Policy shifts often determine the fate of market participants. When regulatory attitudes change, those relying on illegal arbitrage strategies are the first to fall into trouble—because their strategies are essentially bets on the policy environment. In contrast, long strategies tend to be more adaptable during policy reversals because they align more closely with mainstream trends. The underlying logic is simple: going long is about following the trend, while illegal manipulation ultimately cannot withstand a major policy shift. This reminds traders that in times of market upheaval, sticking to fundamentals and policy guidance is more reliable for survival than short-term arbitrage techniques.