Community sales are the future of crypto fundraising

Forget big-money VC deals—this article argues that crypto projects are increasingly turning to grassroots "community sales" to raise funds. Think of it like crowdfunding, but with tokens: everyday investors get early access, projects build loyal user bases, and the power shifts away from institutional backers. The piece suggests this model could democratize crypto financing, though it doesn’t dive into potential risks like regulatory hurdles or pump-and-dump schemes.