# Navigating Adoption: Can Blockchain Scale Without Sacrificing Its Values?

- Speakers: [Remco Bloemen](https://streameth.org/speakers/remco-bloemen), [Vadim Koleoshkin](https://streameth.org/speakers/vadim-koleoshkin), [Kartik Talwar](https://streameth.org/speakers/kartik-talwar)
- Channel: [DevConflict](https://streameth.org/devconflict)
- Date: 2024-11-10
- Duration: 53:12
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/6730815467d7e77da50a4ad1
- Download: https://vod-cdn.lp-playback.studio/raw/jxf4iblf6wlsyor6526t4tcmtmqa/catalyst-vod-com/hls/3f247lgiirima37n/1080p0.mp4

## Description

The "Onboard the next 1B vs. Onboard the next 1M" debate is fundamentally about growth strategy. Should the focus be on building a massive, mainstream user base as quickly as possible, potentially at the cost of some blockchain ideals? Or should the effort be on cultivating a smaller, more engaged community that will ensure the technology’s integrity and long-term success? The answer often depends on the specific goals of the blockchain project and its vision for the future.