Only追value, not追the trend: A Web3 entrepreneur's ten-year investment philosophy

There is a person who has never bought any meme coins.

It’s not that he missed the opportunity, nor that he doesn’t understand the game—he simply doesn’t participate in this game at all. His name is Karnika E. Yashwant, and in the Web3 community, people call him Mr. KEY.

He dropped out of school at 14, and now he is a highly successful entrepreneur. He has more than 150 employees across multiple companies, with headquarters in Dubai—he calls this city the future digital自由 capital. Several blockchain projects have invited him to serve as a strategic advisor. But what truly sets him apart is not these titles, but his attitude towards investing.

Not chasing the next big surge, only faith

When asked why he never touches meme coins, his answer is straightforward: “When I invest, I don’t care about the price tomorrow. I only care about how much it’s worth in ten years.”

Sounds simple? But sticking to it is actually very difficult.

He bought Ethereum when it was $100, and again when it was $3500. He witnessed Ethereum drop below $1000 but never sold in panic. Why? “I believe Ethereum has always been undervalued. Bitcoin? A million-dollar asset—its price just hasn’t caught up yet.”

This logic isn’t affected by market conditions. While retail investors are still debating whether Bitcoin will rise to $175,000 or fall back to $45,000, Mr. KEY is already thinking five steps ahead about the trend.

“Making money only when you buy,” he says, “is not the same as when you sell. If you buy something because you truly understand its future value, you’ve already made a profit. The price just hasn’t caught up yet.”

Why most people lose money

He doesn’t hide the reasons behind retail investors’ failures: “They are inherently lacking the instinct to win. They want to be wealthy but aren’t prepared to endure pain, to stay calm amidst uncertainty, to think clearly in chaos.”

This is not arrogance, but reality. He has seen this play out repeatedly over hundreds of cycles—people abandoning prudent strategies for short-term hype. “Everyone says, ‘If I had bought Bitcoin in 2012, I would be rich now.’ But that’s not true. Most people sell after the price doubles or quintuples because they lack confidence.”

The truth about wealth accumulation: it’s not about chasing trends, but about becoming the kind of person who can withstand the test of trends.

His investment principles

First, do your own research

Mr. KEY never follows viral stories. Every investment is based on in-depth personal research—not superficial browsing, but a deep understanding of technology, teams, tokenomics, and even timing. If he cannot explain the value, he won’t touch it.

Second, observe the flow of smart money

Retail is passive; institutions are strategic. Mr. KEY quietly observes capital flows, patiently accumulates, and doesn’t boast on social media. He builds positions before others notice and exits before the crowd catches on.

Third, think in ten-year terms

A certain asset drops 40% next month? He doesn’t care. He’s concerned about the price trend in ten years. This long-term perspective allows him to grasp market rhythms, while others panic over short-term fluctuations.

Fourth, faith over convenience

Resisting market volatility requires more than strategies—it requires faith. He invests not just in assets, but in the results he’s willing to wait for.

Fifth, zoom out and stay quiet

The most important decisions are often not what to buy, but what to ignore. Mr. KEY streamlines his social circle, carefully filters information flows, and focuses on truly valuable information.

Sixth, firmly avoid meme coins

Not because he doesn’t understand how to play, but because he simply doesn’t participate. In his view, meme coins represent casino-style hype, not real value creation. “If you want quick dopamine rushes, go trade. But don’t confuse that with wealth accumulation.”

His portfolio—Bitcoin, Ethereum, plus carefully selected long-term infrastructure projects—is all based on practicality, foresight, and macro beliefs. It’s this mindset that allows him to profit in every cycle.

No shortcuts, only correct thinking

There are no magical tokens in crypto, no once-in-a-lifetime secret to getting rich. The key lies in a clear mindset.

Mr. KEY’s story isn’t about timing being perfect, but about always maintaining correct judgment. As he says: “You won’t become wealthy first and then find success. You will find success first, then become wealthy.”

Success begins as a mindset. Everything else follows.