Crypto Is Growing Up—Why Some Everyday Traders Are Moving On – Decrypt

May 22, 2026 - 18:00
Crypto Is Growing Up—Why Some Everyday Traders Are Moving On – Decrypt
In brief Institutional giants now dominate market flows, potentially dampening the wild, rapid price swings that retail speculators crave. In the first quarter, Coinbase’s consumer volume dropped 35% sequentially, while activity on retail-favored networks like Base continues to shrink. Languid markets, underwater altcoin portfolios, and growing politicization have left some veteran hobbyists questioning crypto’s long-term...

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