X (Twitter) Guide: Navigating the Crypto Jungle Safely
X (formerly Twitter) is the beating heart of the crypto world. It's where the most important discussions happen, new projects are announced, and you can feel the pulse of the market. But it's also a dangerous place. These rules will help you stay safe.
The Golden Rule: Ignore (Almost) All Direct Messages (DMs)!
99% of all unsolicited DMs in the crypto space are scam attempts. Scammers will pose as support staff, famous influencers, or project founders. They will promise you exclusive offers, help with problems, or secret airdrops. Their only goal is to lure you to a phishing site or steal your seed phrase. **Do not reply. Block them immediately.**
How to Find Reputable Accounts to Follow
Your timeline on X is only as good as the accounts you follow. Here are some tips for building a high-quality source of information:
Find the Right People
The first step is to follow the most important founders, developers, and analysts. We've compiled a list of the most influential figures to help you get started. To the "Who's Who" Guide →
Official Project Accounts
Follow the official accounts of the projects that interest you (e.g., @ethereum, @solana, @doodles). Look for the blue or gold checkmark, but be aware that even these can be compromised. Always compare the account with the link on the project's official website.
Beware of "Shillers"
Be extremely skeptical of accounts that constantly promote new, unknown coins and promise extreme price increases. They are often paid for this ("shilling") and have no real interest in the long-term success of the project.
Your First Step: Follow Me!
The best start is to follow me! I regularly share updates, analyses, and warn about current scams.
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My Personal Recommendations
What I can say is that these profiles are good people, or at least have been for a long time. But beware: Any account can be hacked. Never click on links in DMs and always be cautious!
@tedpillows
An ETH maxi, trader, lives in Amsterdam and provides a good overview of the current crypto situation.
@happy_dood_
An NFT king - builds his own projects and always wants to give back. A good man!
@TylerDurden
A Bitcoin trader, makes funny posts, but also charts where the journey is headed.
@reesistancee
A Czech NFT vulture who always has a good nose for new projects.
@NathanHeadPhoto
A funny guy.
@Varrior7777
My favorite memecoin trader.
@trader1sz
An honest trader who always posts his opinion. I like his style.
@FFVV1211
A bullish guy who has a good sense for new projects.
@joeyMooose
A humorous crypto account.
@naiivememe
Only posts crypto memes - very funny.