As TVL continues to grow, our fundamentals don’t change. All doubters will inevitably be disproven. We will continue to keep our heads down and deliver.
While most projects pivot every cycle, our focus remains on building a sustainable platform where developers can thrive and build their businesses.
The team is more locked in than ever @michaelfkong and @AndreCronjeTech at the head of the table guiding the team through highs and lows. Steadfast on the future and rapidly curating the most developer focused chain in the history of web3.
While new chains are spun up weekly to cash in on the sequencer fee “gold rush” and extract value from the overall web3 ecosystem, Sonic paves a way for a new concept of fee monetization for all builders on chain.
Soon, applications will start to realize there is no need to pay “the man” a tax to run their own protocol efficiently. Builders will take the helm of their business and choose what levers to pull on Sonic to get the best out of their product. The combination of fee monetization, gas subsidy, dynamic gas fees and native account abstraction will make Sonic an undeniable destination for the brightest and most prolific builders in the space. Soon, all apps across web3 will be able to cut out the middleman and generate a sustainable business model from the ground up while we provide the infrastructure for all to be great.
Those who preach “Ethereum” alignment are only here to capitalize on the financial opportunity of price gauging sequencer fees while they run centralized off chain solutions for a fraction of the cost.
Don’t be fooled by the Walmarts of blockchain. Look past the branding and embellishment. Sonic allows you to build and earn, it’s as simple as that. You deserve to get rich off your apps success, not the Silicon Valley middlemen.
I’m incredibly proud of what the @SonicLabs team has accomplished with this launch.
Sonic represents the culmination of over two and a half years of hard work by the technical team, who redesigned and optimised the entire execution stack of the Opera Chain, as well as many others improvements such as to the database / storage. This makes operating nodes far easier and cheaper.
What this means is: faster, more scalable, and safer transactions for users, meaning developers can build the apps they want. And it will only get better from this v1.0 release.
I honestly believe that @Soniclabs now has the best distributed ledger technology in the industry.
However in the end what matters is giving customers what they want. Technology is simply part of that equation. We’ve listened to our customers (i.e users and developers) and thanks to our business development team, we’re having many new features and infrastructure that we did not have on Opera. Developers can also earn as much as 90% of transactions fees via “Fee Monetization”.
Coupled with a massive incentive program for the whole chain and a new approach to marketing, Sonic has the ability to grow super fast.
Ever wonder why crypto markets bounce back hard after a flash crash, only to sink again? 🤔 If you've been caught chasing those bounces, this thread is for you. Let's break down the mechanics so you can trade smarter next time.
1/ Flash Crashes: The Panic You Can Profit From
A flash crash is when prices plummet suddenly, usually due to a mix of panic selling, cascading liquidations, and thin liquidity.
It’s dramatic and scary—but understanding it can save (or make) you money.
Here’s what happens behind the scenes…
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2/ Why the Market Bounces Back So Quickly
After the crash, you’ll often see an immediate and sharp rebound. Why?
Buyers love discounts: Smart money swoops in on undervalued assets.
Bots join the action: Algorithmic traders exploit the oversold conditions for quick gains.
Short-covering rallies: Traders who shorted into the crash buy back to lock in profits, adding upward pressure.
This is why the bounce feels so strong—it’s a mix of algorithms, opportunistic buyers, and traders covering positions.
--
3/ But That Bounce Rarely Lasts… Here’s Why
The post-crash rally isn’t built on solid ground. The market often revisits (or even breaks) the crash lows. Why?
Fleeting demand: The bounce is driven by short-term traders, not long-term investors.
Panic continues: People who froze during the crash sell into the rally, fearing it’s their last chance.
More liquidations: If leverage hasn’t been fully flushed out, additional forced selling drags prices lower.
Weak confidence: Buyers want confirmation of a bottom, but if sentiment stays bearish, they sit out.
The result? A double-dip.
--
4/ Flash Crashes Reveal Market Weakness
These events are a symptom of deeper problems:
Thin order books: There isn’t enough liquidity to absorb big moves.
Over-leveraged traders: Excessive borrowing fuels volatile unwinds.
Herd behavior: When panic hits, everyone runs for the exit.
Until these issues stabilize, volatility will remain high, and retests of crash lows are common.
--
5/ How to Trade Smarter During Flash Crashes
Don’t FOMO the bounce: The first rebound is often a trap.
Wait for a base: Look for consolidation or higher lows before entering.
Set alerts, not emotions: Focus on key levels like the crash low or previous support.
Understand liquidity: Thin markets = more extreme moves. If the order book looks empty, be cautious.
Patience wins in these environments.
--
6/ A Practical Takeaway
Flash crashes are scary, but they’re also predictable once you understand the mechanics.
Immediate bounces are reflexive, not sustainable.
True bottoms take time to form.
Leveraged traders often dig their own graves, providing opportunities for the prepared.
The key? Trade the setup, not the emotion.
--
7/ Learn from This, Don’t Chase It
If you’ve been burned in a flash crash—or tempted to chase a bounce—use this as a chance to learn.
These patterns repeat themselves over and over in crypto. The more you understand them, the better your edge.
--
8/ Final Thoughts
Flash crashes expose market weaknesses but also create opportunities for the disciplined trader.
The next time you see one, don’t react emotionally—observe the patterns, follow the liquidity, and trade with intention.
What’s your approach to flash crashes? Are they opportunities or something to avoid?
Ever wonder why crypto markets bounce back hard after a flash crash, only to sink again? 🤔 If you've been caught chasing those bounces, this thread is for you. Let's break down the mechanics so you can trade smarter next time.
1/ Flash Crashes: The Panic You Can Profit From
A flash crash is when prices plummet suddenly, usually due to a mix of panic selling, cascading liquidations, and thin liquidity.
It’s dramatic and scary—but understanding it can save (or make) you money.
Here’s what happens behind the scenes…
--
2/ Why the Market Bounces Back So Quickly
After the crash, you’ll often see an immediate and sharp rebound. Why?
Buyers love discounts: Smart money swoops in on undervalued assets.
Bots join the action: Algorithmic traders exploit the oversold conditions for quick gains.
Short-covering rallies: Traders who shorted into the crash buy back to lock in profits, adding upward pressure.
This is why the bounce feels so strong—it’s a mix of algorithms, opportunistic buyers, and traders covering positions.
--
3/ But That Bounce Rarely Lasts… Here’s Why
The post-crash rally isn’t built on solid ground. The market often revisits (or even breaks) the crash lows. Why?
Fleeting demand: The bounce is driven by short-term traders, not long-term investors.
Panic continues: People who froze during the crash sell into the rally, fearing it’s their last chance.
More liquidations: If leverage hasn’t been fully flushed out, additional forced selling drags prices lower.
Weak confidence: Buyers want confirmation of a bottom, but if sentiment stays bearish, they sit out.
The result? A double-dip.
--
4/ Flash Crashes Reveal Market Weakness
These events are a symptom of deeper problems:
Thin order books: There isn’t enough liquidity to absorb big moves.
Over-leveraged traders: Excessive borrowing fuels volatile unwinds.
Herd behavior: When panic hits, everyone runs for the exit.
Until these issues stabilize, volatility will remain high, and retests of crash lows are common.
--
5/ How to Trade Smarter During Flash Crashes
Don’t FOMO the bounce: The first rebound is often a trap.
Wait for a base: Look for consolidation or higher lows before entering.
Set alerts, not emotions: Focus on key levels like the crash low or previous support.
Understand liquidity: Thin markets = more extreme moves. If the order book looks empty, be cautious.
Patience wins in these environments.
--
6/ A Practical Takeaway
Flash crashes are scary, but they’re also predictable once you understand the mechanics.
Immediate bounces are reflexive, not sustainable.
True bottoms take time to form.
Leveraged traders often dig their own graves, providing opportunities for the prepared.
The key? Trade the setup, not the emotion.
--
7/ Learn from This, Don’t Chase It
If you’ve been burned in a flash crash—or tempted to chase a bounce—use this as a chance to learn.
These patterns repeat themselves over and over in crypto. The more you understand them, the better your edge.
--
8/ Final Thoughts
Flash crashes expose market weaknesses but also create opportunities for the disciplined trader.
The next time you see one, don’t react emotionally—observe the patterns, follow the liquidity, and trade with intention.
What’s your approach to flash crashes? Are they opportunities or something to avoid?
Ever wonder why crypto markets bounce back hard after a flash crash, only to sink again? 🤔 If you've been caught chasing those bounces, this thread is for you. Let's break down the mechanics so you can trade smarter next time.
1/ Flash Crashes: The Panic You Can Profit From
A flash crash is when prices plummet suddenly, usually due to a mix of panic selling, cascading liquidations, and thin liquidity.
It’s dramatic and scary—but understanding it can save (or make) you money.
Here’s what happens behind the scenes…
--
2/ Why the Market Bounces Back So Quickly
After the crash, you’ll often see an immediate and sharp rebound. Why?
Buyers love discounts: Smart money swoops in on undervalued assets.
Bots join the action: Algorithmic traders exploit the oversold conditions for quick gains.
Short-covering rallies: Traders who shorted into the crash buy back to lock in profits, adding upward pressure.
This is why the bounce feels so strong—it’s a mix of algorithms, opportunistic buyers, and traders covering positions.
--
3/ But That Bounce Rarely Lasts… Here’s Why
The post-crash rally isn’t built on solid ground. The market often revisits (or even breaks) the crash lows. Why?
Fleeting demand: The bounce is driven by short-term traders, not long-term investors.
Panic continues: People who froze during the crash sell into the rally, fearing it’s their last chance.
More liquidations: If leverage hasn’t been fully flushed out, additional forced selling drags prices lower.
Weak confidence: Buyers want confirmation of a bottom, but if sentiment stays bearish, they sit out.
The result? A double-dip.
--
4/ Flash Crashes Reveal Market Weakness
These events are a symptom of deeper problems:
Thin order books: There isn’t enough liquidity to absorb big moves.
Over-leveraged traders: Excessive borrowing fuels volatile unwinds.
Herd behavior: When panic hits, everyone runs for the exit.
Until these issues stabilize, volatility will remain high, and retests of crash lows are common.
--
5/ How to Trade Smarter During Flash Crashes
Don’t FOMO the bounce: The first rebound is often a trap.
Wait for a base: Look for consolidation or higher lows before entering.
Set alerts, not emotions: Focus on key levels like the crash low or previous support.
Understand liquidity: Thin markets = more extreme moves. If the order book looks empty, be cautious.
Patience wins in these environments.
--
6/ A Practical Takeaway
Flash crashes are scary, but they’re also predictable once you understand the mechanics.
Immediate bounces are reflexive, not sustainable.
True bottoms take time to form.
Leveraged traders often dig their own graves, providing opportunities for the prepared.
The key? Trade the setup, not the emotion.
--
7/ Learn from This, Don’t Chase It
If you’ve been burned in a flash crash—or tempted to chase a bounce—use this as a chance to learn.
These patterns repeat themselves over and over in crypto. The more you understand them, the better your edge.
--
8/ Final Thoughts
Flash crashes expose market weaknesses but also create opportunities for the disciplined trader.
The next time you see one, don’t react emotionally—observe the patterns, follow the liquidity, and trade with intention.
What’s your approach to flash crashes? Are they opportunities or something to avoid?