Breakpoint 2025 Reflections: Crypto Has Grown Up, We've Put Our Shirts Back On
Breakpoint 2025, held in Abu Dhabi, showcased a crypto industry in transition. Attendees noted a more mature but subdued atmosphere compared to previous years. Investor Jason Choi described widespread fatigue among VCs and founders, with stagnant sentiment despite well-organized events. DePIN and DeSci emerged as rare bright spots, though still niche.
In contrast, Kamino’s Marius observed strong institutional engagement and real-world utility, highlighting the tokenization of stocks and bonds on Solana as a major leap. The conference felt less narrative-driven and more focused on practical applications.
daddy fiskantes of Sigil Fund noted crypto’s evolution into “fintech 2.0,” integrating with traditional finance rather than disrupting it. Early idealists are departing, while institutional adoption grows. The focus has shifted from revolutionary gains to efficiency, scalability, and neutral strategies like arbitrage. High-return opportunities remain in areas like DePIN and DeSci, but the era of rapid 100x returns may be fading.
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