DeWi leverages community-driven wireless networks for IoT, slashing infrastructure costs and enabling scalable connectivity. Helium (HNT, $7, $1B market cap) powers 1M+ devices—its pivot to 5G boosts a $2B market outlook. Pollen Mobile, early-stage, targets urban IoT with token incentives—growth hinges on adoption. Potential: High, as IoT hits 30B devices by 2030—risks include regulatory bans and hardware gaps. Prospects: Helium for stability, Pollen for upside.
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Custody integrations with SWIFT show mainstream ties. Strong for interoperability, yet reliance on legacy rails remains. Institutional trust could reshape this trend.
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Decentralized platforms like Mirror and Lens Protocol disrupt traditional media by empowering creators with ownership and monetization control. Mirror’s NFT-based publishing and Lens Protocol’s social graph foster user-driven ecosystems, reducing reliance on centralized gatekeepers. They challenge media monopolies but face adoption hurdles against entrenched platforms. Investment opportunities lie in their ability to attract creators and users, with long-term potential if they scale. Early-stage risks remain high. (68 words)
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