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fud
What does fud mean?
Negative sentiment, rumours or news, whether genuine or manufactured, that pressures people to sell. The label is often thrown at any critical take, warranted or not.
"Ignore the FUD, that regulatory rumour was debunked hours ago."
Origin
Coined in 1970s tech marketing to describe spreading doubt about competitors, then adopted hard by crypto and stock communities where 'FUD' brands any negative sentiment.
Frequently asked questions
What does FUD mean in crypto?
It means 'fear, uncertainty, and doubt' — negative talk that scares people into selling. Holders use it to dismiss bad news they don't want to believe.
Is FUD always fake?
No, sometimes the 'FUD' is legitimate criticism. The word is often used to wave away valid concerns, so judge each case on facts.
What's a FUDster?
A FUDster is someone who deliberately spreads fear and doubt, often to manipulate a market or trash a project they dislike.
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