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The crypto industry has long relied on talent from computer science and economics departments. If poor supervision drives young researchers out of academia, a portion may migrate to crypto startups, DeFi protocols, or quantitative trading firms. However, this effect is gradual and unlikely to move markets in the near term. Meanwhile, the broader market is in a fear-driven correction (Fear & Greed 29), and any news that distracts from macro headwinds is irrelevant for price action.

A survey published in Nature finds that academic supervisors significantly impact their students' mental health, with poor supervision driving young researchers out of academia.