12 Crypto Trading Lessons: Niche Focus, Risk Management & AI

Trader Miles Deutscher shares 12 crypto trading lessons distilled from six years and multi-million-dollar investments. He urges a niche focus—DeFi, NFTs or on-chain tactics—to define your market edge and invest 99% of your effort there. Only trade assets you fully understand and follow market narratives, as capital flows often drive prices more than fundamentals. Execution demands disciplined trade planning: set clear entry, exit and stop-loss levels, apply strict position sizing, let winners run and cut losers quickly to harness momentum. Portfolio management centers on 5–10 high-conviction holdings. Use altcoins for gains and consistently accumulate Bitcoin (BTC) as a core asset. In bullish cycles, lock in profits via stablecoins or fiat and transfer funds to cold storage to prevent overtrading. Finally, maintain systematic record-keeping and leverage AI analytics to identify blind spots and refine strategies. These crypto trading lessons enhance risk management, optimize performance and support long-term returns.