building beyond the peak:
from memes to meaningful generational products
water in mind
the current peak of meme coordination and speculative hype is not the end of an era but the beginning of a roadmap—a foundation to learn what works, what doesn’t, and what’s truly valuable for the long run
if we step back, we can see this as a cultural proving ground for shaping generational products with principles and vision that matter
The Peak as a Foundation As @SethGodinBlog says, “Culture beats strategy, so create a culture.”
the culture of memes, virality, and short-term mobilization has shown us the incredible power of collective energy
but it has also exposed its limitations: transient attention, mercenary participation, and a lack of lasting impact
the question isn’t why does this happen? it’s what comes next?
we don’t throw out the creativity and chaos—we take it, refine it, and turn it into something profound
something that stays
Principles and Vision for Generational Products
the next phase isn’t about abandoning hyper-financialization but transforming it into something that resonates beyond speculation—something that feels alive, human, and deeply aligned with the values of a new cultural era
to me, this means anchoring our work in principles that reflect the best of where we’ve been and the boldness of where we’re going
1. Radical Ownership and Identity: we’re not just building systems; we’re building worlds where individuals can truly own their digital selves
ownership isn’t just about wallets or assets—it’s about identity, narrative, and the ability to exist fully in a decentralized future
2. Playful Permissionlessness: permissionless systems should feel like a playground, not a battleground
true innovation happens when creators, communities, and builders collide unexpectedly, making room for the experimental and the extraordinary
3. Collaborative Wealth Creation: generational products don’t focus on extracting value—they invite participation in creating it
think of it like an ecosystem where growth is shared, collective, and ever-expanding
this isn’t about altruism but designing systems where self-interest aligns beautifully with the common good
this isn’t just about principles—it’s about reshaping the way we think about technology
technology shouldn’t be a tool to get from point A to point B; it should be a canvas where we explore what’s possible, where people can express themselves in ways that feel as fluid, unexpected, and magical as life itself
generational products will succeed when they bring joy, spark curiosity, and invite participation—not just through utility but through a sense of belonging to something bigger than ourselves
this is the moment to ask, not just what can this do? but what does this mean?
the future is already happening
the seeds of generational wealth are being sown—not just financially but culturally and intellectually
experiments like Zuzalu, a pop-up city by Vitalik Buterin, test privacy, governance, and community building in real-time
it’s not theory; it’s action
this shift is everywhere: speculative trends are evolving into cultural movements, and decentralized communities are laying the groundwork for lasting ecosystems
while the outcomes are still unfolding, it’s clear that wealth isn’t just about money—it’s about systems, culture, and values built to endure
the challenge is to act with purpose
what we create today will determine whether this moment is fleeting or truly generational
the future isn’t coming—it’s already here