Hayes Slams Berachain TGE: The Risks of Overpricing Crypto Tokens

Renowned investor and former BitMEX CEO Arthur Hayes has strongly criticized the Berachain (BERA) token generation event (TGE) and similar projects for launching at excessively high floor prices.
According to Hayes, Berachain’s developers, like many other altcoin creators, artificially inflate starting prices to attract early adopters with impressive metrics. However, this strategy often backfires, leading to sharp price declines, investor disappointment, and a loss of trust in the project.
Arthur Hayes urged crypto project teams to collaborate more actively with market makers and centralized exchanges to establish fair pricing and avoid sharp price drops. Extreme volatility can create a sense of instability among investors, reinforcing the perception of the crypto market as a speculative space.
The practice of overpricing at launch is becoming increasingly common, especially in a competitive environment where projects rush to secure funding. However, long-term success depends not just on an initial valuation but on the quality of the product, team transparency, and real utility for users.
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Experienced investors and analysts advise focusing on fundamental indicators rather than market hype. Hayes’ critique is a crucial reminder that transparent pricing and collaboration with market professionals are key to building a sustainable and trustworthy crypto ecosystem.
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