

Chris Dixon on Blockchains, AI, and the Future of the Internet
502 snips Apr 23, 2025
Chris Dixon, a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz and author of Read Write Own, dives into the evolution of the internet and the promise of blockchain technology. He argues that we can restore creator autonomy and shift power back to the edges of networks. Topics include the rise of stablecoins and their regulatory challenges, AI's impact on venture capital, and how blockchain could redefine digital ownership. Chris also touches on the philosophical underpinnings influencing venture capital decisions, blending technology with deep thought.
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Internet's Shift from Decentralization
- The internet started decentralized, allowing direct creator-to-consumer transactions without intermediaries.
- Today, dominant platforms like YouTube take large fees, concentrating economic power away from creators.
Why Centralized Internet Dominates
- Centralized internet services won due to better user experience and subsidization.
- Blockchains combine societal benefits of protocols with corporate competitive advantages through incentives and smart contracts.
Mastodon’s Decentralization Challenges
- Mastodon struggled due to architectural flaws like fragmented servers and coordination challenges.
- Blockchains show more promise in areas like payments where current systems are broken.