Ten years of trading cryptocurrencies, is there no more opportunity in the crypto world? Will you switch to the US stock market?

Recently, I had a long deep conversation with an old friend who has been trading cryptocurrencies for ten years. Seeing the bunch of altcoins he holds and reflecting on the ups and downs over the past decade, as an observer, I feel a lot of emotion. Today, I want to discuss proper asset allocation and also teach everyone how to easily transition into U.S. stocks.

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Talking about his ten-year crypto journey, my friend is full of emotion: besides BTC and ETH, which he made profits on, most altcoins ended up losing money. Even when breaking even, he sold early to cut losses. Overall, it was just small gains. Thanks to Bitcoin and Ethereum, he still believes in the industry’s hope, but the losses from those altcoins left a deep impression.

We looked back at some of his former star coins, and their current situation is quite tragic:

SAND, once the absolute king of the metaverse concept, popularized by gaming narratives, now has fallen from grace.

DYDX, once the leading perpetual contract platform in DeFi, known as “On-Chain Contract King,” has been steadily declining from its peak, with disastrous K-line charts. Compared to the current hot HYPE, it’s like night and day.

ADA, which once had shining moments, is now dull and lifeless. Holders find it tasteless and regret selling.

UNI, the DeFi superstar of 2020 and liquidity king, has now fallen flat, unable to stir up any market waves.

LINK, with Google’s backing and known as the “Oracle King,” once surged strongly but now oscillates around $9, leaving holders at a loss.

Even worse is FIL, which once hit an all-time high of over $1,000, now only around $0.9—a nearly 1,000-fold drop. After waiting through multiple four-year cycles, it still shows no signs of recovery.

FT has even disappeared completely from trading platforms, effectively wiped out.

My friend said the smartest decision he made in these ten years was to keep most of his funds in BTC and ETH, without leverage throughout, which helped him preserve passive income. That’s a rare fortunate outcome amid misfortune.

Many crypto enthusiasts probably share similar doubts:

Should I continue holding BTC and ETH, waiting for institutions to gradually support the market?

Or shift to RWA, AI applications, stablecoins, and other new narratives?

Or gamble on Meme coins for one last rally?

Whether you’re a veteran with ten or five years of experience or a newcomer just entering the market, feel free to share your mindset and judgments in the comments. Next, I will share my market observations and diversified allocation strategies, including a step-by-step guide on using OKX Web3 Wallet to participate in U.S. stocks with low barriers, and how to allocate funds into more stable sectors.

First, my view on the current market:

The short-term outlook for the crypto market is indeed bleak. The Fear & Greed Index once dropped to around 5, indicating extreme fear. Market funds are rotating from pure tech sectors to more solid fundamentals like industrials and energy, with clearer growth logic.

At this point, diversification is especially important. Here’s my core allocation approach:

Core holdings: Continue holding BTC and ETH to maintain the basic crypto portfolio, avoid high leverage, focus on stability.

Stable investments: Transition into U.S. stocks using OKX Wallet—super convenient, no need for separate accounts, no currency exchange, no T+1 settlement delays. You can trade 24/7 with USDT/USDC starting from just a few dollars.

Small aggressive positions: Allocate about 10% of funds to high-risk, high-reward Meme coins, also via OKX Wallet, strictly controlling position sizes for small-scale testing.

The overall principle is: never go all-in on a single market.

As my friend said, the worst market sentiment often presents the best opportunity for deployment. Now is a good window for phased investments, but diversification and safety margins are essential.

A friendly reminder: these are just personal observations and strategies, not investment advice. Always consider your own risk tolerance.

Next, I’ll outline some U.S. stock sectors worth paying attention to, all tradable directly through OKX Wallet:

1. Buffett-style conservative U.S. stocks

Buffett’s core logic is to buy companies, not just stocks. He prefers firms with brand barriers, pricing power, and stable earnings. By 2026, 65% of his portfolio will be concentrated in:

Coca-Cola (KO): A classic cash cow, stable dividends, deep global brand moat.

Apple (AAPL): Even if Buffett has reduced holdings, its ecosystem remains strong, a core consumer asset.

American Express (AXP), Bank of America (BAC), Chevron (CVX): Financial + energy mix, defensive, with stable dividends.

These stocks are suitable for investors seeking long-term compound growth and peace of mind, with much lower volatility than crypto, serving as a solid asset foundation.

2. Duan Yongping’s high-quality U.S. stocks

Duan Yongping also insists “buying stocks is buying companies,” holding Apple long-term and increasing AI-related positions in 2026. His core holdings include:

Apple (AAPL): Ecosystem loyalty is high, a top core holding.

NVIDIA (NVDA): Even with some reduction, its AI ecosystem remains robust, not just a bubble.

3. 2026 World Cup-themed U.S. stocks

The 2026 World Cup presents a clear event-driven opportunity. Relevant sectors to watch:

Travel & Hospitality: Booking (BKNG), Airbnb (ABNB), Marriott (MAR), Hilton (HLT).

Payments: Visa (V), Mastercard (MA). Event-related consumption will boost performance.

These are stage-specific opportunities, suitable for investors who like event-driven, short-term trading.

Finally, a small tip:

Follow the diversified allocation approach—build core positions in Buffett- and Duan Yongping-style stable stocks (AAPL, KO, NVDA, etc.) via OKX Wallet for small-scale testing; combine with AI and World Cup-themed stocks for active trading, and participate globally with one click.

If you don’t have OKX Wallet yet, I strongly recommend downloading and creating one. Don’t limit your investment scope. With OKX Wallet, you can directly trade global core assets like Google and NVIDIA, bridging crypto and U.S. stock markets.

Today’s overview is brief. In my next live session, I’ll teach you how to analyze U.S. stock data, identify buy points, and fully understand the investment logic behind U.S. stocks.

Promise me, let’s build a global asset portfolio together and earn consistent profits!