Recently came across a case that was a bit heartbreaking— a guy in his 90s lost 6 million directly on altcoins. Watching his story, and then looking at the current state of coins like SHIB, ZEC, and FIL, I can't help but wonder: Are altcoins still alive or dead?

Honestly, the past couple of years, altcoins have been really tough to navigate. The big waves have washed away many, and there aren't as many opportunities as people once thought. Many entered with high hopes, only to face various losses. That guy's 6 million loss is just the tip of the iceberg.

Interestingly, recently, a paid app called "死了么" ("Is It Dead?") appeared at the top of the App Store's ranking, reaching the number one spot. The core logic of this app is simple—designed specifically for people living alone, users set up emergency contacts, and are required to check in within the app daily. If they miss check-ins for several days in a row, the system automatically sends an email notification to their emergency contacts.

It seems unrelated, but behind the popularity of this app, it reflects a certain anxiety—people need more security and reassurance. The same applies in the crypto world: when your assets in your account keep shrinking, that sense of helplessness can really consume you. So rather than obsessing over the ups and downs of altcoins, it's better to manage your own risks first.