Gate founder Lin Han talks about AI and the blockchain industry In an interview on December 17, 2025, Gate founder Lin Han stated that AI and blockchain are currently the two most talked-about fields, but they have different attributes. AI leans more towards pure technological innovation, while blockchain also carries financial attributes, making the barriers to entry and risks higher. However, it still holds unique advantages in terms of fundraising, liquidity, and exit strategies. He believes that although blockchain startups are no longer as easy as they were in the early days, they will still profoundly transform the financial system in the long run.