Under the backdrop of increasingly strict regulation, privacy coins have attracted a lot of attention over the past two years. ZEC, XMR, and DASH all experienced significant gains last year, and many participants profited from it. However, the market has never lacked dramatic reversals.

Once the leading privacy coin ZEC suddenly faced difficulties—the change in the core technical team directly triggered a price drop, continuing downward. In contrast, XMR, the "second place," has been rising against the trend, with its popularity and momentum nearly surpassing ZEC, seemingly ready to take over the leadership position in privacy coins.

Looking at the chart, XMR has repeatedly confirmed support around the $500 level. This price point is not simple; previous attempts to break higher were blocked, and the accompanying shakeout also took profits from impatient bulls. Currently, it is making a third attempt to push past this barrier. In the short term, the main force may still conduct several rounds of shakeouts to shake off short-term traders lacking confidence.

My judgment is that after the shakeout is complete, a genuine rally should begin. The $500 level will not be the peak but will be broken through directly, leaving little room for latecomers to add positions. The current entry rhythm is actually quite good—aiming for a target of $570 and progressing steadily.

This is the logic of the crypto market—those who persist until the end make money. The demand for privacy will only grow stronger, and increased regulation may even become a positive factor for such assets. Steady traders, don’t chase highs or sit idle; finding a rhythm that suits you is the most important.