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Douglas Rushkoff: Can We Reclaim the Internet for Humanity?

Soul Boom

CHAPTER

Evolution of the Internet: From Idealistic Visions to Profit-Driven Realities

The chapter explores the transition of the internet from its early days as a tool for scientific exchange and community-driven media to a business-focused entity. It discusses how the original vision of the internet as a platform for creative possibilities shifted to one focused on capturing attention and predictability, leading to a culture of constant digital stimulation. The conversation also touches on the rise and fall of cryptocurrency from its idealistic beginnings to a speculative market driven by human greed.

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