CryptoQuant CEO: Altcoins survive by generating revenue as hype-driven era ends

CryptoQuant CEO Ki Young Ju says the next phase for altcoins depends on whether projects can generate real revenue and build lasting ecosystems, rather than relying on hype alone. In commentary reported by multiple outlets, he argued that altcoins are not necessarily “dead,” but narrative-only tokens that primarily monetize attention and token launches are likely to struggle as conditions change ^{[1] [2]}.

Ki Young Ju also framed altcoin survivability in terms of alignment with broader finance trends and identified three categories he considers better positioned for the market shakeout. Reporting highlights that DeFi protocols with real revenue are among the strongest sectors, alongside other business-focused groupings described by the analyst ^{[3] [2]}.

Overall, the coverage points to a shift in investor expectations toward measurable utility—especially revenue generation—after the earlier “easy money” period fades ^{[1] [4]}.