I resonated deeply with Yetta's article, which inspired me to share. Having dinner and chatted with friends from both the East and West, representing different segments of the Web3 ecosystem, I summarized and shared frequently occurring keywords that reflected the differences in Eastern and Western perceptions and values. My perspective: the East prioritizes security, while the West prioritizes freedom. There's no right or wrong, only differences. Essentially, it's a clash of two cognitive systems. Eastern: Web3 conversations often revolve around "positioning oneself within a network of relationships." Relationships: Who you're close to is often more important than what you do. Connections are the infrastructure. Circles and Platforms: Are you in the core circle? Do you have authoritative endorsements? Information asymmetry determines value. Political Correctness: The survival wisdom within the local context, and a safe boundary that shouldn't be easily crossed. Flattery and Clichés: Knowing it's a performance, everyone participates. It's both a script to maintain superficial harmony and a buffer layer to test true intentions. Gossip and Inside Stories Rumors about X and X X and X have fallen out Who's backing whom...? Information itself is power. Rhythm and Timing Whether investing or trading, First, determine: Is now a good time? The East focuses more on following the trend, rather than creating against the cycle. Seizing Opportunities Extremely sensitive to "window periods," aiming to quickly enter and profit before the dividends fade. Copying/Template Are there any successful cases? Which project is being benchmarked against? Reusable paths and models for validation, essentially engineering success, not originality worship. Execution and Growth Capability Don't overthink "perfect innovation," learn by doing, quickly validating agile iteration and visible user and revenue growth. How to Make Money Don't look at right or wrong, only wins and losses. Whoever has money naturally wields the power. Money is the ultimate and most universal consensus and driving force. Let's talk about the West: The Web3 table is more like a deep conversation without masks. Belief/Conviction "Do you actually believe in this?" It's not just about making money, but about long-termism and self-identity. This is the underlying reason why many people can work long-term and continuously build. Authenticity/Purity Love and hate are both very direct. For projects and individuals, there's either near-faith-like admiration, or merciless criticism. Innovation/Fun/Playfulness Projects must have their own story and charm, This is the original gene for dissemination and consensus. Sovereignty In the Western Web3 context, sovereignty is first and foremost individual sovereignty. Who controls this? Assets, data, and finance should all be in one's own hands. Privacy Privacy ≠ Space for doing bad things. It's about dignity and free will. Not: I only hide things when I have something to hide But: You have no right to see me first. Aesthetics/Art/Creativity High standards for design and aesthetics, and a willingness to invest more time and resources in them. Personal Expression "This represents who I am." Builder identity, Meme culture. Projects are extensions of personality, not just investment targets. Real Users Believe in "Code is Law," Community consensus often trumps authoritative endorsements. Eastern wisdom, a realism of execution and growth, is more concerned with: Who's behind it all? Western freedom, an idealism of belief and innovation Is more concerned with: Is this real? When Eastern execution meets Western belief and innovation Perhaps this is the most likely combination for Web3 to succeed. Understanding each other's scripts Perhaps this is the true starting point for Web3's globalization.

This is quite awkward. Eastern execution stems from Eastern beliefs, which is why we almost never experience existential crises and can focus solely on the immediate problems that need to be solved. 😅

Sis, the last sentence of your comment sounds just like an AI, haha. I was just joking in my own group that if I make any positive contribution to the crypto, it will definitely be as a last resort when the industry faces an existential crisis, because I will throw a set of cynical bricks at everyone's faces to counteract the withdrawal reaction to idealism.

One is a culture of the strong, the other a culture of the weak; this difference in underlying cultural background determines their thinking and paths. The final outcome is already clear!

This reflects some of the negative aspects of Confucian culture at the grassroots level. A strong culture breeds the strong, while a weak culture breeds the weak. There are three levels to understanding society: technology, institutions, and culture. The essence of innovation lies in a culture of strength. The inherent spirit of exploration within institutions and culture brings a strong first-mover advantage in technology. The willingness to try, admit mistakes, and explore again is the source of American cultural innovation. This is also why many American projects have a first-mover advantage. We can see this in many sectors.