The strangest part of this cycle over the past two years is how many so-called OGs are still clinging to their altcoins and Ethereum on-chain dynamics.

They never adapted to the new market, where Solana memes took over. Instead, they act morally superior, calling it gambling, blaming memes for diluting the market and killing altseason, while their own Ethereum 'utility' projects and other invests bleed toward zero.

What they really missed is the moment Solana became the consumer chain, the one hosting the apps, the culture, and the biggest future potential, while they stayed locked in their old, rigid structures. And that would all be fine, if they weren’t constantly busy trying to discredit Solana and meme coins along the way.

Truth is, the underlying value is the same. The difference? Memes are actually fun, often launch from the lowest possible market cap with room for everyone to participate, and you can genuinely vibe with them.