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Why A 'Return To Fundamentals' in Crypto Is Imminent with YQ
March 24, 2025, 2:59 PM
Why A 'Return To Fundamentals' in Crypto Is Imminent with YQ
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Why major infrastructure projects come from the US & Europe, while Asia dominates in trading and applications.
What makes crypto so different in the East and the West?
In today's episode, we cover how in the U.S. and Europe, teams typically focus on building the foundation: rollups, restaking, scaling solutions. In Asia, markets drive adoption, trading volume, and unique market trends.
We sat with YQ, founder of AltLayer, to dive deeper. Western builders think ahead, prioritizing scalability and decentralization. Eastern markets excel at liquidity, with efficient capital flow and rapidly emerging trends.
This global dynamic shapes both development and investment strategies. Understanding it is essential for anyone interested in crypto.
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