• Web3 Jargons Decoded •
6️⃣ HODL
Textbook Definition:
An acronym originally derived from a misspelling of "hold" that refers to buy-and-hold strategies in the context of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Unfiltered Translation:
“Ignoring the panic and refusing to sell.”
💡 The Rollercoaster Analogy
Imagine you are on a massive rollercoaster. You paid $50 for the ticket. Halfway through, the ride drops 500 feet and everyone starts screaming.
• Selling → This is like jumping out of the car while it’s still moving because you’re scared. You get hurt, and you lose your $50.
• HODLing → This is closing your eyes, gripping the safety bar, and waiting for the ride to go back up to the top.
• The Goal → You only "win" the game if you stay in your seat until the ride ends at a higher point than where you started.
• Web3 Jargons Decoded •
5️⃣ FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt)
Textbook Definition:
A marketing or propaganda tactic used to spread negative, often misleading, information to influence perception or drive down the price of an asset.
Unfiltered Translation:
“Rumors used to scare you into selling.”
💡 The Fire Alarm Analogy
Imagine you are in a crowded cinema watching a movie. Suddenly, someone in the back yells, "FIRE!"
• The FUD (Scenario A) → There is no fire. The person just wants everyone to run out so they can steal the popcorn and take the best seats. They are spreading fear to profit from your panic.
• The Reality (Scenario B) → There is actually smoke coming from the kitchen. The person is trying to save your life
I am glad to have had that discussion with you!
You are absolutely right. The financial side of Web3 is important, but with everyone promoting trading apps and hunting for liquidity, you really have to wonder who is left to actually be the 'customer.' There is so much more utility we can build alongside the NFTs, liquidity and asset trading.
Are NFTs still worth buying today?🤔In 2022, Justin Bieber bought a Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT for around $1.3 million at the peak of the hype.
Today, its value has crashed to nearly $12k
#Athread👇🏾👇🏾
Some days ago, I and my good friend @uc_himself were talking about how the Web3 spaces is now clouded with noise, everyone going for liquidity, trading, NFTs, and asset related aspects.
My point? There’s so much to do, so much more innovations yet unlocked in the Web3 space that we can still work on, doesn’t really have to be assets related. I can bring about those innovations, you can too🙂↔️🫵
In this episode, Valentine (@Val__Blaze ) of @JetPad_Finance walks us through how they’re building a smart wallet designed to make digital assets practical, accessible, and relevant for real-world use.
JetPad Finance is focused on simplifying Web3 by enabling users to buy, send, swap, and use crypto for everyday transactions — including bill payments and cross-border transfers. By leveraging stablecoins and blockchain infrastructure, they are helping bridge the gap between digital finance and daily economic activity across Africa.
Catch the full conversation on our YouTube Channel
https://t.co/vi4SLyk4ny
Solana’s growing dominance in Africa is no fluke.
Across the continent, more startups are building everything from DeFi apps to consumer fintech on Solana, largely driven by users demanding faster and cheaper payment rails.
But beyond the tech, how does Solana leverage community-led distribution to accelerate adoption in emerging markets like Nigeria?
Join @Harri_obi and @lagunacarta this Monday for a special ‘Solana @ 6’ X Space, where they’ll break down the ecosystem growth playbook; from grassroots communities and developer pipelines to fintech integrations across the region.
The Anambra Web3 Community is excited to partner with B3T to continue strengthening the Web3 ecosystem in the region.
Communities are the backbone of innovation, and we’re proud to bring our builders, creators, and learners into this experience.
See you all in Enugu on April 11th. 🚀
It’s only right I drop the recap 😌
Superteam Solana Vibes was pure energy, learning, networking, games, conversations, merch, and new people entering Web3 for the first time.
Laughter and real community moments all around.
We really had fun.
Gm everybody 😂❤️