Recently, I saw someone analyze that by 2026, we might face multiple crises—collapse of faith, AI bubbles, resource shortages, and geopolitical conflicts. It sounds quite pessimistic. But the truth is, these factors may not have as much impact on the long-term development of blockchain as we imagine. In fact, the less certain the era, the more the value of decentralization tends to stand out.

On the other hand, the current state of AI is truly worth deep reflection. We all know it can speak convincingly, and its answers seem impeccable. But once it involves scenarios like financial settlements, medical diagnostics, and smart contracts—where zero tolerance for errors is required—this "seeming real" itself becomes a risk. Being able to give reasonable answers and being verifiably correct are two different things. This gap is exactly where blockchain can play a role.