In a recent X Space session hosted by KuCoin, Mateusz, BD, and CM of KuCoin exchange engaged in an insightful discussion with Aly Ahadi, co-founder and CMO at Finestel. The conversation shed light on key aspects of professional asset management in the crypto market, revealing the stark contrasts between retail traders and professionals during a bull run. Below is a detailed breakdown of the key insights shared during this conversation.
How Does Finestel Know What Top Asset Managers Are Doing?
The conversation began with Mateusz asking Aly how Finestel keeps track of the strategies of leading asset managers. Aly explained that Finestel leverages a vast dataset generated through its platform, more than $50 billion in aggregated trading volume and over 100 million replicated orders to date.
“By analyzing this real-time trading data, we can identify which strategies consistently deliver results and what’s driving performance in the market,” Aly shared.
He emphasized that this data-driven insight allows Finestel to highlight trends, evaluate risk-adjusted performance, and pinpoint what’s actually working for top managers. As a result, asset managers using the platform can optimize their own strategies, benchmark against proven approaches, and make more informed decisions.
Finestel’s Tools for Asset Managers
Moving on, Matuesz asked Aly about the specific services and tools Finestel offers to asset managers. Aly described a robust suite of features designed to streamline asset management and trading.
Key offerings include:
- Advanced Automation: Leverage Copy Trading Software (Trade Copier), TradingView Bot, Signal Bot, and Telegram Bot for precise, automated strategies.
- Unified Trading Terminal: Manage accounts seamlessly with API Trading and sub-0.5s order execution.
- White-Labelling: Build branded trading hubs with customizable dashboards, client management, and automated billing.
- Robust Features: Real-time portfolio tracking, risk management, and MLM software for scalable growth.
- Supported Crypto Exchanges: across Binance, OKX, Gate, Bybit, KuCoin, Bitget, and Coinbase
- Upcoming Integrations: MT4, MT5, and Forex support to expand trading capabilities.
- Reliable Performance: 99.9% uptime and 24/7 support ensure operational excellence.
Trusted globally, Finestel simplifies complex client management, technical and financing workflows, letting traders and asset managers focus on their strategies.
Aly highlighted that these tools not only help professionals trade effectively but also simplify client management and business scaling, allowing asset managers to focus on strategy while Finestel takes care of the technical execution.
What’s the Big Mistake Retail Traders Made in This Bull Run?
The discussion then turned to the differences in approach between retail traders and professionals during a bull run. Mateusz asked Aly what the key mistake was that retail traders made, to which Aly responded, “Retail traders often chase trends without considering the underlying liquidity. They jump on coins that are trending based on social media or short-term price moves, but they don’t think about who will buy when they decide to sell.”
Aly explained that professional asset managers, on the other hand, focus on liquidity and market depth. They look at order book data and slippage analysis to ensure they can buy and sell without disrupting the market. “Professionals not only consider potential profits, but they also think about how quickly and at what price they can exit,” said Aly.
How Do Pros Mix Risky and Safe Coins in Their Portfolios?
Mateusz then asked about how professionals balance riskier assets with safer ones in their portfolios. Aly explained that professionals use a balanced approach. They might allocate a small portion of their portfolio to high-risk assets like small-cap altcoins, which have the potential for high rewards, but keep the bulk of their portfolio in safer, more stable assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH).
“The key is balance,” Aly said. “You want your portfolio to have some spice, but not too much.”
He also mentioned that Finestel‘s tools, like portfolio trackers and real-time market data, help professionals monitor correlations between assets, ensuring they aren’t overly exposed to any one sector or coin that might experience a sharp downturn.
What Indicators Do Professionals Use to Stay Ahead in the Bull Run?
With the bull market in full swing, Mateusz asked Aly what indicators professionals use to stay ahead. Aly pointed out several key metrics that asset managers keep a close eye on:
- Market Depth & Sector Rotation: Professionals track whether the market’s gains are spreading across different sectors or if they’re concentrated in just a few. If the latter is true, it could be a sign that the rally is losing steam.
- Institutional Capital Flows: Inflows into large-cap coins or ETFs are a clear indicator that the rally is supported by real money, not just speculative trading.
- Liquidity Metrics: Professionals analyze order book depth, funding rates, and spreads to ensure that liquidity isn’t drying up in certain assets.
- Technical Indicators: Momentum indicators like moving averages and price responses to news help professionals gauge whether the rally will continue or if a correction is imminent.
These metrics are all available in real-time through Finestel’s platform, giving asset managers the tools they need to stay ahead and make data-driven decisions.
How Do Pros Know When the Bull Run’s Over?
The final question of the session focused on how professionals know when the bull run is over. Mateusz asked Aly what signs professionals look for to signal the end of a bull market.
Aly shared that professionals look for a combination of indicators, including:
- Narrowing Market Breadth: When major indexes continue to rise, but fewer assets are contributing to the rally, professionals know the market may be weakening.
- Volume Divergences: A rally accompanied by low trading volume often signals that the market is running out of momentum.
- Liquidity Withdrawal: Capital flowing out of ETFs or dried-up order books can indicate that liquidity is leaving the market.
- Technical Indicators: A key indicator professionals watch is the 50-day moving average crossing below the 200-day, which often signals a market correction.
Aly emphasized that Finestel helps asset managers track these signs in real-time, giving them the ability to adjust their positions proactively before a potential downturn.
Conclusion: Why Finestel is a Game-Changer for Asset Managers
As the conversation wrapped up, it was clear that Finestel offers professionals a powerful software to stay ahead of the market, especially in volatile times like a bull run. By providing tools for real-time portfolio tracking, trade automation, and market analysis, Finestel gives asset managers the edge they need to optimize their strategies and scale their businesses. Whether it’s copy trading bots, AI-driven signal processing, or in-depth liquidity analysis, Finestel is enabling asset managers to act quickly, stay diversified, and protect their capital in an ever-evolving market.
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