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dyor
What does dyor mean?
Do Your Own Research — appended to almost any crypto opinion, alpha drop, or coin shill as a liability shield. Means: I'm telling you about this thing but if you lose your money it's not on me. Often genuine advice, often a fig leaf for what's effectively a pump.
"Loading up on this new L2 token, looks promising, DYOR though."
Origin
Used in stock trading forums for years; absorbed into crypto culture during the 2017 ICO boom where it became near-mandatory etiquette.
Frequently asked questions
What does DYOR mean?
It stands for 'Do Your Own Research', a reminder to investigate a project yourself instead of trusting hype or influencers.
What does DYOR stand for?
Do Your Own Research — a common investing disclaimer widely used across crypto.
Why do crypto people say DYOR?
It's both genuine advice and a disclaimer, signalling that what's being said isn't financial advice and you should verify it yourself.
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