Is blockchain the future?

Is blockchain the future of the web?

In the last few years, blockchain technology has been discussed increasingly, with various opinions on its benefits and limitations.

But does it really have the capacity to revolutionize digital infrastructure as we know it?

Blockchain is an interesting concept, but will it live up to all of the expectations it has created in both the business world and beyond?

Take this with a pinch of salt - as we're obviously pretty biased running a Web3 business - but we believe blockchain technology can indeed revolutionize entire industries, improve cyber security and increase efficiency while reducing costs.

Here's a little info on why. 

The internet's progression and blockchains place

The internet has come a long way since its public emergence nearly 30 years ago.

It has gone through two major evolutions, and is now about to go through a third with the rise of blockchain technology.

This transformation will not only change how we use the internet and what we use it for, but it will also have far-reaching implications for our lives and work.

Blockchain technology offers a secure, immutable ledger that can be used to store data and facilitate transactions without the need for a central authority or intermediary.

This means that users can trust that their data is safe and secure, while also having access to more efficient ways of conducting business online.

Additionally, blockchain technology could potentially revolutionize the way we interact with each other online by providing an open platform where users can securely share information without fear of censorship or manipulation.

The possibilities are endless and only really limited by resource issues.  We believe that these will, in time be overcome and that blockchain will form the foundation for the new form of the internet. 

The key is the value of blockchain and who benefits

The value of blockchain lies in its ability to provide distributed ownership of data.

This means that no single source can control or manipulate the data stored on a blockchain. Which, if this is then used as the foundation for more business, means that no single entity can control your access to information or services. 

No more Elon banning your account because you insulted him, or Google putting up walls to prevent people from accessing and benefitting from certain things.  

It's power back to the people.  

Additionally, blockchain technology provides an immutable record of all transactions that have taken place on the network, making it virtually impossible to tamper with or alter any records.

Since blockchains are decentralized networks, they are resistant to outages or censorship from centralized authorities.

All these features make blockchain an ideal platform for securely storing and exchanging digital assets such as cryptocurrencies and other valuable data.

Mass adoption relies on improving blockchain UX and ease of use

The first dimension of blockchain adoption is novelty. This refers to the degree to which an application is new to the world and how much effort is required to ensure that users understand what problems it solves.

For example, when bitcoin was first introduced, it took a lot of effort to explain its use cases and convince people that it was a viable alternative to traditional currencies.

Similarly, blockchain technology is still relatively new and requires more education and understanding before it can be widely adopted.

I mean, no one wants to have to have 3 different wallets for storing assets, interacting with brands, and general day-to-day usage.  

This novel new phase is great for the hardcore users, but it's not great for mass adoption. 

As the tech progresses and on-ramps are improved, we should see more people using blockchain technology in their day-to-day life without even realising it.  

The second dimension of blockchain adoption is scalability.

This refers to the ability of a technology or business model to scale up quickly in order to meet growing demand.

In order for blockchain applications to become widely accepted, they must be able to handle large volumes of transactions without compromising security or performance.

Brands and people must be able to integrate with existing systems in order for businesses and consumers alike to take advantage of their benefits.

As such, scalability will be the second key in determining the success or failure of any given blockchain application.