Trader lost $111K after panic-selling $POPE tokens
He spent $200K USDC and exited with only $89K
The case highlights dangers of FOMO trading in crypto
FOMO Trading Leads to a Costly $111K Mistake
In a stark reminder of the dangers of emotional trading, one crypto trader lost a jaw-dropping $111,000 in under five minutes. The loss happened during a high-volatility moment in the $POPE token market—where hype, not fundamentals, drove trading decisions.
The trader entered with $200,000 in USDC, FOMO-buying a large quantity of $POPE. But the token’s price took an immediate nosedive right after his purchase, wiping out over half the investment in minutes. Out of panic, he exited at $89,000, cementing a $111,000 loss almost instantly.
How FOMO Can Wreck Crypto Portfolios
This type of scenario is not rare in the crypto space. FOMO—or “fear of missing out”—can push traders to act impulsively, especially with meme tokens that see sharp, unpredictable moves. In this case, the buyer jumped in without waiting for confirmation or market stability.
Unfortunately, as many others have learned the hard way, buying the top often leads to becoming exit liquidity for smarter or faster traders. The rapid pump-and-dump nature of meme tokens like $POPE makes them particularly risky for emotional entries.
Don't FOMO trade.
This guy lost $111K on $POPE in under 5 minutes.
He spent 200K $USDC to #FOMO buy $POPE, but right after his purchase, the price dropped sharply.
In a panic, he sold for just $89K—burning $111K in minutes.https://t.co/R27uhqIzA4 pic.twitter.com/TkYXH5bPPc
— Lookonchain (@lookonchain) May 3, 2025
Lessons for Retail Crypto Traders
This loss offers a harsh but valuable lesson: always trade with a plan. FOMO-driven decisions rarely end well. If a token has already pumped significantly, chances are high that you’re too late to catch the real gains.
Traders are advised to wait for confirmations, assess risk carefully, and avoid chasing green candles blindly. No matter how hyped the token, disciplined entries and exits are what truly protect your portfolio.
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