Trader’s $111K Loss in 5 Minutes Highlights Perils of FOMO Trading in Crypto
A cryptocurrency trader’s reckless pursuit of quick gains turned disastrous, with $111,000 evaporating in just five minutes. The incident underscores the dangers of FOMO-driven trading in volatile meme coins.
Blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain revealed the trader spent 200,000 USDC to buy POPE, a low-liquidity meme coin, only to panic-sell moments later for $89,000 as the price collapsed. The episode serves as a stark reminder of the risks inherent in chasing trending assets without proper due diligence.