Web of Value: Understanding blockchain and web3’s intersection of technology, psychology and business

The internet isn’t just a physical network or collection of digital platforms, it’s everyone who uses it.The next generation of the web creates an expanding web of value, revealing how blockchain and web3 are creating new tools for creating, distributing, sharing and storing anything of value online. The book goes beyond the technicalities, examining the psychological and business aspects of these technologies.At its core, Web of Value explains the potential value of the next generation of the internet, blockchain and web3 for those who aren't tech experts. It explains the social element of digital networks and explores the complex interplay of people, networks and technology. It’s not just about what these technologies are; it's about what they can do for us now and in the future. The book explores how people use and interact with these emerging networks, bridging the gap between technology and human experience.For all of its growth, the second generation of the web (web2) built around social media platforms, where much of the world’s digital communication is delivered through advertising platforms, will not remain the most common way of accessing information and connecting online forever. The web’s evolution isn’t done; new opportunities and challenges are emerging alongside web3.This book is written for people who want to actively shape their own experience online, whether that is mastering digital and social networks, building the future of business, understanding digital psychology, or learning about the evolution of the internet.Web of Value explains the technology behind blockchain and web3 for a non-technical audience, providing enough information to understand the usefulness of the tools and the motivations of some of the people building or using the technology, and to get a sense of where the technology is going. It is, fundamentally, a pragmatic and optimistic approach.This is the hardcover edition. Web of Value was originally published as a limited digital edition and is available in that format at alexandriabooks.com. Read more