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The Theories Behind the Ad's Failure
Different theories have emerged to explain Solana's blunder. One perspective suggests that the team may have misjudged the prevailing sentiment within the crypto community, which thrives on inclusivity across various political and cultural spectrums. Another theory posits that they might have aimed to create controversy for the sake of publicity; after all, 1.2 million views in a short span is not something to overlook.
However, the assumption that controversy could equate to engagement in the cryptocurrency space is debatable. Critically, trust and community sentiment are vital in this ecosystem, and alienating half of their customer base proved to be a strategic error that yielded immediate financial consequences.