Are We Traders or Just Gamblers?

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0xHashMember
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#1May 11, 2019, 03:39 AM
Are we really gamblers or just savvy traders and investors? It's a question we should all ponder as we deal with this wild crypto space.
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shard_2013Full Member
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#2May 11, 2019, 05:26 AM
If it’s not gambling, then what is it? Just high-risk investing? I prefer to play it safe with Bitcoin for the long haul.
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0xHashMember
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#3May 13, 2019, 12:13 AM
Honestly, trading feels risky enough that I’d rather just hold onto my coins. Long-term investing seems way smarter.
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#4May 13, 2019, 01:38 AM
Yeah, but if you can’t handle trading losses, maybe stick to investing. Trading can be super risky, and some don't realize that.
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kevin2015Member
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#5May 13, 2019, 06:49 AM
All investments carry risks, though. Even Bitcoin has its downsides. People mix up gambling and investing because of that.
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noty0urkeysSenior Member
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#6May 13, 2019, 12:08 PM
Exactly! Gambling's about fun and profit, while trading should be a financial strategy. If you’re just enjoying the candlesticks, it’s more like gambling.
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nova69Member
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#7May 15, 2019, 06:10 AM
True, trading isn't gambling, but it can turn into one if you treat it like a game of chance. People often use use and then lose it all.
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wagmiNewbie
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#8May 15, 2019, 02:11 PM
For sure, luck shouldn’t dictate trading! If you're just hoping for a quick win without a plan, you’re not trading, you’re gambling.
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s3ed365Full Member
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#9May 15, 2019, 07:20 PM
Yeah, the difference is clear to me: trading is about skills, while gambling is just luck. But still, many confuse them.
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0xHawkMember
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#10May 15, 2019, 09:55 PM
You’re right! But in the end, traders and gamblers often meet the same fate losses. Better to invest long-term.
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#11May 17, 2019, 03:41 AM
Interesting point! Surveys show many traders actually lose money. It’s risky out there, especially with high use.
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degen420Member
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#12May 17, 2019, 04:06 AM
People think trading is like gambling because of the risks. But with the right skills and strategies, you can influence your trades and profits.
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shrimpNewbie
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#13May 17, 2019, 08:01 AM
Don’t jump into trading without skills! If you don’t know what you’re doing, hodling Bitcoin is a better choice.
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#14May 17, 2019, 12:45 PM
Totally agree! Many traders chase huge profits and end up flipping instead of making calculated risks.
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0xLedgerFull Member
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#15May 17, 2019, 04:05 PM
Confidence is key! A lot of newbies keep their strategies in demo mode. Gotta test them out in real markets.
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#16May 17, 2019, 08:24 PM
Preach! The mindset difference is huge. Gamblers rely on luck, while traders focus on strategy and analysis.
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lonenonceFull Member
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#17May 19, 2019, 03:58 PM
Trading is just a business! It’s all about buying low and selling high. Panic selling just leads to losses.
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#18May 19, 2019, 06:50 PM
Not all forms of trading are alike though. Some, like derivatives, feel way too much like gambling to me.
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#19May 20, 2019, 08:04 AM
I prefer spot trading too. It’s less risky if you know your stuff! Gains might be smaller, but so are the losses.
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c1pher_viperFull Member
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#20May 20, 2019, 04:36 PM
Bitcoin trading can get risky, especially with use. Buying it to hold long-term is often the safest bet.
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