Really liked what you said here "The difference is however, that the people who are actually making practical moves on what they know and then, adjusting based on new information tend to do well..."
I find that blockchain has been a wonderful place for me to learn and act upon what I know. The information I am gaining can be directly put into practical use. Decentralized Social Media is one of those area.
It is a breeding ground for better activity, if paying attention. Most just want to make a quick buck though.