Rising geopolitical tensions are jeopardizing blockchain networks, potentially fragmenting them and limiting user access as international trade wars loom. Crypto executives have warned of significant disruptions if these tensions escalate, including challenges to the physical infrastructure of these networks and regulatory fragmentation.
On April 9th, US President Donald Trump announced a pause in the implementation of tariffs previously imposed on certain countries, but a global trade war remains a potential threat, particularly considering Trump’s desire for a 125% tariff on Chinese imports.
Industry leaders have voiced concerns about the consequences of intensified tensions, including disruptions to blockchain networks’ physical infrastructure, regulatory fragmentation, and censorship.