. Honestly, when I first started trading, I didn't pay much attention to them either, but then I realized that they are indeed a powerful signal for entering a position.
The thing is, the triangle pattern forms quite often, and each type carries its own information. Let's figure out what options exist and how to use them in real trading.
Let's start with the descending triangle — it's a bearish signal that I often see before a price drop. Its structure is

You know, I’ve been trying for a long time to explain to my friends what a DAO is, and every time it turned out to be cumbersome. But in reality, the idea is quite simple once you understand.
A DAO is essentially an organization without a boss. Imagine a company where there’s no director making decisions from the top of their office. Instead, all decisions are made from the bottom up, by the community of members. And the main thing — everything is managed through smart contracts directly on the blockchain.
It’s an internet organization jointly owned and managed by its members. They have a shar