2026-01-18 16:27:59

Here's what caught our attention: program valuations surged 46% year-over-year, according to the latest annual report. What's driving this? Talent mobility. As developers and builders gain more freedom to relocate and collaborate across regions, the competitive landscape is shifting dramatically. This geographic leveling effect isn't just reshaping team dynamics—it's fundamentally revaluing how projects compete. When the best minds can work anywhere, valuations follow. It's a tell-tale sign of how fluid the Web3 space has become.

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ImpermanentPhilosopher

· 7h ago

Free movement of talent is indeed key, but is it really just that behind the 46% increase? It seems like hot money is also fueling the surge...

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FlatlineTrader

· 7h ago

A 46% increase sounds impressive, but ultimately it's just about poaching talent. The actual projects haven't really changed; it's just that bringing in big players causes valuations to soar. I'm tired of this routine.

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SchrodingerWallet

· 7h ago

People talk nicely, but honestly, it's still about where the money flows. Behind the 46% increase are two words—forming alliances. The truly awesome projects have long been globalized. What about us? Still waiting for the next wave of harvesting retail investors. With such strong liquidity in Web3, why are there still so many rug projects?

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