The crypto markets never sleep, but they definitely have different personalities across trading sessions. During the Asia session, you're looking at an accumulation phase—price tends to consolidate within a tight range as smart money quietly builds their positions. Liquidity flows in gradually, and those in the know are stacking sats or altcoins without drawing much attention.



When London opens, things get messy. This is where you see the manipulation play out. False breakouts become common, stop-losses get hunted aggressively, and retail traders find themselves trapped in losing positions. The volatility picks up, but the direction often feels artificial.

Then New York kicks in with the distribution phase. This is when serious volume arrives and the real directional move typically establishes itself. Institutions start unwinding positions or confirming trends, and that's when the market finally shows its true colors. Understanding these three phases can completely change how you time your entries and exits.
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