At the NFT Paris event, Doodles CEO Julian Holguin sat down with Decrypt's Stephen Graves to discuss the importance of in-person meetups in Web3, the future of Doodles, and his prediction that many newer projects won't survive the crypto winter.

Holguin, the former president of Billboard, noted the strong vibes at the event and the importance of IRL meetups in Web3. He believes that these meetups are essential for the growth and success of the industry. Holguin said, “It’s so important to have these physical meetups, to get to know each other, to build relationships, to learn from each other, and to create a sense of community.”

When asked about the future of Doodles, Holguin said that the company is focused on building a platform that allows users to create, share, and monetize their art. He also noted that the company is working on creating a marketplace for digital art, which will enable users to buy and sell artwork.

Finally, Holguin predicted that many newer projects will not survive the crypto winter. He believes that the projects that will survive are the ones that have a strong foundation and a clear vision. He said, “The projects that will make it through this winter are the ones that have a strong team, a clear vision, and a solid product.”

Holguin’s comments provide a unique insight into the current state of the crypto industry and the importance of IRL meetups in Web3. His prediction about the future of the industry is sure to be a topic of discussion for some time to come.