In October 2021, during the opening Keynote of the Social Media Conference Suriname, I spoke about the potential of web3, the blockchain and NFTs in today's world.
A summary of day 1 of the Social Media Conference Suriname 2021 by cartoonist Richenel Piemoe
While for many this seems like something for away, the opportunities are already there. The biggest problem with web3 is that people are still struggling to define it. The reality however is the in case of innovation, the definition most likely will come after the fact.
Many organizations and individuals are already experimenting with ways to utilize new technological opportunities for good. And just like with every technological development, there are also a lot of people taking advantage of those that lack the knowledge to fully understand the space.
We can dwell over the shortcomings of the current web3 space, it's infancy, and any case for it not being ready for mainstream. At the same time, we have to realize that it provides opportunities.
For me it is about patience. About understanding that if we can educate future generations properly on how the world currently works, they can educate us on new solutions.
The question is, are we willing to sacrifice our pride, greed and ego, for the future of today's children, or will we continue to destroy their future for our own short term personal gain?
