Do You Still Trust Crypto Influencers — Or Nah?

The influencer space has certainly evolved, and distinguishing between genuine insights and paid promotions can be tricky. In 2025, there are still some voices worth following for solid, unbiased advice. Here’s what to look out for:


  1. Who to follow:
    • Independent Researchers & Analysts: People like Lark Davis and Benjamin Cowen still provide detailed analysis and long-term perspectives. They tend to focus on market fundamentals and broad trends rather than chasing short-term pumps.
    • YouTubers like Coin Bureau (Guy) and DataDash offer deep dives into various crypto topics with thorough research and transparency.
    • Community-driven influencers: Folks like The Moon and Crypto Banter have managed to build large communities and often discuss broader market trends rather than focusing purely on speculative altcoins.
  2. Independent vs. YouTubers/Twitter Influencers: It’s a mix. YouTubers and Twitter personalities can provide a quick snapshot of market sentiment and trends, but for actionable, reliable data, I lean toward independent researchers who consistently analyze macro trends, market data, and project fundamentals over time. It’s more about quality than quantity.
  3. Red flags to spot a shill:
    • Excessive hype without substance: If someone’s constantly pushing a coin or project without ever giving a deep dive into the tokenomics, development team, or long-term viability, that’s a red flag.
    • Promises of massive returns: Claims like "Guaranteed 100x" or "Next big coin" without proper risk disclaimers often point to promotions rather than genuine insight.
    • Lack of transparency: If someone’s pushing a product or token but fails to disclose paid promotions or connections with the project, it’s a huge red flag.
    • Sudden shifts in tone: If an influencer suddenly starts shilling projects they never mentioned before, or if their content becomes more focused on affiliate links and promotions, it’s usually a sign they’re being compensated for it.

Ultimately, it’s important to follow people who consistently provide educational content, offer a critical analysis of the space, and show a genuine interest in educating their audience, rather than purely profiting from it.
 
Totally agree—it's gotten harder to separate genuine insights from promo noise. I still follow a few independent researchers who post data-backed threads without hype. Red flags for me: constant low-cap shills, no clear disclaimers, or recycled takes. Always cross-check info and follow those who show consistent, transparent analysis.
 
It’s wild how the line between genuine insight and marketing has blurred. In 2025, credibility means more than follower count. I lean toward researchers with skin in the game—those who share losses, not just wins. A red flag? When someone promotes five “next 100x” tokens in a single week.
 
As someone new to crypto, it’s tough figuring out who to trust. I’ve been leaning toward independent researchers who explain things clearly without hyping every project. If someone’s always pushing “guaranteed moonshots” without showing risks, that’s a red flag for me. Still learning, but transparency feels like a solid guide.
 
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