a16z plans to drop “Crypto” from the name of its flagship blockchain fund and shift its investment focus to other areas. Its first founding member is also set to leave. A top VC rebranding doesn’t mean it’s exiting the space, but it does signal a shift in the narrative: pure crypto plays are getting harder to fund, while projects combining AI, payments, and real-world businesses are poised to take center stage in the next phase. #a16z #VC #CryptoIndustry