Regarding $RIVER and other cryptocurrencies, many people are still torn between stable spot trading and contract trading for higher returns. But honestly, this choice itself is outdated.

The key issue has never been about which tool to use, but about your trading logic.

Many still cling to the old routine of "buy and hold" in spot trading. But what’s the result? The coins in their hands are trapped, and it’s common to see accounts shrink by 80% or 90%. The era of casually picking a coin and waiting for it to double has long gone. Whether in spot or contracts, to achieve stable profits, you need to seize swing opportunities.

Look at the current market situation: out of hundreds of coins, only a few can truly rise 1 to 3 times, and imagining a coin skyrocketing dozens of times is basically wishful thinking. Earning a solid 10% to 30% return is already considered a good achievement.

Many people stubbornly hold onto spot holdings, ending up with only their initial capital. To break even, the coin price needs to increase tenfold, which is almost impossible to achieve.

In the long run, the trend of the crypto market will gradually resemble that of traditional financial markets, with volatility becoming more subdued, and early opportunities for sudden wealth will fade away. In such an environment, only two types of people can consistently make money: those with sufficient capital, or those skilled at capturing market volatility.

Rather than repeatedly debating whether spot or contract trading is better, it’s better to focus on developing your swing trading mindset. Make the most of each market phase, accumulate small wins, and you’ll be more stable in the 2026 market.