9th October 2024 Digital Bytes

Crowdfunding and the role of blockchains - crowdfunding, now enhanced by the adoption of blockchain technology, offers greater transparency, global reach and reduced costs. Blockchain enables secure transactions, smart contracts and fractional ownership, so democratising access to funding for entrepreneurs. And, whilst challenges such as regulatory uncertainty and market volatility exist, blockchain-powered crowdfunding has the potential to create a more equitable and community-driven financial ecosystem.

The battle for the soul of decentralisation - recent growth in Web3 has sparked discussions over the true meaning of decentralisation - that is, how did the once-idealistic vision of user autonomy become twisted with centralisation? Technologies such as blockchain promise more control, yet many decentralised platforms now rely on centralised systems. So, have convenience and regulatory pressure compromised the original vision and how can Web 3 balance innovation with compliance as gov…