Billionaires who avoid meme coins: Why a ten-year perspective can outperform short-term speculation

He never buys meme coins.

It’s not that he missed the opportunity, but that he simply has no interest. Karnika E. Yashwant, known as “Mr. KEY” in the Web3 circle, dropped out of school at 14 to start a business. Now he manages multiple Web3 companies with over 150 employees based in Dubai, which he regards as the “digital freedom capital.”

Unlike most trend chasers, Mr. KEY never plays the guessing game of price rises and falls. His logic is straightforward: truly understand what you’re buying, then evaluate it on a ten-year scale.

“I never look at tomorrow when I invest, only whether it’s worth it in ten years,” he says.

Block out the noise and focus on fundamentals

Regarding market opinions, Mr. KEY’s approach sounds simple but is difficult to execute—turn off public opinion, study the fundamentals, and allocate assets with an institutional mindset rather than a retail mentality.

He bought Ethereum when it was $100, bought again at $3,500, and still holds. He experienced the panic when it dropped below $1,000 but remained unwavering. Why?

“Ethereum has always been undervalued. Bitcoin? I think it’s a million-dollar asset; it just hasn’t reached that price yet.”

This judgment isn’t based on market sentiment but on a set framework. While retail investors are still debating whether Bitcoin will rise to 175,000 or fall back to 45,000, he’s already thinking about the next five steps.

“Making money is decided at the time of purchase; selling is just verifying the result.” His view aligns with the author of “Rich Dad Poor Dad.” “If you buy something because you understand its future value, you’ve already made a profit; the price just hasn’t reflected it yet.”

Why retail investors always lose

Mr. KEY is blunt about the reasons most investors fail:

“They lack the instinct to win. They want wealth but aren’t prepared to endure pain, stay calm amid uncertainty, or think clearly in chaos.”

This isn’t mockery but his observation after witnessing hundreds of cycles. There are too many examples of people abandoning prudent strategies for short-term speculation.

“Everyone says, ‘If I had bought Bitcoin in 2012, I’d be rich now.’ But they can’t do it. Most sell when the price doubles or quintuples because they lack confidence.”

Wealth isn’t built by chasing trends but by becoming someone who can withstand the test of the trend.

His investment logic has six pillars

First, do your own research

Mr. KEY doesn’t follow influencers or viral topics. Every investment comes from in-depth research—not quick browsing, but thorough understanding of technology, teams, token models, and timing. If he can’t explain the value clearly, he doesn’t invest.

Second, follow smart money

Retail investors are passive; institutional investors have strategies. He quietly observes capital flows, patiently builds positions, doesn’t boast on social media, and gets in early before others notice.

Third, think in ten-year terms

A 40% drop next month? He doesn’t care. What matters is what it will be in ten years. This perspective allows him to ride the waves while others are crushed by short-term volatility.

Fourth, conviction over convenience

Enduring volatility requires more than strategy—it requires confidence. He invests not just in assets but in the results he’s willing to wait for.

Fifth, stay away from noise and stay low-profile

The most important decisions are often what not to buy and what to ignore. He simplifies his social circle, carefully selects information sources, and focuses on what truly matters.

Sixth, meme coins are forever out of reach

Mr. KEY doesn’t even touch meme coins. Not because he doesn’t understand the game, but because he simply doesn’t play. In his view, meme coins represent casino mentality rather than value.

“Quick stimulation? Go trade. But don’t confuse that with wealth accumulation.”

His portfolio—Bitcoin, Ethereum, and carefully selected infrastructure projects—is based on practicality, foresight, and macro beliefs. It’s this mindset that keeps him winning year after year.

In conclusion

There are no shortcuts in crypto, no magic coins, no “once-in-a-lifetime secret to getting rich.” The key is clear thinking.

Mr. KEY’s story isn’t about seizing the first opportunity but about always maintaining correct judgment. As he says:

“You don’t become rich first and then succeed. You succeed first, then become rich.”

In this world, success starts with mindset, and everything else will follow.