Just to add a bit more, for options experts, 1x shorting might not be very efficient—options are more convenient. But for someone like me, a total newbie in options, this approach lets me buy spot at a lower price without facing huge drawdowns. For example, I started buying BTC at $90K. Many friends know that I’m not great at playing with options, so for me personally—at least for me—1x shorting helped hedge the losses from $90K all the way down. If the price goes up, or if I think it’s a reversal, I’ll just close the short. In my opinion, there’s no absolute “better” or “worse” method in trading. As long as it reduces drawdowns, helps make more money, ensures survival, and keeps you in the game, that’s good enough. Of course, I’m still a newbie when it comes to options. I hope to learn from all the pros out there and, in the future, share more simple and effective strategies with everyone.