Building High Value in Web3 Beyond the Hype
Web3 is more than just a technological revolution, it’s a socio-economic movement that has the potential to decentralize prosperity and create value for all. It promises to redistribute wealth and opportunity, championing participation, collaboration, and collective ownership in a way traditional systems have failed to do. This vision of web3 is about creating a balanced ecosystem where value is generated and shared equitably, benefiting a broader spectrum of society. Yet, there is a large group of people who see web3 as an opportunity for making quick profits through token trading, and/or exploiting the proof-of-stake (POS) consensus mechanism. I call these people ‘POS Pirates’. POS Pirates are characterized by their relentless pursuit of short-term gains in web3; their primary focus is to accumulate as many tokens as possible, often ignoring the underlying value or potential of the projects they invest in. They thrive on exploiting the collective excitement about wanting to propel a decentralized world. In the context of web3’s future, it is crucial to distinguish between hype and high value. Hype, predominantly fueled by speculation and short-term profit motives, is transient and often misleading. In contrast, high value is anchored in the creation of enduring impact — in fostering sustainable growth and genuinely contributing to the decentralization and democratization of wealth and opportunities.
In the realm of web3, the paradigm of value creation and distribution undergoes a fundamental shift. Unlike traditional centralized systems where value is accumulated by a select few, web3 ensures that value is disseminated among the users who actively contribute to and engage with the network. In this landscape, every contribution is valued, whether it is recognized through token incentives or other forms of acknowledgment. Developers in this space are more than just creators; they assume the role of visionaries shaping a new digital environment. They are tasked with the responsibility and opportunity to build an internet experience that is open, transparent, and fundamentally fairer. Web3, therefore, represents not just a technological evolution but a cultural and economic revolution in how we interact with and contribute to the digital world. Such a shift requires a collective mindset that values cooperation, collaboration, and a willingness to think beyond individual gain. To create high value as a developer amidst the hype-driven web3 market, here are some best practices that I have observed through my career: Please continue reading on our website |
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