Bitcoin’s failure to sustain its all-time high despite reaching nearly $125,000—and its waning momentum—highlight that even record-breaking rallies need follow-through or they risk sharp reversals. Similarly, Ethereum’s rejection at a potential new lifetime high and subsequent plunge, along with the deteriorating performance of crypto-leveraged stocks like MSTR, SBET, and Coinbase, underscore the fragility beneath headline success and the importance of sustainability over hype

The article shows how even experienced traders can be caught off guard when market reactions don’t align with expectations, reminding us that discipline and risk management are essential. It also highlights the importance of humility in trading, since no one can perfectly predict how markets will respond to economic data.