At each stage of cryptocurrency development, different founder archetypes ultimately succeed. Before 2020: Purists, pursuing libertarianism and decentralization. They needed sufficient conviction to persevere through the 2021 bull market. 2020-2025: Traders, understanding how to create financial products people enjoy speculating on. They understand speculators and internet meme culture. 2025 and beyond: Operators, capable of selling products to trading finance institutions and asset management companies. They possess experience working in trading finance institutions or fintech, with a deep understanding of financial services. As the cryptocurrency industry transforms, some remain stubborn and refuse to adapt. Only those who learn new skills and reinvent themselves will survive.