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The cynicism in these threads on this topic is really something. It seems to correlate with an overall change in mindset in the tech space (maybe driven by the
by basisword 5y ago
The cynicism in these threads on this topic is really something. It seems to correlate with an overall change in mindset in the tech space (maybe driven by the younger generation?).
I remember when startups and making lots of money was cheered on HN. A decade ago people would have been looking at the positives of this tech, figuring out how they could get involved and how they could make money and try to make it succeed. There was a much more optimistic atmosphere. It now seems that people making lots of money are reviled. It gels with the anti/post capitalism memes that are quite prevalent.
I’m not judging this view (I often find myself swinging between capitalist views and socialist views and try not to strongly subscribe to either) but I think it explains the cynicism in these “crypto” threads.
- rmsaksida 5y agoI disagree. I think the cynicism is there because the audience on HN is more aware of the technical aspects of crypto and thus has a better understanding of its flaws. The criticisms of web3 are legitimate, especially when it comes to the question of decentralization.
- elevenoh 5y agoTrue. What's discussed & lauded on here is more zero sum & identity politics based than ever. Just like San Francisco. Sad to see.