Hyperstructures:an essay by Jacob. “Crypto protocols that can run for free and forever, without maintenance, interruption or intermediaries. Hyperstructures take the form of protocols that run on blockchains.”
Reid Hoffman in WSJ on the “Network Generation”: “Unlike the Millennials who preceded them, members of Gen Z aren’t just digital natives. They are “network natives” who get, implicitly and explicitly, the power of connection. Far from being passive and isolated, they lead lives characterized by participation and community. They know that social media lets them share their voices directly with the world even as it situates them in vast but tightly woven networks of their peers. For Gen Z, every new anime, videogame, and K-pop band is a gateway to another deeply engaged and creative fandom. News stories about horrific school shootings or the worsening effects of climate change aren’t just news stories. They are a starting point for their own commentaries and first-person journalism, online petitions, real-world marches and protests, and ultimately, global social movements.”
Joshua Medcalf on grit: “The irony is that this ‘fake it till you make it’ tactic is the exact opposite of how truly successful people live. They live with authentic vulnerability because they know that the world always connects more with your grit than your shine. They might show up for the shine, but they will stay because of your grit.” [via Shane Parish]
