Ilias Salvatore

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The blockchain has seen many narratives over the years. Some of these have turned into actual use cases and continued with strength.

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A combination of trends already underway and deliberate industry action could lead to crypto’s watershed moment in terms of public adoption. For many, the crypto industry feels as though it's hovering on the brink. It attracts high-profile attention and headlines; yet widespread public interest and adoption haven't yet followed.  There may be a variety of factors giving the public pause, ranging from stories of misconduct by bad actors to simply a lack of understanding of the industry's technology, philosophy and potential. But is it possible some significant trend or development could tip the scales in crypto's favor? Below, 13 members of Cointelegraph Innovation Circle speculate about some of the factors and events they believe could lead to a groundswell of interest in the crypto industry among the general public.

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To successfully scale, crypto and blockchain companies need to know as much about business development as they do about their technology. Founders of crypto and blockchain companies launch with a vision of bringing an innovative and impactful service to the business or consumer marketplace. And as with entrepreneurs in any industry, they have the goal of growing. With expertise in the technology and its potential, leaders of crypto and blockchain firms may be clear on the "nuts and bolts" aspects of scaling — infrastructure upgrades, interoperability, compliance and so on — but less knowledgeable about the business development side of growing a company. Crypto and blockchain companies seeking to expand will need to make multiple decisions — but first, they need to know all the questions that have to be answered. Below, 16 members of Cointelegraph Innovation Circle share some of the factors growing companies will need to examine and offer their tips for confidently moving forward. 

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Absent clear, comprehensive regulatory guidance in the U.S., crypto companies would be wise to shore up their accounting systems.   The U.S. presents many obstacles to crypto companies, with a multiplicity of federal and state regulatory agencies having real or potential jurisdiction over the industry. Its unique political environment has contributed to more governmental skepticism toward crypto than is seen in other countries, and high-profile punitive actions by the Securities and Exchange Commission are making many crypto companies nervous about maintaining a foothold in the U.S. Despite all this, there is also high-profile support for crypto in the U.S., so many crypto companies will be unwilling to abandon or postpone entry to the U.S. market. While there may not be a single set of clear, comprehensive guidelines for crypto companies in the U.S., there are smart strategies that can help them stay on the right side of regulators. Below, eight members of Cointelegraph Innovation Circle share tips to help crypto companies improve their accounting procedures and compliance standing in the U.S.

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Crypto companies operating in the EU must begin work now to comply with MiCA and assess how it might affect their global operations. In May 2023, the European Union signed its landmark Markets in Crypto-Assets legislation into law. Crypto businesses operating in the EU now have a fixed timeline to comply with MiCA’s wide-ranging guidance and regulations, which address everything from defining a crypto asset to establishing reserve requirements for stablecoins. While MiCA is impacting crypto at a challenging time, many insiders welcome this groundbreaking legislation and expect it to lead to a stronger, more vibrant industry. Below, nine members of Cointelegraph Innovation Circle share their insights to help crypto companies ensure they’re compliant with MiCA once it’s in full effect.

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If they start in the right place and leverage the many available resources, devs new to blockchain can become thriving community members. Tech developers looking for a new challenge may well be turning their attention to blockchain. The space is still fresh enough that a newcomer can get in on the ground floor of exciting new developments and take their place among industry pioneers. However, devs who are used to being “tech gurus” may hesitate at the threshold, uncertain where to begin their professional journey with blockchain. And there’s no doubt there’s important homework to be done before leaping in. Below, 10 members of Cointelegraph Innovation Circle share some tips for curious developers who are new to blockchain coding and programming but want to join the growing professional community.