As of March 4, 2025, managing risks in airdrops is crucial. Use a separate wallet with minimal funds to shield main assets from hacks—never share private keys. Verify legitimacy on X and official sites; scams thrive amid fear (Fear & Greed at 16). Limit time investment—focus on high-potential projects like EtherFi ($23M funding) over speculative drops. Diversify across airdrops (e.g., Berachain, zkSync) to spread risk, avoiding overexposure. Monitor tax and legal risks—U.S. income rules apply. Sell or lock gains post-drop to hedge volatility, leveraging Bitcoin’s 56.8% stability. Assess smart contract audits to avoid exploits. Prioritize security and selectivity to minimize losses in this uncertain market.