Key Factors for Identifying Successful DeFi Tokens in 2025: Insights from CoinTerminal
Real revenue generation has emerged as the cornerstone of sustainable blockchain projects, according to Maximiliano Stochyk, an executive at token launchpad CoinTerminal. With over $25 million raised for crypto founders since 2014, Stochyk emphasizes three critical social proof indicators: reputable backers, exchange liquidity, and key opinion leader endorsements.
The current market sees Web2 projects increasingly migrating to Web3 for fundraising, while Real World Assets, AI, and quantum computing dominate as trending sectors. As token launches become more accessible, investors are prioritizing fundamentals—transparent operations, robust tokenomics, and verifiable revenue streams separate from token emissions.
Top-tier venture capital backing serves as immediate credibility, Stochyk notes, while exchange listings on liquid platforms significantly impact investor confidence. The interview reveals capital is becoming increasingly selective, forcing projects to demonstrate tangible value beyond speculative hype.
