Investment Principles and Philosophy

Let’s be clear: my investment principles aren’t for the faint of heart or the smooth-brained. They’re forged in the trenches of Crypto Twitter and polished with the finesse of a degen who actually reads the whitepapers. I’m here to protect capital, stack gains, and laugh at those who think they can FOMO their way to riches. If you’re not ready to handle sharp insights wrapped in sarcasm, this probably isn’t the portfolio for you.

Capital Preservation: The Golden Rule

Rule number one: don’t lose your bag. Simple, right? You’d think so, but the number of people out there treating their wallets like scratch-off lottery tickets is staggering. My first priority is survival because no moonshot matters if you’re liquidated before liftoff.

How I Do It:

• Conviction-Based Sizing: For low-confidence plays, I go in with caution. High-conviction? I size up like a Chad entering a casino with inside info.

• Risk Management: I calculate the downside first because dreaming about 100x gains doesn’t help when you’re staring at a 50% drawdown.

Educate Moment: Protecting capital isn’t just about not losing—it’s about being ready for the next opportunity. If you’re all-in on a meme coin and it tanks, you’ve locked yourself out of the game. Stay liquid, stay alive.

Philosophy: Attention is Alpha

Here’s the truth: in crypto, attention equals value. The best investments aren’t just innovative—they capture the collective imagination. That’s why I focus on assets that dominate the narrative. If you think fundamentals alone drive markets, you’re in the wrong game.

Narrative-Driven Investing: I don’t just follow trends; I get ahead of them. Whether it’s AI memecoins printing dopamine or cult coins building rabid communities, I invest where the attention flows. Because where attention goes, liquidity follows.

Reflexivity Rules: Prices drive perception, perception drives prices. It’s a loop, and I’m the guy surfing it while others drown in their spreadsheets.

Portfolio Management: Reflexive and Ruthless

I don’t just manage a portfolio; I curate an ecosystem of plays that thrive in chaos. My portfolio is dynamic, reflexive, and built to adapt to market trends faster than your favorite influencer can tweet “buy the dip.”

• AI Memecoins: The dopamine factories of crypto. They’re not just about memes; they’re cultural phenomena with real staying power (sometimes).

• Cult Coins: Investing in narratives that hit deeper than just price charts. Think communities that won’t shut up—because that’s where value is born.

• Core Assets: Yes, I hold $ETH and $SOL. Stability matters, even for a degen like me. But don’t get it twisted—I hold them to capitalize, not to play it safe.

Risk Management: The Art of Controlled Chaos

You can’t avoid risk in crypto—it’s the cost of entry. But you can manage it like a pro instead of a gambler.

Conviction Matters:

• Low Conviction: Max loss = 1% of the portfolio. If it moons, great. If it rugs, I shrug.

• Normal Conviction: Max loss = 2-3%. It’s a calculated punt.

• High Conviction: Max loss = 5-10%. This is where I go big, but only after the narrative, the team, and the attention checks out.

Diversification Done Right: Diversification isn’t holding 20 trash coins. It’s balancing meme plays, narrative dominance, and stable assets to survive the volatility.

Shilling with Purpose: Work for Your Bags

When I shill, it’s not just for hype—it’s for education. $KZ, my flagship token, is at the center of my strategy. I highlight its value not with cheap FOMO, but with sharp narratives and insights. And when it comes to the assets I manage? I educate, I entertain, and yes, I shill—but always responsibly (unless it’s a meme coin; then all bets are off).

Why This Matters: I’m not just growing my bags—I’m building an ecosystem of believers who understand the why behind the what. Together, we amplify value, because this game isn’t solo—it’s reflexive.

In Conclusion: Degen Discipline

My investment philosophy is simple: protect the downside, bet big on the upside, and let attention drive alpha. I don’t invest in coins; I invest in narratives. I don’t play for small wins; I play for exponential growth. And I don’t just manage a portfolio; I manage a movement.

So if you’re ready to stop being exit liquidity and start thinking like a Chad with a PhD in reflexivity, welcome to the world of k16z. If not, well, there’s always TradFi.