February 13, 2025
Apps Changed the Internet, Will They Change Crypto?
Crypto has been around for over a decade. In that time, we have faced major scalability roadblocks. High fees, slow transactions, and complicated onboarding kept many people away. Now, we have high-speed blockchains, secure networks backed by staking, and a massive DeFi ecosystem.
But ask yourself, would your friend, coworker, or classmate jump in? For most of them, it still sounds too complex.
That is why we are entering a new phase, the phase of simple, user-friendly apps.
But ask yourself, would your friend, coworker, or classmate jump in? For most of them, it still sounds too complex.
That is why we are entering a new phase, the phase of simple, user-friendly apps.
Key Insights
- Crypto needs apps that feel as easy as mobile apps
- Blockchains are fast, but adoption comes from apps people actually use
- People don’t care about the backend. Give them rewards, fun, or status, and they’ll jump in
Introduction
If we compare blockchains to the Internet, mass adoption did not happen because of backend infrastructure. It happened when social media, taxi, food delivery, and tons of other apps became part of daily life.
These apps made the Internet something people could use without thinking. It was not another backend protocol that changed everything. It was the applications that made made experiences significantly better. Internet gave a backend system that powered a next-gen UX.
These apps made the Internet something people could use without thinking. It was not another backend protocol that changed everything. It was the applications that made made experiences significantly better. Internet gave a backend system that powered a next-gen UX.
The same shift is happening in Web3.
Web3 is evolving, and it is the apps that will bring users onchain, many of them without even realizing it. Infra is crucial, but it is consumer apps that make it click.
Think about it. Social platforms, mini-games, VPNs, food delivery, and taxi services. Not just running on blockchain but actually making life easier, unlocking perks, and creating experiences we have never seen before.
From better security and privacy to new economic opportunities, the possibilities are endless.
We are always keeping an eye on the market, and here is a list of standout consumer apps that are making it happen.
Web3 is evolving, and it is the apps that will bring users onchain, many of them without even realizing it. Infra is crucial, but it is consumer apps that make it click.
Think about it. Social platforms, mini-games, VPNs, food delivery, and taxi services. Not just running on blockchain but actually making life easier, unlocking perks, and creating experiences we have never seen before.
From better security and privacy to new economic opportunities, the possibilities are endless.
We are always keeping an eye on the market, and here is a list of standout consumer apps that are making it happen.
Ping VPN
Ping VPN is the next step for Ping, but let’s talk about why a VPN makes sense for an infrastructure project.
We are building a decentralized bandwidth network to power VPNs, AI scraping, content delivery, and more. But before businesses fully integrate with Ping, we are showcasing our tech in action by launching Ping VPN.
With Ping VPN, you
It is infra meets real-world demand, and it is coming soon.
We are building a decentralized bandwidth network to power VPNs, AI scraping, content delivery, and more. But before businesses fully integrate with Ping, we are showcasing our tech in action by launching Ping VPN.
With Ping VPN, you
- Get fast, free, private browsing
- Earn Ping Points for using the app
- Help battle-test the next-gen infra for the Internet
It is infra meets real-world demand, and it is coming soon.
Vector
@VECTORDOTFUN is TikTok for trading. It’s a social trading app that lets you see when your friends or favorite traders are making moves. Aping memecoins becomes as entertaining as scrolling through short videos, keeping you hooked while staying in the loop.
The onboarding is seamless, making it easy for anyone to dive in. And it’s backed by a killer team, including folks from Tensor, led by the legendary @_ilmoi. This isn’t just a trading app. It is a new creator economy where social meets finance.
The onboarding is seamless, making it easy for anyone to dive in. And it’s backed by a killer team, including folks from Tensor, led by the legendary @_ilmoi. This isn’t just a trading app. It is a new creator economy where social meets finance.
Abstract
@AbstractChain is a consumer-first Layer 2, built by the team behind @pudgypenguins and Pengu. Led by @lucanetz, these guys cracked the code on bringing normies into crypto. They turned Pudgy toys into a global brand, landing in major retail stores, racking up millions of views on TikTok and Instagram, and even making their GIFs go viral on Giphy. These Penguins know how to onboard.
Now, they are bringing the same energy to blockchain field. Just launched and already making waves, Abstract is here to reshape how we experience Web3. If you know Pudgys, you already know they are about to make crypto fun, simple, and viral.
Now, they are bringing the same energy to blockchain field. Just launched and already making waves, Abstract is here to reshape how we experience Web3. If you know Pudgys, you already know they are about to make crypto fun, simple, and viral.
Kaito
Yap, yap, yap, yapping!
@kaitoai is Web3’s AI-powered research and marketing tool that scans X for narratives, trends, and key players.
For users, it is a whole new way to Create 2 Earn. Get rewarded for engaging, staying informed, and sharing insights.
And Kaito isn’t just hype. Backed by $10.8M from major VCs and trusted by the biggest names in crypto. Finally, a tool that lets anyone monetize their own voice.
And yeah, I faded Genesis NFTs….
@kaitoai is Web3’s AI-powered research and marketing tool that scans X for narratives, trends, and key players.
For users, it is a whole new way to Create 2 Earn. Get rewarded for engaging, staying informed, and sharing insights.
And Kaito isn’t just hype. Backed by $10.8M from major VCs and trusted by the biggest names in crypto. Finally, a tool that lets anyone monetize their own voice.
And yeah, I faded Genesis NFTs….
Bankr
@bankrbot is your AI agent for everything onchain, currently live on Base. No complex wallets, no manual transactions. Just type commands directly on X or Farcaster, and Bankr executes them onchain. The team is led by @0xDeployer, who is just one of us, a chill guy who explores onchain, codes, and shares his journey on social media. Backed by communities and teams from @base, @_proxystudio, and @farcaster_xyz.
Crypto onboarding just got a major upgrade. No more confusing apps, just one simple message, and you are in.
Crypto onboarding just got a major upgrade. No more confusing apps, just one simple message, and you are in.
Roam
@weRoamxyz is Web3 + WiFi, blending decentralized wireless networks and telecom services into one seamless experience.
With Roam, users can
Its OpenRoaming model lets users earn free eSIM data by expanding network coverage. When traveling, Roam’s eSIM automatically converts to local data, keeping you connected worldwide.
With Roam, users can
- Buy WiFi routers and earn rewards
- Use eSIMs to get free mobile data
- Connect to nearby WiFi hotspots for free
Its OpenRoaming model lets users earn free eSIM data by expanding network coverage. When traveling, Roam’s eSIM automatically converts to local data, keeping you connected worldwide.
Finish Line
Mass crypto adoption won’t happen without everyday users, and that’s exactly what these teams, including us, are working toward. The future belongs to apps that make crypto seamless and the networks strong enough to handle it. Both are the key to bringing the next wave onchain.
