With the continuous expansion of the Web3 market scale and thegradual formation of global regulatory frameworks,the Web3industry is transitioning from "unregulated growth" to"compliant developmenf".
Web3 is not merely a technological upgrade, but an internet revolution centered on the restructuring of rights and interests. Its core logic lies in establishing a complete closed-loop system of data right confirmation-value measurement-profit distribution through a combination of technologies such as blockchain, smart contracts, and token economics, thus returning value to its creators. This transformation is mainly reflected in three dimensions:
First is the return of data sovereignty. The distributed ledger technology of blockchain enables the full lifecycle of data generation and circulation to be traceable and immutable. Combined with privacy-preserving technologies like zero-knowledge proofs, users can not only control the flow of their data but also verify it without exposing sensitive information. For instance, content created by users on Web3 platforms is minted as a unique NFT, with clear and verifiable copyright ownership. All proceeds from transactions are directly deposited into personal wallets, completely breaking free from the shackles of platform commissions.
Second is the innovation of economic models. Token economics quantifies every contribution made by users into tradable assets. Whether it is participating in project testing, creating content, or joining a DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization) for governance, users are eligible to receive platform token rewards. This "contribution equals reward" model breaks the traffic exploitation logic of Web2, transforming users from mere platform consumers into network owners.
Third is the integration of virtual and real-world value. The boom of RWA (Real-World Asset tokenization) has propelled Web3 from the virtual realm to the real economy. In 2025, the proportion of RWAs in the total value locked in DeFi exceeded 30%, with assets such as real estate, bulk commodities, and supply chain accounts receivable being successively tokenized on-chain. Tak Cheung Properties has tokenized office buildings for issuance, allowing ordinary people to invest with just a few thousand Hong Kong dollars and automatically receive rental income distributions—this has completely lowered the investment threshold for traditional assets.
If the past few years were a period of technological debugging for Web3, 2025 marked the pivotal year for its official implementation. The triple resonance of policy, technology, and capital has driven Web3 to bid farewell to its unregulated growth phase and enter a new stage of compliant and large-scale development.
On the policy front, a global regulatory framework has gradually taken shape. The United States has established a systematic regulatory system through the "Three Bills", clarifying the classification of digital assets and regulatory boundaries. Hong Kong has introduced the Stablecoin Bill and implemented a license-based access system, emerging as a hub connecting the mainland and the global Web3 ecosystem. This model of "bottom-line regulation plus innovation pilots" has provided a policy safety net for industry development and emboldened traditional capital to enter the market.
In terms of technology, the underlying infrastructure has become increasingly sophisticated. Layer 2 scaling solutions have become mainstream, handling 68% of Ethereum's transaction volume and reducing transaction costs to the range of $0.01–$0.2. Account abstraction technology has addressed pain points such as cumbersome mnemonic phrases and complicated cross-chain switching, pushing the number of Web3 wallet users past 580 million. What deserves more attention is the in-depth integration of AI and Web3: AI agents can automatically execute DeFi arbitrage and NFT screening, freeing users from complex operations and driving an exponential increase in industry efficiency.
From the perspective of capital and market, the commercial value of Web3 has been fully verified. HashKey went public and raised HK$1.6 billion, with over 1.44 million registered users. The global total market value of Web3 has soared to $4 trillion, and listed companies such as MicroStrategy have seen their market capitalization surge through their deployment of crypto assets. These cases have confirmed the commercial potential of compliant Web3 services and marked the industry's transition from a "niche frenzy" to "mainstream recognition".
The Web3 boom is not exclusive to giants and geeks—ordinary people can also find their own ways to participate. There is no need to invest large sums of money at every turn; you can start with basic scenarios: mint your original content into NFTs for monetization, join a DAO organization to participate in governance and receive token rewards, or make small investments in RWA projects through compliant platforms to share the dividends of asset tokenization.
Yet behind the opportunities, risks cannot be ignored. Problems such as fraudulent projects and illegal fundraising still exist in the current market, and cases of some DAPPs being filed and investigated for illegal operations are not uncommon. For ordinary people, the primary principle is to adhere to the bottom line of compliance and choose platforms with clear regulatory endorsement and strong technical capabilities. Second, abandon the mindset of "getting rich overnight" and treat Web3 as a direction for long-term learning and layout, rather than a tool for short-term speculation. Finally, attach importance to risk control and never follow the trend blindly to invest all your funds.
From the "read-only Internet" of Web 1.0, to the "interactive Internet" of Web 2.0, and then to the "value Internet" of Web 3.0, every iteration of the Internet is essentially a re-exploration of fairness and efficiency. The ultimate significance of Web3 is not to subvert the existing Internet, but to remedy the flaws in value distribution through technological innovation, enabling every data creator to become a beneficiary of value.
In 2026, with the full-scale boom of RWA and the in-depth integration of AI and Web3, Web3 will further penetrate various sectors such as finance, cultural tourism, and supply chains. We are standing at the starting point of a new Internet era. Instead of getting bogged down in technical details, we should focus on the essence of value. Only by grasping the compliance trend and cultivating our core capabilities can we truly share the dividends of the times in this wave of value restructuring.