a16z Crypto advises crypto developers: Over-reliance on trading platforms may weaken long-term competitiveness

a16z Crypto officially released advice from two of its executives for cryptocurrency developers, including: 1. a16z Crypto General Partner Arianna Simpson stated that currently, apart from stablecoins and core infrastructure, most well-performing crypto companies are transitioning to trading platforms. This homogenized competition will weaken the market attention of most companies, with only a few winners emerging. Founders who shift too quickly to trading may miss the opportunity to build more defensive and sustainable businesses. Developers who focus on the product itself rather than merely the development of trading functions may ultimately become the bigger winners.

2. a16z Crypto's policy team and General Counsel Miles Jennings indicated that developers should pay attention to regulatory compliance. The Trump administration is closer than ever to passing a regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency market. If this legislation is passed, it will encourage transparency and establish clear standards, creating a clear path for financing, token issuance, and decentralization.