1/ A highlight from my first Consensus was a powerful question posed by a friend/founder: WHOM are we actually building for?

lawyer and doggo lover passionate about using tech for public good and social validation

2/ She reminded me that if crypto is truly as revolutionary as we say it is, then its most promising use cases shouldn’t just benefit those who already have access to traditional financial & labor markets.

3/ We also discussed the fact that just because a product *can* be put on chain, doesn’t mean that it *should* be. Maybe, just maybe, the opportunity to incorporate novel tech into a product shouldn’t take precedent to actual human needs.

5/ If you’re also looking for a bit of inspiration right now, check out @caphillcrypto latest newsletter featuring Lyudmyla Kozlovska, a human rights activist who’s used crypto to fight political oppression & deliver humanitarian aid.

5/ If you’re also looking for a bit of inspiration right now, check out @caphillcrypto latest newsletter featuring Lyudmyla Kozlovska, a human rights activist who’s used crypto to fight political oppression & deliver humanitarian aid. https://ckarchive.com/b/v8u3hrhx9nwnvblq229q5sz7kolllu9

6/ I’d also recommend taking a look at CCI’s Center for a Digital Future & the newly launched Impact Base for further examples of how blockchain, AI & other emerging technologies are making a real difference in people’s lives. /END

6/ I’d also recommend taking a look at CCI’s Center for a Digital Future & the newly launched Impact Base for further examples of how blockchain, AI & other emerging technologies are making a real difference in people’s lives. /END
https://www.centerforadigitalfuture.org/

4/ As I reflect on the uncertain regulatory future for crypto in the US—and the unfortunate politicization of a neutral technology—I’m hearted by this and other “big picture” convos from my week in Austin.