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The Financialization of Human Beings

Dec 8, 2021
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INSIGHT

Self-Tokenization

  • Alex Masmej tokenized himself, selling shares of his future earnings on the Ethereum blockchain.
  • This allows him to raise capital and gives investors a stake in his potential success.
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Early Fan Investment

  • Rex Woodbury suggests early fans should profit from an artist's success, like early Taylor Swift fans.
  • This concept mirrors arguments about toxic fandom and ownership.
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Exploitation Potential

  • Tokenizing individuals could lead to exploitation, with investors controlling their actions.
  • This is similar to crowdfunding a "Jackass" show, with potentially harmful consequences.
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