Decentralization
MakerDAO On Its Decentralization Process to Dissolve the Foundation
DeFi protocol MakerDAO plans to complete its roadmap to decentralize governance with the dissolution of its foundation in the coming months. Nadia Alvarez, head of growth at MakerDAO, joins "All About ETH" live from Ethereum Denver 2022 to discuss its journey to decentralization and key lessons learned. Plus, is the trend of DAO-ifying a buzz or a long-term revolution?
Bitcoin’s Value Depends on Its Decentralization
Why the investment thesis for bitcoin is built on the network’s decentralization.
The Earn It Act Sparks Concerns Over Child Safety and Online Privacy
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously passed the Earn It Act, which would scale back the broad immunity that the internet platforms were granted under Section 230 in the name of eliminating child-sex-abuse content. "The Hash" squad discusses the latest threat to privacy and encryption, and the need for decentralization. EDITOR'S NOTE: A BANNER IN THE VIDEO WAS CORRECTED TO REFLECT CLARIFICATION THAT A SENATE COMMITTEE PASSED THE EARN IT ACT.
US Senate Passes Earn It Act Despite Concerns Over Child Safety and Online Privacy
The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously passed the Earn It Act, which would scale back the broad immunity that the internet platforms were granted under Section 230 in the name of holding platforms accountable for chid-sex-abuse content. “The Hash” squad discusses the latest threat to privacy and encryption, and the need for decentralization.
From Science Fiction to Virtual Reality: How the Metaverse Started With 'Snow Crash' and Where It’s Going
In this episode of "NFT All-Stars," Metapurse’s Twobador, Marguerite deCourcelle, Jason Bailey (aka Artnome), BT, and Jenny Guo dive into Neal Stephenson’s 1992 novel "Snow Crash," which is celebrated in the crypto space for birthing the metaverse concept. They discuss how Stephenson’s metaverse differs from that of Meta and other tech firms, the formation of digital communities, and the importance of decentralization.
Ether, Altcoins Tank, With Bitcoin as Decoupling Narrative Goes Up in Smoke
The developing narrative of ether and altcoins decoupling from bitcoin in an adverse macro environment went up in smoke Friday, as a sell-off in stocks and BTC caused extensive damage to the broader digital asset market. Is centralized liquidity dictating the market value of cryptocurrencies promising decentralization? Are we in a bear market?
Understanding DeFi and Its Importance in the Crypto Economy
The aim of decentralized finance is to create an entirely new financial system. As DeFi continues to evolve and strengthen, it’s vitally important for advisors to understand this space.
Signal CEO Moxie Marlinspike Steps Down, Is He Right About Web 3?
Moxie Marlinspike has stepped down as chief executive at Signal, the encrypted messaging app he founded in 2014. WhatsApp co-founder Brian Acton will serve as interim CEO. “The Hash” team discusses what could be next for Marlinspike amid his critiques of Web 3 for not being truly decentralized as its proponents claim.
Pudgy Penguins NFT Project Ousts Founders as Mood Turns Icy
The beloved NFT project Pudgy Penguins voted out its founders Thursday after they allegedly failed to deliver on stated goals and drained the treasury of funds. Some argue the entire project should be decentralized, potentially an industry first. "The Hash" squad discusses the latest battle for control, raising governance questions surrounding NFT communities and what this means for the fate of Pudgy Penguins.
