Sublime

The report investigates the true decentralization of blockchains, highlighting various forms of centralization, vulnerabilities in consensus protocols, and the implications for security and immutability in networks like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

The text critiques common marketing assumptions, emphasizing that most consumers lack strong relationships with brands and suggesting that marketing efforts should focus on engaging a broader audience rather than nurturing fan loyalty.

The report explores using design fictions to creatively engage politicians and community groups in envisioning future policy implications, particularly regarding ageing in place and isolation, through collaborative workshops.

Analyses the cultural phenomenon of hyper-optimization, discussing its impact on creativity, the overabundance of cultural products, and the need for counterforces to resist its effects.

The report analyzes the music streaming industry's growing divide affecting independent artists due to market consolidation, pay-for-play models, royalty distribution changes, streaming fraud, and AI's impact, recommending reforms for fairness, transparency, and inclusivity.