The developers behind the various cryptocurrency projects will not go down without a fight. While i think ypure right about consolidation, it could get ugly with intentional pump-&-dumps, wallet hacks, and a flood of misinformation. That being said, expect to see many developers with less of an anarchist spirit join the ranks of government & industry blockchain development teams. The talent pool will be a huge factor in which coins survive and the future of blockchain integration in society.