Welcome to Ruined By The Internet? - the show where we examine how technology is shaping modern life - whether we want it to or not. Follow the show, leave a review, or let us know what else to look into at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ruinedbytheinternet.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠The internet promised to be an escape from centralised power. 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.orghttp://www.twitter.com/bigpepghosthttps://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 Erosion02:50 The Role of Venture Capital in Crypto06:11 Centralization vs. Decentralization: The Infrastructure Dilemma08:57 Public Perception of Crypto and Web312:11 The Influence of Regulation on Decentralized Innovations15:08 Corporate Involvement in Web3: A Double-Edged Sword17:52 NFTs: Beyond the Hype and Towards Utility20:50 Value Perception in the Digital Asset Space23:07 The Rise and Fall of Steemit28:08 Centralization vs. Decentralization: The Ethical Dilemma30:29 Self-Regulation in the Decentralized Space33:18 Government Control and the Decentralized Response37:50 Barriers to Mass Adoption of Decentralization40:12 The Future of Decentralization: A Divided Landscape42:55 A Vision for True Decentralization#Web3 #DigitalSovereignty #BigTech #internet #technology #society #culture