According to CoinMeta, in 2026, on one hand, the Web3 industry is contracting, while on the other hand, there is a structural shortage of talent: more than 40 companies have laid off employees throughout the year, totaling over 7,000 people. However, technical positions such as engineering, security, zero-knowledge proof, and Rust are still in high demand. Moledao Q2 data shows that engineering positions account for 46.0% of recruitment needs, with applicants accounting for only 27.1%, making it the most acute area of talent scarcity. Meanwhile, positions such as BD and PM see a concentration of candidates and more intense competition. At the same time, AI skills are rapidly becoming a standard requirement for Web3 hiring, with related position requirements accounting for 53.1% and resulting in a salary premium of about 20%.