In the fast-paced world of crypto, mindshare—essentially the buzz and attention a sector gets across social media, forums, and analytics platforms—can make or break trends. A recent tweet from @S4mmyEth highlights a fascinating shift, suggesting that Decentralized Science (DeSci), which focuses on using blockchain to democratize scientific research and funding, should rebrand to DeScAi. Why? Because AI is the powerhouse driving the momentum, especially through projects like Bio Protocol.

The tweet quotes an earlier post from @0xNairolf breaking down weekly mindshare winners and losers. ZK (Zero-Knowledge proofs, tech that enhances privacy and scalability in blockchains) took the crown as the biggest winner, while DeSci held strong thanks to Bio Protocol commanding a whopping 91% of the sector's attention. AI isn't far behind, showing steady gains, and even prediction markets are simmering down a bit. On the flip side, Real World Assets (RWA, tokenizing physical assets like real estate on-chain) and ETFs are losing ground.

Looking at the accompanying chart, AI dominates with 36.29% mindshare, dwarfing DeFi at 18.80%. GameFi (play-to-earn gaming on blockchain) sits at 4.41%, ZK at 4.00%, and memes—those viral, community-driven tokens like Dogecoin or newer pups—at just 3.46%. Stablecoins, RWAs, Layer 2 solutions (which scale Ethereum-like blockchains), EVM (Ethereum Virtual Machine ecosystems), and DeSci round out the list with smaller slices.

@S4mmyEth points out that Bio Protocol is carrying DeSci on its back, fueled by "Agentic Co-scientists"—AI agents that collaborate on scientific tasks autonomously. This AI integration is boosting AI's mindshare by another 3% weekly, with warnings that it could rocket back to 70% dominance if you're not paying attention. The key takeaway? AI is the common thread weaving through these sectors, acting as a catalyst for innovation and hype.

For meme token enthusiasts, this is a wake-up call. While memes hold a modest 3.46%, the rise of AI could spill over into AI-themed memes or hybrid projects. Think tokens that blend humor with AI utility, like those powering decentralized AI models or meme-generating bots. As DeSci morphs into DeScAi, it might inspire meme creators to infuse more tech depth, potentially elevating the sector's mindshare.

This trend underscores how interconnected crypto narratives are. If you're building or investing in blockchain, keeping an eye on AI's encroachment could be your edge. Projects like Bio Protocol (assuming their site) are prime examples—check them out to see how AI is revolutionizing science on-chain. Stay tuned; the next mindshare update might just confirm DeScAi as the new hot narrative.