Crypto Investments That Always Fail
Lark Davis
Reasons Why Cryptocurrencies Fail
Lack of Utility
- A cryptocurrency needs to have real-world practical use or purpose
- Utility gives a coin or token value beyond hype and speculation
- Examples of utility: real-world payments, access to a platform or service, collateral, dividends, trading fees
Weak Community
- Cryptocurrencies thrive or die based on the size and strength of their communities
- A strong community is essential for success, with dedicated token holders and advocates
- Examples of strong communities: Bitcoin, XRP, Cardano
Bad Tokenomics
- Tokenomics refers to a cryptocurrency's economic model
- Research token supply, distribution, inflation, treasury, and community
- Why should anyone buy the token? What problem does it solve?
- Examples of bad tokenomics: Axi Infinity, World Coin
Running Out of Money
- Most cryptocurrencies are run by a foundation with a treasury
- Running a blockchain can be expensive, and spending too much money can lead to financial difficulties
- Examples: Pokedot, which spent 40% of its budget on advertising and influencers
Regulatory Environment
- The regulatory environment is quickly changing and evolving
- Cryptocurrencies don't fit neatly into existing regulatory frameworks
- Regulatory issues can stifle innovation and limit adoption
- Examples: Uniswap, privacy coins such as Monaro and Zcash