Web3 - My understanding of the blockchain media landscape & My top influencers

Katarzyna Hasnik
Jun 23
3 min read

Updated: Jul 21

1. My understanding of the blockchain media landscape.

Honestly, the blockchain media world feels like a chaotic blend of hype, genuine technological

innovation, and countless echo chambers. There’s an enormous amount of coverage split between the hardcore crypto news sites like CoinDesk or The Block, financial outlets attempting to interpret it all for more traditional investors, and then a huge wave of independent creators on X and YouTube who, in truth, shape most of the public narrative.

What strikes me is just how much trust people place in individual voices over established legacy

publications. A single post from someone like Cobie or an explainer video from Whiteboard Crypto can sway sentiment far more than a slick piece in Forbes. It’s all highly community-driven, which means memes, general ‘vibes’, and influencer opinions often carry more weight than actual on-chain data.

At the same time, there’s arguably more real-time transparency here than in any other sector, but it’s down to individuals to sift through the data themselves, which most simply don’t do.

So, for me, blockchain media is this sprawling mix of traditional financial reporting, niche data

obsessives, and loud personalities all vying for attention.

Web3 - My understanding of the blockchain media landscape& My top influencers

2. My top influencers in the blockchain space.

Cobie (@cobie on X) His commentary is refreshingly candid and cuts through much of the noise within the industry.
Ledger (@ledgerstatus on X) A longstanding presence in the space, known for his measured and thoughtful market analysis.
Laura Shin (Unchained Podcast) Widely regarded as delivering some of the finest long-form interviews, she has a genuine ability to encourage her guests to open up.
Lyn Alden While her focus is more macroeconomic than purely crypto, her perspectives on how cryptocurrency integrates within global markets are consistently insightful.
Anthony Pompliano (“Pomp”) Although he occasionally promotes projects enthusiastically, his widespread presence and ability to attract compelling guests make his content valuable.
Whiteboard Crypto on YouTube Known for clear and accessible explanations, their videos are approachable even for those new to the space.
Adam Cochran (@adamscochran on X) His detailed thread analyses often prompt me to reconsider prevailing assumptions.
Messari team (Ryan Selkis and colleagues) While not traditional influencers, their data dashboards and annual theses are essential resources for anyone seeking a deeper understanding.
NFTstats.eth (@punk9059 on X) For those interested in NFTs, his charts and detailed breakdowns stand out as more substantive than much of the surrounding hype.
Bankless (Ryan and David) Although primarily focused on Ethereum, this podcast is arguably the foremost mainstream source for DeFi insights.