According to the author, the crypto industry's original cypherpunk values, such as decentralization and anti-establishment principles, are being diluted by corporate actions like Coinbase sponsoring political events and Ripple's aggressive lobbying, as stated in the article. This could heighten regulatory risks and erode investor trust, potentially increasing volatility for major cryptocurrencies like BTC and ETH. For instance, Coinbase's alignment with political figures may influence its stock performance and associated crypto markets, affecting short-term trading strategies.