The crypto community is experiencing a renewed sense of optimism following the ousting of Gary Gensler, the thorn in their side during his tenure as head of the SEC. Gensler has returned to MIT and is now focusing on fintech and artificial intelligence. This has caused a stir, with Tyler Winklevoss vowing not to hire any graduates from MIT due to the heavy fines crypto businesses faced under Gensler's reign. The launch of Trump's memecoin and executive orders signal the start of crypto's "Golden Age." While there may be bureaucratic hurdles to overcome, memecoins may play a significant role in the tokenization of assets. The lack of novel applications for blockchain technology and regulation uncertainty have hindered the industry's progress. Market standardizations and practices are necessary for adoption if memecoins and NFTs are to be seen as collectibles. Tokenization of intangible assets unlocks infinite value for creativity. Layer-1 blockchains have much larger market capitalizations compared to memes, and most memecoins are deemed valueless. Many layer-1 blockchains may become obsolete, and US-based ones have a better chance of sticking around due to Trump's executive orders. The potential tokenization of the creator economy presents a significant opportunity, allowing creators to monetize their brand and creations. Memes that evolve beyond a simple image and metadata have the potential for added perks and benefits, allowing them to perform over time.



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