ALTA - Blockchain Accelerator

Yaroslav Ivanov, CVO at ALTA Photographer: Sai Karri / Crypto Cowboy Media

As an experienced crypto founder with 8 years of experience, Yaroslav Ivanov attended Consensus 2023 for the first time and found his initial impressions of the event were only strengthened. Looking back to 2017, Yaroslav recalls how the industry eagerly anticipated this event, hoping for important insider decisions that could potentially affect the price of Bitcoin.

Today, the sentiment among attendees is quite different, with some still recovering from the recent market downturn while others view the current conditions as ripe for growth.

The State of Crypto Market

Market remains stable, and the community is passionate about building the blockchain ecosystem. The involvement of major Web2 corporations such as BlackRock, PepsiCo, MoneyGram, and J.P. Morgan is a positive indication of mass adoption being on the horizon.

The developer community is seeing an increase in young participants, and students have already developed a significant number of products. The crypto market provides ample opportunities for creativity and innovation, making it accessible to anyone regardless of their technical knowledge. It has opened up a vast space for the entire world to explore and benefit from.

Regulatory pressure

While the SEC and Coinbase engage in a fierce online battle, large corporations are concerned about their interests in Web3.

Yaroslav Ivanov, Co-Founder and CVO at ALTA: "I'm delighted that many billion-dollar corporations are joining Web3, but I'm disappointed in their lack of courage to accept that they are can be part of the crypto industry. 'Don't go to the woods if you're afraid of bears' - they need to gather their wits or seek advice from ALTA. Institutions like SEC should continue to profit from their roles and do their jobs; this doesn't mean everyone should turn away from or fear the crypto industry."

There is no end to the life of the industry in the U.S. market. The countries are slowly continuing their mass-adoption. Those who are afraid to migrate from Web2 to Web3 can follow the example of sponsors of sporting events by sponsoring without becoming athletes.

Sustainable Development Vector

Yaroslav was impressed by the strong commitment to sustainable development among the top 50 crypto of CoinMarketCap. He also noted that the younger generation is not swayed by FUD from SEC, which is in line with Satoshi's vision.

EVM of projects is generating new strategic investments for the industry, while inspiring founders continue to leverage DLT technology to simplify and optimize our future.

Behind the scenes, crucial decisions are being made with billions at stake. New projects can apply for the Blockchain Accelerator program offered by ALTA, which is dedicated to expanding the quantity and quality of internal products within the ecosystem

The Web3 Smartphone Has Arrived

ALTA Blockchain Lab received an invitation to a private event called "Become Legendary," where the upcoming Solana Mobile Saga was presented one day before Consensus.

This event is a great incentive for developers to create dApps on the Solana platform since they can see them in action instantly on the Saga. Although Solana still has to use the Android operating system, we are eagerly waiting for the first blockchain operating system from all members of the Web3 industry.

Oleksandr Babak, Vice President of creative at ALTA: "All the developers who have built their projects on Solona can only be envied. Now they will be able to provide all their users with a unique decentralized experience of using their developments directly on their crypto-smartphones."

Co-Founder Anatoly Yakovenko of Solana and Co-Founder Yaroslav Ivanov of ALTA were born in Ukraine, which is not surprising given the large number of Ukrainian talented individuals who are currently driving the blockchain industry forward.

Consensus 2024

Despite the difficulties, Consensus 2023 won the hearts of many newcomers and strengthened the cryptocurrency market, thanks to the efforts of CoinDesk. A date has already been announced for the next Consensus 2024, May 29 - June 1 in Austin, Texas. Everyone should be a part of this fantastic cryptocurrency market. Early tickets are available now for the cheapest price. See you there.

#Consensus2023 #SEC #Web3

Yaroslav Ivanov Photographer: Sai Karri / Crypto Cowboy Media

Since its establishment in 2015, ALTA – Blockchain Labs has been dedicated to delivering strategic management consulting and high-impact solutions that enable clients to generate long-term value and expand their global influence. By leveraging deep Web3 expertise, proprietary evaluation frameworks, and a global network of industry leaders, ALTA empowers projects to scale efficiently, achieve tier-1 positioning, and unlock sustainable growth in the decentralized digital economy.
As the tokenization era accelerates, with corporations, financial institutions, sovereign entities, and capital markets rapidly adapting to digital innovation, ALTA stands as a critical partner in this transformation by providing strategic clarity and executional support at every stage.
After a decade of relentless effort, ALTA has emerged as one of the world’s leading Web3-focused strategic consulting firms. Structurally and operationally, the company parallels traditional consultancies such as McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Bain & Company, while remaining fully committed to blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets, and decentralized infrastructure.
In 2023, the company was rebranded from Top of the World to ALTA – Blockchain Laboratory (also known as ALTA – Blockchain Labs). The company provides consulting and acceleration support for blockchain projects, crypto exchanges, and companies at various stages of development. Its programs include:
ALTA Blockchain Accelerator supports go-to-market strategies and provides access to crypto audiences while unlocking the full potential of projects by driving outsized performance and attracting new global liquidity tailored for projects at various stages of development. The program delivers strategic support not only to early-stage startups but also to established projects and exchanges, expanding its impact worldwide.ALTA Blockchain Elevation Program, which focuses on strategic development to assist projects in meeting evaluation and listing criteria.
ALTA – Blockchain Labs empowers Web3 founders, CEOs, and institutions to achieve excellence and maximize their impact through proprietary research, actionable insights, and optimal resource allocation across exchange listings, strategic engagement.
Over the years, ALTA has been recognized as one of the Top blockchain accelerators and was named among the Top 10 Initiatives for Blockchain Startup Success. In 2023, as part of its participation in TechWeek hosted by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), ALTA’s presence was prominently featured on screens in Times Square, New York—marking another milestone in its expanding global influence.

Today, ALTA continues to strengthen its lasting impact across the industry, serving as a trusted strategic partner to cryptocurrency exchanges, institutional funds, early-stage startups, and leading blockchain ecosystems around the world.
Over the past decade, the leadership of ALTA – Blockchain Labs has expertly guided the company through dynamic market shifts, regulatory changes, and technological revolutions. This milestone is not only a testament to ALTA’s resilience but also a celebration of its adaptability, culture of innovation, and the invaluable partnerships forged along the way.
One of the company’s most significant achievements has been building bridges between traditional finance and the crypto sector. ALTA has played a pivotal role in educating the industry, raising blockchain literacy, and helping global brands enter the NFT space responsibly. Through its educational initiatives and training programs, ALTA has empowered many to adopt blockchain technologies safely and confidently.
Yaroslav Ivanov, co-founder and Chief Visionary Officer of ALTA – Blockchain Labs, is a business strategist and management consultant who regularly represents the company at major industry events and participates in discussions with leading figures in the blockchain sector.

Yaroslav Ivanov notes:
“Building the future of the crypto industry means weathering storms, operating under pressure, anticipating trends, building trust, and creating value in one of the most volatile markets. Our mission has always been to advance blockchain education and promote crypto-literacy across the industry. We will continue to build these bridges between traditional finance and the digital economy—achievements that define our legacy.”
Brandon Crenshaw, CBDO at ALTA Blockchain Labs, adds:
“Being pioneers in this industry is always challenging. We have guided clients through regulatory pressures, risky decisions, and resource reallocation when the world seemed against us. Hype cycles come and go, but real value endures. We focus on supporting founders who solve real problems, build sustainable businesses, and create lasting impact.”

ALTA – Blockchain Labs celebrates a decade of innovation, resilience, and leadership—continuing to build bridges and shape the future of the decentralized digital economy.

ALTA Labs Chief Visionary Officer Yaroslav Ivanov said that the race of the 'Bitcoin Halving Year' is on the right track.
"Every Halving cycle's global mission is to attract new retail investors. It’s true that memecoins are useless, but they make it incredibly easy for new users to enter the crypto market. The teamwork between sophisticated infrastructure builders, dog-and-frog memecoin enthusiasts, and elite financial heavyweights with ETFs will cultivate a new layer of liquidity for the future of our industry." @Yaroslav Ivanov said.
This year's Consensus 2024 showed unwavering serious confidence in the long-term development of the narrative around RWAs. Absolutely all rumors around tokenization are confirmed from year to year, and it is hard to ignore.
ALTA Labs Chief Business Development Officer Brandon Crenshaw discusses around crypto ETFs endearing people.
"Since people are used to believing TV and statements from the elite, we can see people leaning towards believing in cryptocurrency after ETFs. Now the main thing is to balance keeping decentralization and centralization imposed by the institutions. The inevitable RWA is on the doorstep of every transnational company, and ALTA remains a key guide in this arena." Brandon said.
Compared to last year, we see relief in the market; there is no bearish sentiment anymore. Regulation has eased a little bit, and institutional investors are collegially contributing to the federal super political action committee (PAC). The source of this year's tailwind is the election race, so now is as good a time as ever to present your ideas and nurture unicorns, despite the fact that the bull run trend is uncertain.

The inevitable expansion of the industry and the most ambitious goals are united in the opinion of Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of $XRP , and CVO @Yaroslav Ivanov from ALTA - Blockchain Laboratory, which has a bold vision for the future as it navigates market fluctuations with confidence, continuing tokenization and adapting VC and founders for the cryptocurrency industry. They had time to discuss at #Consensus2024 around XRP's worldwide strategy and the issue of the ETF.
Discusses BlackRock XRP ETF
"I think it's just a matter of time, and it's inevitable there's gonna be an XRP ETF, there's gonna be a Solana (SOL) ETF, there's gonna be a Cardano (ADA) ETF, and that's great." Brad said.
During an interview with Fox Business in early 2024, Blackrock CEO Larry Fink was pressed about a potential XRP ETF from the world's largest asset management firm. When asked about the possibility of the $10 trillion asset manager bringing an XRP ETF to the market, Fink responded by saying that he couldn't discuss this. While Fink's answer was far from conclusive, it managed to spark speculation within the XRP community that Blackrock may have an XRP ETF in the works.
Magical time in crypto
Ripple has been at the forefront of leveraging blockchain technology for real-world applications, particularly in the realm of cross-border payments. In the year, Ripple unveiled its vision and road map for institutional DeFi on #XRP Ledger. Despite facing challenges, including regulatory scrutiny and market fluctuations, the crypto space has shown remarkable resilience and innovation. The emergence of new platforms, the integration of blockchain into various sectors and the increasing interest from traditional financial institutions all contribute to the "magical" atmosphere Garlinghouse describes.
As Ripple & ALTA and other key players in the industry continue to drive innovation and adoption, it indeed appears to be a magical time to be involved in the world of crypto.

Cathie Wood, one of the most renowned female investment professionals on Wall Street, managed nearly $60 billion in assets through her investment management firm ARK Investment it holds a stake in NVIDIA, OpenAI (developed ChatGPT), Elon Musk's startup xAI and of course Bitcoin ETF.
New asset class
"Bitcoin, hands down. No question about it. It is a global monetary system. It is a technology, and it is a new asset class. Those are three big ideas in one, and nothing else in the crypto world is competing with it." Wood said.

Unconventional vision of Cathie Wood aligning with Yaroslav led to their meeting at Consensus 2024. Such transparency ideology was also started in 2015 by ALTA - Blockchain Laboratory, immersing clients in the intricacies of the cryptocurrency infrastructure. Chief Visionary @Yaroslav Ivanov of ALTA kept discussing with Wood the future of $BTC , confirming her full predictions for the price in the long-term outlook with the clarification 'not in this cycle.'
ARK Cryptocurrency Strategy
ARK believes cryptocurrencies governed by open source networks are enabling a new paradigm for monetary systems and mechanisms to store and transfer value. The Investment Manager believes that cryptocurrency value and market share dynamics will be “power law distributed,” meaning that a few cryptocurrencies will capture the majority of value.
Since the emergence of Bitcoin, we have witnessed the rise of a global battle among monetary systems, both sovereign and non-sovereign. ARK believes cryptocurrencies governed by neutral, open source networks have the potential to win this battle. By unlocking a new mechanism to store and transfer value, cryptocurrencies have the opportunity to create an open foundation of strong assurances in wealth and monetary integrity. ARK believes cryptocurrencies will contribute more dramatically and profoundly to the evolution of monetary systems than any other breakthrough in history. Instead of relying on centralized intermediaries to enforce its rules, cryptocurrencies rely on a distributed network of computers. This architecture enables it not only to function outside the purview of legacy systems, but also to challenge them. In the absence of central enforcement, its integrity is likely to be a function of its openness and transparency, a shift away from old world central banks and monetary institutions.

#Consensus2024 by CoinDesk is one of the most influential cryptocurrency conferences that gathers many side events. "The Future of Tech - OnTrend OnChain," organized by Orbis86 CEO Soniya Ahuja, became one of them. Participants had the opportunity to hear from representatives of companies such as $HBAR , ALTA, Google, Genius Ventures, $FIO , Cypher Capital, and Somina.

The speakers' opinions on the trends defining this bullish market diverge. Funds continue to invest only in professional teams and pay no attention to the success of meme coins. ALTA - Blockchain Laboratory, on the other hand, believes that meme coins represent a necessary liquidity layer for new retail investors, which is essential for the entire industry.
"Many venture capitalists succumb to FOMO when they see the success of new meme coins and continue to ignore the situation. Our clients, large funds, received strategic advice from us six months ago that such phenomena should work in your favor. As a result, many of them are already profiting from meme coins without investing in them or creating them," said @Yaroslav Ivanov , Co-Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of ALTA - Blockchain Labs

The joy of ETF approval and the likelihood of approval for the top 5 cryptocurrencies were heard from all sides. The prospects of funds inflow from this source cannot but please the entire crypto industry; however, it should be understood that this can also work in the opposite direction.
"The most important thing is that ETF gives people new faith after the FTX crash, and they are gradually starting to return to the cryptocurrency industry," said Brandon Crenshaw, CBDO at ALTA - Blockchain Labs

Despite various mini-trends in #AI , #RWA , #GameFi , and other areas, we should not forget the main mission of each industry participant: to continue mass adoption in any of its manifestations. $BTC has already surpassed its previous ATH, and the upcoming winter will not leave anyone indifferent.

As we celebrate the holidays and New Year, ALTA is endlessly grateful for the commitment amongst our employees, clients and partners to our purpose to advance blockchain progress for all, and we can’t wait to hit the ground running in 2024 as the trusted fabric of the global blockchain mass adoption. Wishing you all a happy, healthy and safe holiday season!

A year of halving, a year where the first three quarters will be a roller coaster, and the last 4th quarter will follow the moon. Holders will remain steadfast, bulls will be bullish, bears will be bearish, but bears will all go into hibernation as expected.

Great way to ring out 2023. Despite this being a terrible year for our everyday lives, it was pretty darn good for mass adoption. Here’s to another banner year for the crypto market in 2024.