From corruption to scams, crypto & blockchain is increasingly linked to shady schemes. But I present a refreshing take of the mostly problematic technology coming, drawing from my time in Kenya.
Very interesting read, Tisha—especially your pointing out of the "social stack" element.
I also believe in the potential of blockchain, but am personally dismayed by how the discourse has been taken over by speculative tech bros keen to be seen as pioneers and extract as much value from being a 'first mover' or something. Like, the benefits, especially to the underserved and the unbanked, are being chipped away by that ego- and profit-centric model.
At the risk of sounding patronizing, it's in places like Kenya where these social benefits can be most realized... because there's nobody there to corrupt it.
Tisha, I'm so grateful for your generosity sharing this very rich and beautifully (economically) structured articule. I want to start something similar in modern Mexico (a mix between city and rural landscapes/ecosystems) and would be great if I could have your advice (also from Will and the people of Grassroots, et al). Hope to make contact soon!! Cheers!
Very interesting read, Tisha—especially your pointing out of the "social stack" element.
I also believe in the potential of blockchain, but am personally dismayed by how the discourse has been taken over by speculative tech bros keen to be seen as pioneers and extract as much value from being a 'first mover' or something. Like, the benefits, especially to the underserved and the unbanked, are being chipped away by that ego- and profit-centric model.
At the risk of sounding patronizing, it's in places like Kenya where these social benefits can be most realized... because there's nobody there to corrupt it.
Tisha, I'm so grateful for your generosity sharing this very rich and beautifully (economically) structured articule. I want to start something similar in modern Mexico (a mix between city and rural landscapes/ecosystems) and would be great if I could have your advice (also from Will and the people of Grassroots, et al). Hope to make contact soon!! Cheers!
In Mexico we call this community work
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