Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko recently shared some bold predictions and serious warnings about the future of crypto, quantum computing, and digital finance at the All-In Summit 2025.

**Quantum Computing Could Break Crypto Security**

Yakovenko said there’s a 50/50 chance that a major breakthrough in quantum computing could happen within five years. If it does, it could seriously threaten the cryptographic foundations that keep cryptocurrencies secure today. He explained that AI is speeding up how fast we reach these kinds of tech milestones. Because of this, he believes cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin should start moving toward quantum-resistant security systems to stay ahead of potential risks.

**Stablecoins Could Transform the U.S. Treasury Market**

Yakovenko also made a big prediction: stablecoins might soon make the internet the largest holder of U.S. Treasuries. As more people use stablecoins backed by government bonds, it could shift huge amounts of value into digital formats and change how global finance works.

**Regulatory Shifts in Washington Are Helping Crypto**

He pointed out that under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, crypto companies faced a lot of pressure and uncertainty. “I don’t know if the industry would have survived another four years,” he said. But now, with David Sacks stepping in as a pro-crypto “czar” under the Trump administration, the mood in Washington is shifting. This new regulatory approach is creating a more supportive environment for blockchain innovation.

**Solana’s Real Mission: Fast Global Transactions**

Yakovenko described Solana not just as another blockchain, but as a high-speed transaction platform designed for global markets. While Ethereum is great at handling settlements, Solana focuses on processing real-time transactions quickly. Still, he admitted that much of Solana’s current activity has been dominated by memecoins and NFTs—things he sees as distractions from its true goal: tokenizing real-world assets like stocks, real estate, and bonds.

**The Need for Clearer Crypto Laws**

Launching a crypto project in the U.S. is expensive and risky due to unclear regulations. Yakovenko said his own fundraising cost $2 million in legal fees—over 10% of his total budget. He supports the proposed Clarity Act, which aims to reduce legal uncertainty and make it easier and cheaper for founders to launch tokens and blockchain projects.

**Traditional Finance is Joining the Blockchain Movement**

Big financial names like Nasdaq are getting into tokenized securities, showing that traditional finance is starting to embrace blockchain technology. Yakovenko believes regulated exchanges and crypto platforms could eventually work together. He also sees a big opportunity in creative industries using NFTs tied to intellectual property rights.

**Crypto-Based Social Media Could Be the Future**

Yakovenko floated the idea of building social media apps like TikTok—but powered by crypto. In these platforms, creators could earn money directly from users through tokens instead of relying on ads.

**Ethereum Praise and Stablecoin Future**

Even though Yakovenko is building Solana as a faster alternative, he still praised Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin as an “amazing engineer.” Looking ahead, he believes companies like Visa and Mastercard will adapt faster to a world where stablecoins are used every day—possibly even faster than traditional banks.

In short, Yakovenko sees a future where crypto merges with traditional finance, new tech like quantum computing brings both risks and opportunities, and blockchain changes how we use money online.