2026-01-09 01:24:36

VanEck's recent valuation model has sparked a lot of reflection—by 2050, Bitcoin could reach $2.9 million. At first glance, it sounds like a pipe dream, but it actually reflects the ongoing confidence of institutions in BTC's long-term value.

What is the significance of this forward-looking prediction? Frankly, it proves that the underlying narrative of the market is still strengthening. Short-term fluctuations and adjustments are inevitable, but if you extend your perspective, each correction is also an opportunity to accumulate. Long-term holders are never afraid of short-term noise.

Besides Bitcoin, the development of the Ethereum ecosystem is also worth paying attention to. For example, new projects related to Elon Musk concepts, like small tokens such as Puppies, have already been listed on more than ten exchanges, gradually finding their rhythm amid market volatility. The richness of the ecosystem itself is a reflection of market maturity.

That said, there is no absolute answer to this question—do you lean more towards long-term value investing, or are you more eager to find opportunities in short-term hot spots? Both approaches have their own logic. Why not share your thoughts?

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MetaMasked

· 01-11 18:54

290 million? Laughing to death, where did that number come from? Probably just a guess. If you're a long-term holder, you should have sold long ago. Now you're still telling stories. Puppies being listed on more than ten exchanges is considered a good thing? I see it more as a sign of dumping. Short-term accumulation opportunities? More like a signal of a rug pull. Is VanEck's model reliable? It feels like just a way to hype up institutional investors. Thinking about 2050 is premature; focus on how to get through next year first. Is ecological richness equal to maturity? Then Rug City is also very rich. Such predictions are just to fool newbies. Don't I know the tricks of the crypto world?

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VitaliksTwin

· 01-11 11:36

2.9 million, really? It feels like they're just storytelling again, but in the long run, it does make sense.

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FlatlineTrader

· 01-10 07:44

2.9 million dollars sounds pretty impressive, but to be honest, I'm more concerned about how much it can rise now. Who knows in 2050? I've heard the long-term holding argument too many times. The ones truly making money are those who dare to add positions at the bottom. I took a look at small coins like Puppies, and it seems a bit overhyped, but the ecosystem is indeed expanding. Which is better for short-term bottom fishing or long-term holding... my answer is neither, the hardest part is timing the market correctly. Institutions are optimistic, but as retail investors, we still need to manage our risk exposure.

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ZkProofPudding

· 01-10 04:48

2.9 million dollars? Just listen, I'm still going to keep buying the dip. Short-term fluctuations are meaningless; as long as the narrative persists, there's still hope. I didn't pay much attention to small coins like Puppies; I'm still focusing on Bitcoin and Ethereum. Long-term holders indeed aren't afraid of noise, just afraid of losing patience haha. The richness of the ecosystem sounds nice, but ultimately it depends on who can survive until the end.

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SudoRm-RfWallet/

· 01-09 01:54

2.9 million is indeed outrageous, but if we think about it over a longer period, maybe it's not that crazy? Anyway, I'm just holding passively. Short-term fluctuations are just here to give us a knife, whether we can handle it depends on our skills. I really don't understand these small coins; I always feel the risk outweighs the opportunity. Long-term holding sounds very appealing, but unfortunately, I panic whenever my coins drop. Talking about forward-looking predictions, isn't it just providing a backstory for institutional FOMO narratives? Actually, both approaches are just gambling—betting on whose prediction is correct. VanEck's forecasts always tend to be exaggerated to attract attention. It's good that institutions are optimistic, but what I care more about is how much is left in my wallet. Ecosystem richness ≠ real returns; don't be brainwashed by this kind of rhetoric. I've heard the phrase "pullback for accumulation" for two years, and I'm still at a loss.

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MoonBoi42

· 01-09 01:49

2.9 million USD... Just listen, I'll first stock up on my Bitcoin holdings before saying anything. Wait, Puppies is listed on more than ten exchanges? I haven't heard about that, I need to do some research. Short-term fluctuations, who cares? Anyway, I can't sell it anyway, haha. Institutions are hyping it up, we're bottom-fishing—that's the magic of Web3. Honestly, long-term holding sounds like a cliché, but it’s definitely less exhausting than chasing hot trends every day.

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OnlyOnMainnet

· 01-09 01:41

2.9 million is indeed crazy, but to be fair, VanEck and the others never shoot without aiming. If they’re optimistic, they’re truly optimistic. Who cares about short-term fluctuations? The key is to hold on. I usually don’t touch small coins like Puppies; ecological richness is one thing, but the risk is real. I think it still depends on individual risk preferences. People who go all-in for the long term and those chasing hot trends are basically living in two different worlds. Anyway, I am a steadfast hodler, and my sleep quality has improved a lot.

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LeekCutter

· 01-09 01:32

2.9 million USD? Uh... the institutions' predictions are really bold. I think I'll focus on the immediate gains first. Long-term is long-term, but who can live until 2050? That's hilarious. I don't dare to touch small coins like Puppies; they seem easy to get trapped in. Honestly, I want both short-term and long-term gains, but this greedy habit will eventually backfire. When short-term volatility hits, just buy the dip. Anyway, I'm already numb to it.

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SquidTeacher

· 01-09 01:30

$2.9 million? Haha, it sounds pretty impressive, but it's quite interesting how institutions play the guessing game. Don't look at the short term; it's easy to get cut. Just watch for a few more years, and everything will become clear. I'm actually a bit tempted by small-cap coins, but the risk is too high, so forget it.

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HallucinationGrower

· 01-09 01:25

2.9 million? I'm thinking about whether I should take a gamble or not. --- Bitcoin's current narrative is indeed impressive, but the real money is in the ecosystem. --- Short-term noise doesn't scare me; I'm only worried about running out of bullets... --- Puppies and other small coins may be popular, but just make sure you're not the one ending up holding the bag. --- Long-term holding sounds comfortable, but the key is to endure; not everyone can do it. --- It's easy to talk about it, but when a real correction happens, you still need mental resilience. --- Institutional endorsement means it's definitely reliable? Wake up, everyone. --- Ecosystem richness = maturity; who dares to say this logic is flawed? --- I just want to know how the 2.9 million figure was calculated; it feels a bit mysterious. --- Rather than obsessing over numbers, ask yourself if you can hold on until 2050.

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