In many ways, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine is a test of crypto’s resilience. Digital assets have emerged as an effective means of directly supporting humanitarian efforts, and the crypto industry, despite enormous pressure, has largely proved itself a mature community — one ready to comply with international policies without compromising the core principles of decentralization.

However, crypto also plays a vital role in these terrible events. It’s becoming increasingly familiar to people who are cut off from payment systems once considered unfailing.