Hyperliquid co-founder Jeff Yan shifts the focus of onchain finance, arguing that continuous trading is a baseline expectation rather than a unique value proposition for decentralized exchanges.
Co-founder Jeff Yan discussed onchain finance differentiators at Korea Blockchain Week, with no direct price-moving announcements.
Hyperliquid co-founder Jeff Yan challenged the industry narrative that 24/7 trading is the primary differentiator for onchain venues. Speaking at Korea Blockchain Week 2026, Yan argued that the international nature of crypto makes continuous operation an inherent trait rather than a competitive advantage over traditional finance.
Yan believes that around-the-clock trading is a fundamental trait of the international crypto asset class rather than a specific competitive advantage for onchain exchanges.