Day of 2025-10-12

Got running early this morning and finally settled into a productive rhythm. There’s something refreshing about starting the day with focus, especially when the Hive markets and projects are keeping things exciting.

Hive Engine and the Ongoing DDoS Situation

Hive Engine has been facing a series of DDoS attacks over the past few days, which caused some performance hiccups across the network. While enough nodes are still online and functioning, many users simply don’t know where to find them or how to connect. That’s why I decided to write a small manual to help people locate reliable nodes and stay connected even during these disruptions.

https://ecency.com/hive-167922/@master-lamps/ddos-attacks-on-hive-engine-node-network-whats-going-on-and-how-to-stay-connected-9tp

LGN Bet Completion and Gains

The LGN bet wrapped up successfully, and I’m happy to report an 8% gain from it. It wasn’t the biggest move I’ve made, but steady returns like this always add up over time. My next plan is to stake those earnings to compound the results and strengthen my overall portfolio position.

Progress on the ALIVE Bet

The ALIVE bet is nearing completion, and the performance has been promising so far. I’ve been accumulating more tokens at lower prices, preparing for another potential push upward. Currently, the position is up around 11%, and I plan to stake those gains as well once it’s complete.

$SURGE Sells Out

The $SURGE token officially sold out yesterday, marking another milestone for the #inleo project. With the sellout, the initial discount phase has ended. It’s always interesting to watch how quickly these opportunities disappear once the community catches on. The demand for $SURGE has clearly been strong, and it’s another example of how active and responsive the Hive market can be. Those who missed the early price might need to wait for the next round or dip.

Playing Around with $SURGE Performance

I started experimenting a bit with $SURGE tokens, mainly to see how the post-discount trading activity would unfold. Based on the discounted price, holders have already gained around 53%, which is impressive in such a short time. Personally, my portfolio shows about 46% in $SURGE gains and 52% in $HIVE, which balances nicely between liquidity and growth potential. The $SURGE gains feel especially rewarding because of the token’s utility within the ecosystem. It’s proving to be more than just a speculative play — there’s real use and momentum behind it.

Market Movements and $HIVE Drop

Like the rest of the crypto market, $HIVE saw a significant drop yesterday, mainly triggered by the news of new U.S. tariffs on China. The initial reaction was sharp — around a 35% dip — but the market did manage to recover slightly afterward.

Even with the rebound, we’re still sitting lower than expected, which has left traders a bit cautious going into the weekend. Despite the dip, early indicators suggest that some sectors are already pricing in higher valuations again. It’s another reminder that volatility is part of the game, and patient holders often come out stronger when the market settles.