Current Thoughts on Dollar and Stablecoin Investments

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#1Feb 12, 2022, 02:26 AM
The dollar's value is climbing, and I’ve noticed stablecoin blockchains like Solana and Tron gaining traction. Are there any other risky assets worth looking into?
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j0hn.ga5Newbie
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#2Feb 12, 2022, 03:07 AM
Seems a bit too simplistic to me. Sure, holding dollars or stablecoins works for stashing cash or dodging market swings but calling them the "best assets" is reaching. A stablecoin is just a digital dollar wrapper. It has its uses, but upside potential? Not really. A screwdriver is useful too, but I’m not planning to marry one.
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#3Feb 12, 2022, 08:40 AM
You’re talking about dollar stablecoins like USDT and USDC, right? Those are all pegged to the dollar in a centralized way. They don't really have intrinsic value unless you’re comparing them to a weaker currency like NGN, and even then calling them safe is risky business. I mean, anything that can be frozen in your wallet isn’t exactly 안전한.
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#4Feb 12, 2022, 12:57 PM
I use stablecoins for the short game to dodge volatility. They help when I want to grab a hedging asset. But holding them long-term? That’s just dumb, unless you're staking and getting some APY to combat inflation. Long-term holding is like watching inflation eat away at your savings. Smart investors should just use them briefly.
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#5Feb 12, 2022, 05:51 PM
Risky is all about perspective. The dollar's dipped against the euro lately, but I bet you didn’t even notice since you see value through the USD lens. I still think Bitcoin is a solid hold, showing strength against geopolitical chaos and oil price spikes.
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#6Feb 12, 2022, 11:45 PM
But SOL and TRON aren’t stablecoins. They can fluctuate, while stablecoins like USDT are steady on their chains. If you want profits, go for volatile assets like SOL, TRON, or Bitcoin. Just be patient; the prices are currently low and it’s a good time to buy.
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SwiftForkMember
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#7Feb 13, 2022, 07:23 AM
That’s totally off. Solana and Tron tend to rise when Bitcoin does. Bitcoin goes up, consolidates, and then those altcoins follow. That’s just how it works. You sound kinda new to this, but asking questions here is a good start.
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greg2015Legendary
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#8Feb 14, 2022, 10:52 PM
True, even stablecoins aren’t risk-free, especially the centralized ones from those blockchains. Just saw that USDC froze millions in wallets due to some suspicious actions. It’s a reminder that risks are always around.
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