As a blockchain developer and Web3 ethicist, I’ve watched Opulous (OPUL) spike 50% in under an hour. But behind the numbers lies a deeper truth about market psychology, liquidity traps, and why short-term pumps rarely translate to long-term value. This isn’t just price action—it’s a case study in crypto’s fragile signal-to-noise ratio. Let’s dissect what actually happened—and why it matters for your portfolio.