Summary
In this ATX DAO Podcast roundtable edition, Christopher and Angle join to unpack one of crypto’s toughest questions: Has the industry lost its soul, and can it get it back? From Bitcoin’s origin story to meme coin mania and the rise of institutional players, the conversation pulls no punches. The crew explores how blockchain has strayed from its ideals, whether Web3 gaming is more than a gimmick, and what it will take to build systems that serve people instead of just pumping bags.
The episode also digs into the pitfalls of hype cycles, the collapse of trust in tokenized projects, and the reality that most “decentralized” systems still rely on centralized infrastructure. But it’s not all doom and gloom. From Quai Network’s energy-backed currency concept to the promise of games like Off the Grid, they explore what might be possible if the culture can reset. Whether you’re jaded, curious, or still holding onto the dream, this one is worth a listen.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction07:57 The Evolution of Crypto and Bitcoin's Role12:47 Bitcoin vs. Altcoins: Perspectives and Analogies17:45 Web 3 Gaming: Opportunities and Challenges24:53 Balancing Rarity and Gameplay in Web3 Gaming29:23 Scarcity and Ownership in Digital Games34:58 The Shift in Crypto's Purpose: From Sovereignty to Speculation43:20 Innovative Concepts: Energy-Based Currency and Beyond48:14 Community Building in the Blockchain Space
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