Today I’m going to show you a tool that can help you keep track of what’s happening in the cryptocurrency market right now. It’s called CryptoPanic, and if you’re just starting to learn how the crypto world works, it can be very useful for getting a quick overview of the news and market activity.
I won’t bore you with theory you don’t need. Instead, I’ll show you step by step how CryptoPanic works, how you can use it to follow the market, spot important news faster, and recognize information that can affect how cryptocurrencies move.
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Now let’s go through it in order.
What Exactly Is Crypto Panic
Crypto Panic is a kind of “news aggregator” for the crypto world. The word aggregator means simply that – a tool that gathers news from dozens of different sources (websites, Twitter/X, YouTube, forums) in one place and shows it to you neatly organized, in real time, without you having to browse twenty different sites yourself.
Imagine having a single dashboard where you can see:
- the latest news about bitcoin (the best-known cryptocurrency in the world),
- news about ethereum (the second-largest cryptocurrency, which enables smart contracts – more on that below),
- price movements of ten, a hundred, or even a thousand different cryptocurrencies,
- and even a rating of how “hot” an individual news item is, meaning how big an impact it could have on the price.
Why Following the News Matters for Earning with Cryptocurrencies
Here’s something most beginners don’t understand: cryptocurrency prices don’t move randomly. They move because something happens behind the scenes – a new regulation, a big company buys bitcoin, an exchange gets hacked, or a technology makes a breakthrough.
If you’re one of the first to read that news and understand what it means, you have an advantage. But if you hear about it three days too late (say, from a Facebook group where someone shares a “hot tip”), you’re usually already too late and you’re buying just when everyone else is selling.
That’s why I decided I needed to include a tool like Crypto Panic in my routine. Not so I could trade on the news every day (I advise complete beginners against that), but so I can understand the bigger picture of the market – whether market sentiment is positive or negative, what’s happening with regulation, and where new opportunities are emerging.
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What Crypto Panic Looks Like and How to Read It
When you open Crypto Panic, you’ll see a few things that may seem a bit confusing at first. So I’ll explain each part separately.
1. The Main News List
On the left side (or in the middle, depending on your device) you’ll see a list of news items, sorted from newest to oldest. Next to each item, it shows how many minutes ago it was published, where it comes from (e.g. Decrypt, CoinDesk, The Block – these are reputable crypto media outlets), and which cryptocurrencies it mentions.
For example, next to a news item you might see the tag “BTC” – that means bitcoin, or “ETH” – that means ethereum. Every cryptocurrency has its own abbreviation, just like a stock on an exchange has its own ticker symbol.
2. Panic Score
At the top of the page you’ll see a “Panic Score” button. The Panic Score is a rating that tells you how “nervous” or agitated the market is right now. When this number is high, it often means something big is happening – it could be positive or negative.
Why does this matter to you? Because one of the most popular rules in crypto says: “Be greedy when others are fearful, and cautious when others are greedy.” This rule is adapted from the world of traditional stock exchanges, but in crypto it applies even more strongly, because price movements here are far more extreme.
3. Filtering by Cryptocurrency
If you’re only interested in a specific cryptocurrency – say bitcoin, solana, or XRP (the cryptocurrency of the company Ripple, which is often used for international payments) – you can filter the news for just that one. This is great if you already have a crypto wallet (more on that below) and want to follow only what you actually own.
4. The Trending Section
At the bottom right you’ll find the “Trending” section, where you can see what people in the crypto community are talking about the most on social media right now. This helps me understand what’s currently “trending” – which can be an early opportunity, but can also be a trap you enter too late.
5. Real-Time Prices
On the right side you’ll see a list of cryptocurrencies with their current prices and the percentage change over the last 1, 24 hours, or 7 days. This helps you quickly check whether the market is in the green (growth) or red (decline) zone today.
Basic terms you need to understand before going further
Before I continue, I need to explain a few basic terms that I’ll be using in this article. If you already know them, you can skip this section.
Cryptocurrency – digital money that doesn’t exist in physical form (you can’t hold it in your hand like a banknote) and isn’t managed by any bank or government. It runs on a technology called blockchain.
Blockchain – a chain of data blocks that records all transactions publicly and can’t be changed retroactively. Think of it as a public ledger maintained simultaneously by thousands of computers around the world, instead of by a single bank.
Bitcoin (BTC) – the first and best-known cryptocurrency in the world. It’s often called “digital gold” because its supply is limited (only a set number of bitcoins will ever exist) and many people use it as protection against inflation (the loss of value of ordinary money).
Ethereum (ETH) – the second-largest cryptocurrency, which, besides being digital money, also enables so-called “smart contracts” – programs that execute automatically when certain conditions are met, without the need for an intermediary (such as a bank or a lawyer).
Wallet – a digital place where you store your cryptocurrencies. It’s similar to a bank account, but without the bank – you yourself control access to your money.
Exchange – an online platform where you buy and sell cryptocurrencies for regular money (euros) or for other cryptocurrencies. Examples include Binance, Kraken, OKX…
DeFi (decentralized finance) – financial services (loans, saving, trading) that operate without banks, directly through the blockchain.
Altcoin – any cryptocurrency that isn’t bitcoin. So ethereum, solana, XRP, and thousands of others are all altcoins.
Bull market / Bear market – a bull market is a period when cryptocurrency prices are rising (from the bull, which attacks upward with its horns). A bear market is a period of falling prices (from the bear, which strikes downward with its paw).
FOMO – short for “fear of missing out,” the fear that you’ll miss an opportunity. It’s one of the most dangerous emotions in investing, because it often leads you to buy at the top of the price, when everyone can already see that something is “rising.”
Now that you know the basic terms, we can move on to the practical part – how to actually use Crypto Panic to make money.
How to use Crypto Panic to make money with cryptocurrencies
Here we get to the heart of it. I’m going to show you a concrete, repeatable system.
Step 1: Morning market overview (5 minutes)
Every morning, before you do anything else, open Crypto Panic and skim the list of news from the last 12 hours. Don’t read every story in full – look for patterns. Is there a lot of talk about a particular cryptocurrency? Is there any news that could move the entire market (e.g., a regulatory decision, a large inflow of institutional money)?
Step 2: Check the Panic Score
Next, look at the Panic Score. If the score is very high and sentiment is negative, that often means people are scared and selling in a panic – which can be (not always, but often) an opportunity for those who think long term and don’t react emotionally.
If sentiment is excessively positive and euphoric, be careful, because that often means the market is “overheated” and a correction (a drop in price) could follow.
Step 3: Filter the news by the cryptocurrencies you follow
Once you have a few cryptocurrencies that you follow regularly (bitcoin, ethereum, and a few selected projects), use the filter to see only the news related to them. That way you don’t waste time on news about projects you’re not interested in.
Step 4: Check the source of the news
This is very important – the crypto world is full of misinformation and deliberate manipulation (so-called “pump and dump” schemes, where a group of people artificially raises the price in order to sell it to ordinary investors who bought too late). So always check where the news is coming from. Take news from reputable sources (Decrypt, CoinDesk, The Block, Cointelegraph) more seriously than posts by anonymous users on social media.
Step 5: Connect the news to a broader strategy, not to a single move
This is where most beginners make their biggest mistake – they see one piece of news and immediately buy or sell. I use news as one piece of the puzzle, not as the sole reason for a decision. My strategy is based on a long-term understanding of the market, gradual investing (that is, investing smaller amounts over time instead of everything at once), and clear rules for when I enter and when I exit.
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The three biggest beginner mistakes that Crypto Panic helps you avoid
Mistake #1: Trading based on a single piece of news or a “hot tip”
Every day I see people buying cryptocurrency because a friend sent them a message saying “this is going to explode”. No research of their own, no understanding of what they’re even buying. Crypto Panic lets you check whether a claim is actually backed by real news or is just a rumor.
Mistake #2: Ignoring overall market sentiment
Many beginners only look at the price of an individual cryptocurrency and forget about what’s happening with the market as a whole. If the entire market is in fear (a low Panic Score on the positive side or a high one on the negative side, depending on how you read it), that will almost always show up in the price of your cryptocurrency too, no matter how great the project is in itself.
Mistake #3: Reacting too late to big news
Because Crypto Panic collects news from dozens of sources in real time, you get information far faster than if you waited for an article in the Slovenian media or a post in a Facebook group. In a world where prices can change by 10% within a few hours, the speed of information is key.
How to get started – practical steps for the complete beginner
If you’re a complete beginner and this article has convinced you to take the first step, I suggest the following sequence:
- Educate yourself first. Don’t invest money until you understand at least the basics – what bitcoin is, what a wallet is, how an exchange works. A great first step for this is my free webinar, where I explain all of it from the ground up: sign up here
- Choose a reliable exchange. Sign up with an established, regulated exchange where you can buy and sell cryptocurrencies.
- Set up Crypto Panic as a daily routine. Every morning, spend 5–10 minutes reviewing the news and market sentiment before you make any decision.
- Start with small amounts. Never invest money you can’t afford to lose. Cryptocurrencies are a risky investment, and prices can swing sharply in both directions.
- Build your knowledge and strategy gradually. Earning with cryptocurrencies isn’t a “sprint” but a long-term process of learning, adapting, and discipline.
How to combine Crypto Panic with other tools for earning with cryptocurrencies
Never use Crypto Panic on its own, isolated from everything else. For me, it’s just one part of the “toolbox” I use. To help you understand the whole picture, I’ll explain how the individual parts connect with each other.
News + price = context
A news item without the context of price doesn’t tell you much. That’s why, whenever you read a news item on Crypto Panic, you should also look at the current price and its movement over the last 24 hours or 7 days, which is shown on the right side of the platform. If the news is positive but the price is still falling, that means the market already “knows” about it, or has already factored it into the price (in professional terms, we say the news is already “priced in”). It’s important to understand this, because many beginners only buy after they read good news – but by then it’s often already too late, since those who knew earlier have already taken advantage of the price movement.
Market sentiment + my own analysis
Besides the Panic Score rating, I always ask myself one more question: “Does this news actually change the fundamental value of the project, or is it just short-term hype (an exaggerated, enthusiastic reaction that quickly fades)?” The difference between the two is crucial for long-term success. Short-term hype often leads to FOMO purchases (remember, FOMO is the fear of missing out) that end badly.
Discipline over emotions
The biggest advantage you get from regularly following reliable news sources like Crypto Panic is not a “secret signal to wealth.” It’s something far more valuable – discipline. Once you understand why the price is moving, it’s much easier to avoid the emotional decisions that destroy most beginners’ portfolios.
That’s exactly why, in my free webinar, I pay special attention to how to build a mindset and a system that protects you from your own emotions – in my experience, this is often more important than which cryptocurrency you choose. If you’d like to learn more, you can sign up here: free webinar on earning with cryptocurrencies
What to watch out for – risks you must not overlook
Because I advocate an honest and transparent approach, I have to mention the risks as well. Cryptocurrencies are a volatile investment, which means prices can swing sharply in a short time – both up and down. Here are a few things you need to be especially careful about:
- Fake news and manipulation. Don’t believe everything you read, even if it’s published on a seemingly reputable source. Always check several sources at once before making a decision.
- Scams and “phishing” sites. Phishing means a fake website or message that pretends to be something official (e.g., your exchange) in order to steal your login credentials or money. Always make sure you’re on the real, official website.
- Investing money you can’t afford to lose. This isn’t just a cliché – it’s the foundation of responsible investing in any asset class, especially with cryptocurrencies.
- Overtrading. Because the news on Crypto Panic is available in real time, you may be tempted to react to every little piece of news. This often leads to trading too frequently, which reduces your returns through fees and emotional mistakes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Crypto Panic and Making Money with Cryptocurrencies
Is Crypto Panic free? The basic version is free and entirely sufficient for a beginner. There is also a paid version with additional features (e.g., portfolio tracking), but you don’t necessarily need it at the start.
Will Crypto Panic tell me when to buy or sell? No. Crypto Panic is a news tool, not a trading advisor. You have to make decisions yourself, based on your own knowledge and strategy. That is why education, like what I offer in my webinar, is so important.
Do I need trading experience to use Crypto Panic? No. The interface is simple and intuitive. You only need a basic understanding of the terms I explained earlier in this article.
Which cryptocurrency is best for a beginner? There is no universal answer, since it depends on your goals and risk tolerance. Bitcoin and Ethereum are the most established and most commonly recommended starting points for those who are just beginning.
How quickly can I make money with cryptocurrencies? I advise against thinking in terms of “quick” profits. A realistic approach is gradual learning, disciplined investing, and a long-term strategy – and that is exactly what I explain in detail in my free webinar.
My Conclusion
Crypto Panic is one of those tools that looks complex at first glance, but once you understand the basic concepts, it is actually extremely simple and useful. It helps me make more thoughtful decisions in the cryptocurrency market – instead of blindly following rumors or emotions.
If you’re a complete beginner and want me to guide you step by step through the entire process – from the absolute basics to a concrete strategy for making money with cryptocurrencies – sign up for my free webinar. There I explain everything I’ve learned over all my years of working with cryptocurrencies, without unnecessary theory, just practical information you can use right away.
