The startup world has shifted from being dominated by non-conformists to attracting mainstream conformists seeking status and financial gain.

Avoid playing status games in startups; instead, focus on building and solving real problems, as this is where true innovation happens.

While overall wealth may be increasing, the status game is creating more 'losers' who feel invisible and lack leverage in society, leading to a growing divide between the haves and have-nots.

Winning at the game of wealth is easier than winning at the game of status, as the latter is often a zero-sum competition.

Status games are inherently limited and combative, while wealth creation can be a positive-sum game where everyone can benefit; wealth creation games are more pleasant and have concrete material returns, unlike status games which are vague and fuzzy.

Currently, the financial world is layered with investment advisors and brokers, making it difficult for individuals to access opportunities. We aim to tokenize real-world assets and make financial products more accessible globally.

The current influx of conformists into the startup ecosystem is changing the motivations behind entrepreneurship, often prioritizing status over genuine innovation.

Focusing on wealth creation first is a more effective strategy than trying to gain fame and status before achieving financial success.

It's important to question the narrative that foundation model companies will dominate the market. There are still opportunities for innovation outside of these models, and it's essential to avoid falling into a cynical mindset that stifles creativity.