[DavosWeb3 2026] The Shift from Infrastructure to Impact: 4 Key Takeaways 🏔️⛓️

While the traditional elite met at the World Economic Forum, a core group of Web3 builders and investors convened at the Financial Times House in Davos to discuss the future of the decentralized economy.

The message for 2026 is clear: The "Infra Era" is maturing, and the "Impact Era" has begun.

1. The End of "Futile" Infrastructure

Kenny Li (Manta Network) issued a bold reality check. In an oversaturated market, building base-level infrastructure for its own sake is no longer enough. The industry is shifting toward targeted, high-value financial tooling.

1. Bridging the $360 Billion Gap

Web3 is no longer just a "first-world" experiment. Adeola Adedewe (Kredete) showcased how decentralized credit engines are solving massive credit gaps for millions in emerging markets—turning routine remittances into financial power.

1. Convergence with the Mainstream

Sandy Carter (Unstoppable Domains) noted a major symbolic milestone: crypto innovators are now sponsoring the same major houses as giants like Pfizer and Microsoft. The "fringe" has become the foundation.

1. Users as Co-Founders

Dr. Jonathan Chang (0G Foundation) and Yat Siu (Animoca Brands) discussed the rise of the true ownership economy. In this new wave, users aren't just consumers; they are participants and co-founders in the platforms they use.

The roundtable discussions highlighted a maturing web3 space focused on longevity, inclusion, and the intersection of Blockchain and AI.

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https://bitmediabuzz.medium.com/davosweb3-2026-voices-shaping-the-next-wave-of-decentralized-innovation-b3a1f6333b86?postPublishedType=initial