[45670] The Crypto World in 2026: Between the Meme Coin Craze and the Search for Real Value

Crypto World Snapshot: May 1, 2026

The crypto market remains divided on May 1, 2026, between meme-based euphoria and calls for fundamental change. While users like Vibatron continue the search for the "next coin to moon," prominent industry figures are raising questions. czbinanceprd emphasized that "in crypto, the only thing that truly matters is the community," arguing that everything else is secondary.

On the other hand, criticism regarding the lack of substance in the market is growing. mikethree argues that "crypto needs an urgent rebrand" and products with real utility instead of the current flood of AI products without a vision. JanaCryptoQueen warns that "99% of influencers in the field are worthless" and calls on investors to support only content creators with real value, against a backdrop of concerns over the abuse of community trust.

In the realm of security and infrastructure, optimistic voices are being heard regarding new technologies. Beelaah3 points out that wallet security is "one of the biggest weak points" and promotes AI-based solutions for real-time protection. At the same time, projects like CerbAgent are attempting to change the existing defense model.

The NFT market, which has experienced turmoil in recent years, is receiving a re-evaluation from collectors. maccurated calls for maintaining a broad view that combines Bitcoin, Ordinals, and Ethereum art. While users like 0xred_9 nostalgically reminisce about the "golden days of the Testnet," it seems the emphasis is shifting from quick profits to artistic works with significance, as many prefer to "enjoy the pieces and accumulate over time," as noted by 0xTaxMan.