1/ As blockchain technology and cryptoassets become more present in the news, conversations, and part of the zeitgeist, I keep revisiting the concept of “crossing the chasm” of technology adoption and I try to assess where we are. 2/ On the one hand, Bitcoin and to a lesser extent, blockchains, have become household words. They’ve become socially and economically relevant. From the perspective of societal awareness, we’re at probably 50-65% awareness of this tech. Maybe just less, depending on who you ask.

1/ The fact that I’ve made money as an entrepreneur and subsequent investor in crypto should not disqualify me from calling out unethical behavior and practices in this industry. 2/ I stand by every organization I’ve founded and investment I’ve made. I have hardly sold a satoshi. I don’t trade and I don’t have an extravagant lifestyle (despite some media portrayals).

1/ If cryptoasset prices are giving you anxiety, you have two choices:

1. Reevaluate your view of crypto.

2. Xanax 2/ It’s quite likely prices will go down before they go up.

It’s even more likely that it will take quite some time for cryptoassets to reach their all-time highs again.