The 380-year-old nation-state model is being systematically hollowed out by emerging digital technologies, according to blockchain expert Jarrad Hope. In an exclusive interview with Cointelegraph, the Logos co-founder and author of “Farewell to Westphalia” argues that blockchain infrastructure and internet tools are enabling entirely new forms of cross-border social organization that challenge traditional centralized governance structures.
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0 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekWeb3: The Decentralized Internet Revolution Explained
Web3 represents the next evolution of the internet, built on decentralized blockchain technology where users own and control their digital experiences. This paradigm shift moves beyond the centralized models of Web 2.0, empowering users through token-based ownership and governance. The emergence of Web3 marks a fundamental transformation in how we interact with digital platforms and assets.
about Web3: The Decentralized Internet Revolution ExplainedPrediction Markets vs DAOs: A New Financial Coordination Frontier
Syndicate co-founder Ian Lee reveals surprising parallels between prediction markets and decentralized autonomous organizations. Both systems fundamentally coordinate human behavior with capital, despite their different crypto-native labels. This perspective challenges conventional categorizations and highlights evolving DeFi innovation.
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The share of workers receiving crypto payments has more than tripled from 3% in 2023 to 9.6% in 2024, according to Pantera Capital’s Blockchain Compensation Survey. Stablecoins dominate payroll usage, with USDC accounting for over 60% of crypto wages and USDT at 28%. This shift is fueled by benefits like faster cross-border transactions, lower fees, and accessibility for unbanked regions. Companies are increasingly adopting hybrid payment models, allowing employees to split salaries between fiat and crypto. Improved infrastructure, such as real-time payment rails and transparent reserve reporting (like Circle’s USDC), has boosted trust in crypto payroll systems. While full-crypto salaries remain rare, industry experts predict further growth as regulatory clarity improves and more firms formalize crypto-native operations.
about Crypto Payrolls Surge: 9.6% Now Paid in Digital TokensEthereum at 10: Challenges & Future of the Blockchain Giant
Ethereum celebrates a decade of revolutionizing blockchain with smart contracts, DeFi, and NFTs, but faces growing competition and scalability challenges. Experts highlight the need for faster, cheaper transactions and improved interoperability to stay relevant. While institutional adoption grows, concerns remain about Ethereum’s ability to maintain its lead amid emerging layer-1 chains. The network must address user experience and execution speed to avoid falling behind. The next decade will test whether Ethereum can evolve or be overtaken by more efficient alternatives.
about Ethereum at 10: Challenges & Future of the Blockchain GiantWeb3 Reshapes Business: DAOs Challenge Traditional Models
The article explores how Web3 and DAOs are transforming traditional corporate structures by introducing decentralized, community-governed models. Unlike rigid hierarchies, these organizations operate transparently via smart contracts, enabling faster decision-making and global talent access. Key benefits include agile growth, decentralized incentives (e.g., token rewards), and borderless collaboration. However, challenges like legal uncertainty and governance risks remain. Alessio Vinassa highlights how Web3 empowers contributors and fosters innovation, urging entrepreneurs to embrace this paradigm shift. The piece concludes by emphasizing Web3’s potential to redefine business-building itself, not just industries.
about Web3 Reshapes Business: DAOs Challenge Traditional ModelsAI Agents in Crypto: The Future of Autonomous Trading
AI agents in crypto are autonomous software programs equipped with AI, wallet access, and predefined missions like trading or governance. Unlike traditional bots, they make independent decisions, interact with smart contracts, and execute actions in real-time. These agents excel in 24/7 trading, emotionless decision-making, and optimizing DeFi strategies, making them indispensable in fast-paced crypto markets. Platforms like Fetch.ai and Olas are pioneering this space, offering frameworks for developers to build advanced autonomous protocols. With capabilities ranging from yield farming to meme generation, AI agents are redefining efficiency and innovation in Web3.
about AI Agents in Crypto: The Future of Autonomous TradingFrom JPMorgan to Web3: Santiago R. Santos’ Crypto Journey
Santiago R. Santos began his career in traditional finance at JPMorgan before pivoting to Web3, making early investments in foundational projects like Aave, Uniswap, and The Graph while at Parafi Capital. His investments grew exponentially, but more importantly, he embraced a vision of finance without centralized institutions. Now an independent investor and advocate for community ownership, he actively engages with DAOs, NFTs, and on-chain data. Through Inversion, he’s exploring innovative blockchain applications, blending crypto principles with private equity models. His journey highlights a shift from TradFi to decentralized ecosystems, driven by belief in equitable value distribution and grassroots innovation.
about From JPMorgan to Web3: Santiago R. Santos' Crypto JourneyPSG Holds Bitcoin, Expands Web3 Initiatives
Paris Saint-Germain announced it holds Bitcoin (BTC) as part of its treasury and is expanding PSG Labs to back Web3 projects, including tokenization, NFTs, and DAOs. The club, which began its crypto journey in 2018 with fan tokens, has deepened its blockchain involvement by running a Chiliz validator and partnering with Crypto.com. Unlike most sports teams that engage with crypto through sponsorships or NFTs, PSG is taking a strategic approach by directly holding Bitcoin and investing in Bitcoin-centric startups. The club aims to leverage its global brand to accelerate Web3 adoption and support emerging projects.
about PSG Holds Bitcoin, Expands Web3 InitiativesDan Elitzer: Pioneering DeFi and Open Finance
Dan Elitzer, a psychology graduate turned crypto investor, co-founded Nascent to support early-stage projects building open financial systems. Known for his advocacy of appchains and critique of centralized blockchain models, Elitzer has been a vocal proponent of DeFi innovations. His journey includes distributing Bitcoin to MIT students in 2014, leading blockchain research at IDEO CoLab, and founding Nascent, which has invested in over 100 teams. Elitzer emphasizes practical, jargon-free approaches to crypto adoption and remains actively engaged in community debates. His balanced perspective—combining market, tech, and human insights—sets him apart in an industry often driven by hype.
about Dan Elitzer: Pioneering DeFi and Open FinanceWeb3: The Decentralized Future of the Internet
Web3 is a transformative vision for the internet, built on decentralized blockchains where users own and control platforms through token-based systems. Unlike Web 1.0 (static, read-only) and Web 2.0 (centralized, social), Web3 introduces a ‘read-write-own’ model, addressing issues like data monopolies and privacy breaches. Key features include decentralization via peer-to-peer networks, cryptographic security, and tokenized incentives. For crypto, Web3 enables innovation (DeFi, NFTs, DAOs), broader inclusion, and user empowerment through ownership and governance. This paradigm shift could redefine digital interactions, making the internet more equitable and user-centric.
about Web3: The Decentralized Future of the InternetLuis Cuende: From Linux Prodigy to DAO Pioneer
Luis Cuende’s journey from a 12-year-old Linux developer to a leading figure in decentralized governance showcases his relentless drive to challenge traditional systems. As the co-founder of Aragon, he enabled permissionless DAO creation, raising $25 million in ETH in just 26 minutes. His career spans pioneering blockchain-based certification with Stampery and advocating for digital citizenship through CitizenX. Despite internal conflicts at Aragon, Cuende remains committed to decentralization, pushing for community-controlled treasuries. His story underscores the power of conviction in reshaping governance and individual freedom through technology.
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