In 2020, as the United States grappled with cultural upheaval, many people felt disillusioned by the shifting tides of societal values. Among them was Jesse Wachtel, a long-haul truck driver crisscrossing the nation’s highways. Jesse watched as stories of people being debanked, censored, or blocked from using fundraising platforms like GoFundMe flooded the media. For Jesse, a man driven by fairness and justice, this wasn’t just a political issue — it was a human one.
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Capitalism with a Conscience: Exploring the ReFi Phenomenon
The banks call it impact funds. The web3 community calls it Regenerative Finance, or ReFi. Today, ReFi is mostly about creating a green world while still making money, but the potential for solving multiple issues in society is huge. Investors’ heartfelt care for the world is clearly growing, and they are jumping on the ReFi trend. Yes, it’s badly needed.
A Boomer’s Guide to Being Wrong about Bitcoin
The recent launch of McDonald’s “Happy Place” in the metaverse has sparked a heated debate about the impact of digital innovation on public health. Other major fast-food chains like KFC, Chipotle, Starbucks, and Domino’s are also embracing virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and interactive experiences to revolutionize how they interact with customers. However, overshadowing these developments is a significant and pressing concern.
Metaverse Garbage: Fast Food’s Impact on Health
The recent launch of McDonald’s “Happy Place” in the metaverse has sparked a heated debate about the impact of digital innovation on public health. Other major fast-food chains like KFC, Chipotle, Starbucks, and Domino’s are also embracing virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and interactive experiences to revolutionize how they interact with customers. However, overshadowing these developments is a significant and pressing concern.
Ignorance in Web3: How Media and Government Widen the Digital Divide
Mainstream media and many government agencies across the world are significant contributors to a digital divide in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Rapid advancements in technology demand a high level of understanding and adaptability in society in order to fulfill the promises of equality, increased economic growth, and to meet the complex global challenges through advancements in tech and innovation. Yet, ignorance, particularly concerning Web3 and cryptocurrencies, is threatening to undermine the collective progress of the digital era. What is happening, and what is needed?
The Metaverse Isn’t Dead- It’s Just Getting Real
Just 2 years ago, the metaverse was the shit. Facebook rebranded as Meta, VR headsets were improving rapidly, and we thought we’d soon be living in fully digital worlds. But lately, the hype has cooled. I would say that what we were going for was killed in action. Now it’s evolving into something more practical and seamlessly integrated into our daily lives.
At the Turning Point, What Comes Next?
We have reached a pivotal moment – a turning point – in the evolution of digital currencies. The question on everyone’s mind is: what comes next and what does it mean?
The Philosophical Evolution of Money in Scandinavia: From Viking Assets to Digital Trust
From the days of the Vikings to the modern digital age, people’s understanding and use of currency have transformed over centuries. The way we relate to money is closely linked to our needs and wants. The journey of money in Scandinavia reveals an interesting story of philosophical change among the population.
Cryptocurrency Crossroads: Trump’s Pivot vs. Biden’s Resistance
The crypto community is surprised. Cryptocurrency has suddenly become a focal point in the United States. “Crypto is moving out of the US because of the hostility… We’ll stop that because I don’t want that,” Trump said, prompting cheers from the crowd. Donald Trump, who has always expressed traditional thoughts regarding protecting the US dollar and skepticism towards emerging technologies, suddenly likes cryptocurrency.
Exploring Asia’s Cryptocurrency Uprising
From the bustling streets of Vietnam to the tech-savvy corridors of Singapore, Asia is embracing cryptocurrencies, regardless of shifty and unclear governmental regulations. Here’s what’s happening in the Asian cryptocurrency uprising.
The Global Public Perception of Web3
Imagine this: you ask someone on the street about Web3, and they give you a blank stare. That’s the reality I uncovered when I read a recent web3 survey. Here’s what I learnt from the study by Consensys and YouGov.