Decentralisation: has the internet locked a reach for freedom into a clinch with central power? – Joseph Kennedy

Welcome to Ruined By The Internet? - the show where we examine how technology is shaping modern life - whether we want it to or not. But thanks to the domination of Big Tech and Venture Capital, has the dream of a user-controlled, peer-to-peer network been systematically stolen by a new set of gatekeepers? Joining us is Joseph Kennedy, Head of Marketing & Growth at blockchain platform Alephium. http://www.alephium.org http://www.twitter.com/bigpepghost https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephkennedyuk/ In this episode, Joseph joins us to explore the evolution of decentralisation in the internet age, particularly focusing on the impact of big tech and venture capital on the original ideals of blockchain technology. We discuss the rise and fall of cryptocurrencies, the role of centralised exchanges, public perception of Web3, and the influence of government regulation. We also look at the future of decentralisation, the risks posed by centralisation, and the potential for self-regulation within the crypto space. 00:00 The Promise of Decentralization and Its Erosion 02:50 The Role of Venture Capital in Crypto 06:11 Centralization vs. Decentralization: The Infrastructure Dilemma 08:57 Public Perception of Crypto and Web3 12:11 The Influence of Regulation on Decentralized Innovations 15:08 Corporate Involvement in Web3: A Double-Edged Sword 17:52 NFTs: Beyond the Hype and Towards Utility 20:50 Value Perception in the Digital Asset Space 23:07 The Rise and Fall of Steemit 28:08 Centralization vs. Decentralization: The Ethical Dilemma 30:29 Self-Regulation in the Decentralized Space 33:18 Government Control and the Decentralized Response 37:50 Barriers to Mass Adoption of Decentralization 40:12 The Future of Decentralization: A Divided Landscape 42:55 A Vision for True Decentralization #Web3 #DigitalSovereignty #BigTech #internet #technology #society #culture