Since early December, crypto's market dynamics tell an interesting story. The real outperformers? Tokens with strong community buzz and narrative-driven momentum—think $PENGU, #SPX6900 and similar projects that thrive regardless of whether the broader trend swings up or down. This kind of mindshare-driven asset class has consistently beaten traditional trend-following patterns. Meanwhile, the smaller-cap plays and micro-trend chasing rarely justify the risk-reward equation. Smart positioning means focusing allocation on assets with genuine staying power in the social conversation and ecosystem engagement, rather than getting scattered across low-conviction positions.