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Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong has once again stirred debate around the fate of traditional finance. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), he described the current financial system as “dysfunctional,” reigniting rhetoric that’s long echoed in crypto circles.
Armstrong’s strong words echo the belief that blockchain technology is poised to replace outdated banking and investment structures.

“The Old Wealth Ladder Is Broken,” Says Armstrong
Armstrong highlighted how younger generations feel excluded from traditional paths to building wealth, such as home ownership, accessible mortgages, or stock market investments.
“There’s a generational shift underway. Younger people feel cut off from the old wealth ladder and are increasingly turning to alternative assets like crypto,” Armstrong wrote.
According to Coinbase data:
🔹 73% of young adults say traditional wealth-building paths feel out of reach

🔹 About 45% of younger investors hold crypto, compared to just 18% of older investors

🔹 30% of young people plan to invest in crypto ETFs, while only 18% of older generations show interest

🔹 Younger investors are twice as likely to use margin, taking on more risk in hopes of higher returns
These findings confirm that crypto is becoming a core component of financial planning for Gen Z and millennials.

Fidelity CEO: Blockchain Transition Is Inevitable
A similar view was shared by Abigail Johnson, CEO of investment powerhouse Fidelity. She recently described the technology behind traditional finance as “terrifying” and outdated.
According to her, the global shift to blockchain isn’t a matter of if, but when — driven by competition, evolving regulations, and growing customer expectations. She also warned that simply embracing blockchain isn’t enough; institutions need to adopt a new mindset and framework.
“Banks that fail to adopt blockchain risk losing market share. Customers will prefer instant settlements and direct access to crypto,” Johnson stated.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0S816O3y5g

Fidelity and Wall Street Are Already Moving
Fidelity isn’t waiting. Its FBTC ETF holds the second-largest amount of Bitcoin among fund providers, managing approximately $20 billion in assets.
Fidelity’s crypto-forward steps include:
🔹 A tokenized money market fund enabling stablecoin integration and yield generation

🔹 The launch of a Solana ETF in mid-November

🔹 A growing push for blockchain-based client services
Meanwhile, regulation is evolving rapidly. In the U.S., the GENIUS Act was recently passed, and in Europe, the MiCA framework is being rolled out. Wall Street banks are also testing crypto-based ETF products and integrating blockchain solutions.

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