CZ's AMA on January 14th on Binance Square wasn't just a Q&A session for me—it felt like a 'market psychology autopsy' for those truly serious about crypto. Let's go over a few key points discussed in this AMA.
1️⃣ Meme coins – the sweet trap of the cycle
CZ essentially poured a bucket of cold water on the crowd drunk on profits from meme coins. When he said over 90% of meme coins will fail, it's not a prediction—it's a market statistic. For pro traders, meme coins are only short-term swing tools, not long-term assets. The real money-makers aren't those boasting profits, but those who enter early and exit at the right time. Most new investors only see a few x10, x50 cases, forgetting the thousands of tokens that go to zero. CZ reminds us of something everyone knows but no one wants to hear: virality does not equal value.
2️⃣ Beginners & futures – the account-destroying combo
I especially agree with the advice 'start small, avoid leverage.' This is the biggest mistake made by 90% of new traders. Futures don't kill you immediately—they let you win a few early trades to create the illusion of skill, then slowly drain your account. CZ fully understands this nature. He doesn't say futures are bad; he says those without enough experience shouldn't play. This is the mindset of long-term survivors: preserving capital matters more than profits. Pro traders don't ask 'How much can I make?', but 'What's my maximum loss?'
3️⃣ Altseason – it will definitely come, but it's not for the masses
CZ asserts that altseason is coming, but isn't confident about the timing or which coin will lead. And this is precisely professional thinking. Beginners always want a specific timeline and a 'coin to fly.' Those with experience understand: when altseason truly arrives, you must already be positioned when the market is still dull. By the time everyone is shouting, major profits have already gone to smart money. Altseason isn't a party for everyone—it's a game for those who prepare before the wave appears.
4️⃣ BNB – the builder's perspective, not the trader's
I really appreciate the way CZ talks about BNB: no price talk, no profit promises—just focus on the ecosystem, developers, and products. This is the mindset of someone building the foundation, not someone hunting for trades. And market reality always proves it: price is a consequence of value, not the cause. Projects that survive multiple cycles share one common trait: real community, real product, real capital flow.
5️⃣ Bitcoin 200k – not 'if' but 'when'
This statement clearly shows true caliber. Newcomers ask 'Will BTC go up?', while experienced ones ask 'When will large capital return strongest?'. CZ belongs to the second group. He doesn't see 200k as a trade target, but as a long-term belief grounded in cycles, adoption, and institutional capital flow. This isn't a short-term forecast—it's a strategic perspective.
6️⃣ On social media & crypto
CZ also spoke deeply about the role of Binance Square compared to X. In my view, this is a highly thought-provoking issue: every space has its dark side. When trading is tied to social media, emotions will dominate decisions. Pro traders know: the less influenced by the crowd, the higher the chance of success.
7️⃣ Personal takeaways
This AMA isn't for those who want quick wealth. It's for those serious about building a long-term journey in this market. CZ doesn't teach you how to enter trades—he teaches you how to survive before you can win. And in crypto, surviving is already a massive advantage.
🔥 For me, the biggest takeaway from this AMA is:
The market isn't lacking opportunities—what's missing is discipline and long-term thinking.
And you, what part of CZ's AMA made you think the most?
