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a16z crypto founder Chris Dixon's new book highlights how blockchains can lead to a more equitable internet

The Scoop

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The Evolution of the Internet and the Shift Towards Centralized Control

This chapter discusses the initial decentralized nature of the internet and its evolution into a centralized system controlled by a few companies. The speaker highlights the positive advancements in the internet but emphasizes the trade-off of handing control over to a small number of tech giants. They also discuss their interest in blockchain technology as a tool to counteract consolidation and build a better internet.

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