Crypto Native Funds Face Traditional Finance Competition

Traditional financial firms are increasingly competing with specialized crypto investors. That shift raises a central question: in a more institutionalized market, do crypto-native funds still hold informational and cultural advantages, or has the playing field fundamentally changed? The discussion brings together moderator Francisco Chaparro, head of content and special projects at GSR. The panelists are Tian Zeng, CEO and CIO of Third Eye; Chase Lax, CEO of Susquehanna Crypto; and Faisal Al Hammadi, managing partner at Further Asset Management. Together, they examine whether crypto-native funds retain an edge as traditional finance expands its presence in digital assets. The topic is framed as a debate about information and culture, not just capital or scale. It notes that traditional financial firms are competing more directly with specialized crypto investors. The recorded session is made available solely for informational purposes. The information, statements, comments, views and opinions should not be construed as investment advice or as an offer to buy or sell any securities or tokens, or to make or consider any investment or course of action. The question remains whether crypto-native knowledge and cultural ties still matter as the market becomes more institutional.