Web 3.0 has the potential to radically alter much of society. This seems like a bold statement but it really is not. Would anyone deny the Internet changed a great deal about how we work and play? Society is radically different today due to this one medium as compared to 40 years ago.
For this reason, when dealing with even more powerful technology, it is not a stretch to believe it can have similar impact. We often discuss the idea of the network-state. Here we see a reworking of the structure with the digital network at the center of it all.
This is much different from a nation, which is a geographic piece of land, with the state strung over the top.
Of course, if we are dealing with a network-state, one of the keys is to change the mindset.
Are You Becoming A Hive Citizen?
This is an important point.
There is an enormous difference between a citizen and user. Even just thinking about the words conveys a difference in magnitude.
Users have no stake. The commitment level simply is not there.
If I am a user of Facebook, how much dedication do I really have? While all my social media activity might be focused there, it is not difficult to leave, at least from a technical perspective. One only has to log off (or close the account) and it is done.
This is not the case with being a citizen. Changing this is not easy. While the network-state will simplify this process, the motivation behind it is still the same.
Humans like to assemble. Few are truly loners (different than being lonely). Most prefer some type of social interaction.
Being a citizen means having a vested interest. To what degree is up to the individual. However, we see many other factors entering.
For example, governance is an issue. Citizens often head to the polls to select different leaders. We also have the economy. The population of a nation is dependent upon the economy for survival. While most will not think about it in these terms, the nation is better off when the economy is doing well.
When it comes to a network like Hive, the concept of citizenship is rarely discussed. Instead, most approach it like they are using just another platform.
Flaw With Web 3.0 Presentation
This is not exclusive to Hive.
It seems all of Web 3.0 is hindered because few have drawn the correlation of where we are now and how things could be unfolding. Most are stuck in the Web 2.0 mindset, a cancer that is stopping growth. If the people who are involved in it do not understand what is going on, how are those who are only encountering it suppose to grasp it?
We know this simply is not going to happen.
The digital and physical worlds are going to be merging. Some call this The Spatial Web. However we frame it, the concept is value. With more sensors being installed, digital twins are being produced. A simple idea such as 3-D mapping exemplifies what is occurring.
Apple made news with its new headset.
Here is a step forward toward mixed reality. This is the epitome of the merging.
All of this is something most understand. If that is the case, how come so few have transitioned to the idea of the network-state? Move past cryptocurrency and we see how blockchain can really impact things.
Hive is an opportunity. This is something repeatedly espoused.
One of the paramount ideas is to grasp what it means to be an early adopter. This could be something much larger than a new technology although that certainly is value.
We are likely discussing a completely new societal structure. Our form of government, one based upon geography, has been with us a long time. Suddenly, we have something that has a legitimate chance of changing this in the next half century.
While it is true many of us will not be around to see it in totality, the fact that we are already starting the process is a step forward. It is also a unique opportunity.
Being A Citizen
I often use the town analogy to describe what is taking place because I think it is applicable.
We are basically dealing with a piece of prairie land. This is why building is so important. At the moment, we have done nothing more than clear a few trees and run a bit of underground utilities. It is so early we have not even built the saloon or general store.
The other reason why the analogy is applicable is because, as mentioned, this will not reside solely in the digital realm. As the spatial web becomes more of a reality, blockchains will have a larger role in what is taking place.
Essentially, this boils down to building for us.
This sounds counter to the common mindset due to the fact that most are still thinking about things from a Web 2.0 perspective. Let us consider the formation of nations.
Did most of them form and develop with the intention of drawing more citizens in? Were the early settlers in any area doing so with the intention of pulling people in from around the world? Is that why they build churches, saloons, and housing?
The answer is no.
Those were constructed to serve the members of the community. Over time, things grew based upon the appeal of the area. The factors that go into that are outside the scope of this particular article yet the totality of what is offered is considered.
In other words, did the United States, in the early 1800s "market" other parts of the world for people to join? What did the individuals who were living in the nation at that time do? Were they calling for this or were the busy building their lives? How did the country develop the legal framework, infrastructure, businesses, and services that people used?
Certainly not by focusing outside their communities.
Instead, they got busy building what they needed. Any problems that arose, they tried to address them. This is what citizens do. In fact, they built the state as a solution to some of the issues that were previously faced.
This is a point missed completely within Web 3.0 in my opinion. People look at something like Hive as being a user. As stated, this is common throughout the entire Web 3.0 realm.
Words convey more than meaning. They have the ability to impart not only emotion but also affect the mindset one has. With Web 3.0, it is crucial we start making this transition.
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I used minimum of 10 other web3 platforms, but Hive is on top among them.
Hive facilitate it's users and I just love to be active here due to huge number of members (not just members Lovable members).
to be honest i dont see any other web3 like Hive. I mainly see trading platforms claiming to be web3.
Trading platforms , really? lol
ye they offer nft's, liquidity pools and defi staking and claim that is web3. pathetic.
hell hahaha
Some might opt to live in 10 countries but that is going to change.
When you start thinking like an owner instead of a user, things will swtich.
Good point;) 😉 in Web3 we are the owner not just user
Ahhaa Why I can't get it before
If you have any Hive or Leo in your wallet, you are an owner.
yes, I have and I am the owner 🔥
That is good. Then work on your business. That is what we all have to do.
yea perfect thanks 🙏👍
Only 10? There are hundreds of them. lol
hell yeah many are there, getting them one by one, hope will get many more;)
hahaha
I've got a list in the back of my book. ;-)
Aahaan thanks
You're welcome. Keep on trucking. :-)
I really like the comparison between citizen and user. While I do understand the logic on you comparing Hive to early stages of countries/cities, I think the reasoning for others is that there are too few 'citizens' in Hive as it is. A family won't make a town by themselves. They will be content in planting and harvesting for their day to day. When they meet with other families, they can form a town. Those few families won't build a city, nor make amusement parks just for a few of them. When they meet more families, they will build a city. I think there needs to be a balance of facilities and citizens.
The problem is that most are out trying to meet other families with nobody left building.
This is especially true when you consider networks and hubs. The Hive "hubs" are all over Web 2.0 social media and not on hive.
I can't argue with that. A lot are still scared to take the plunge. They're just dipping their toes or going up to their ankles.
This is possibly the best thing I have ever read by you. I often look at it like I am an autonomous participant on Hive with all the self-responsibility and self-reliance that entails. That said I think your perspective with also being a citizen is spot on.
Yes and what you mentioned are things that most people abhor and try to avoid.
Responsibility is not something people espouse these days. We seem to excel at the blame game.
But I agree with your assessment of the situation. We do have a responsiblity.
you've nailed it friend, transition from user to citizen is crucial. I must say I need to personally do better in this area too. Always want to spend most of my time on hive, I guess the concern of keeping other things going are involved too. That's why I would love to incorporate hive into my offline business.
Now I think there are a lot of hive users that is still yet to become citizens
Well, I would say that this post — posts like this one — is a great way to at least illustrate how we can best go about being the builders and citizens of Hive. In order for others to wish to be part of our potential network-state, what we do here has to be explainable in simple terms.
I can't say that I have really thought of myself as a user, so much as a community member here. I appreciate the rewards we can earn... as a means to invest in 2nd layer projects that seem valuable, meaningful or interesting.
I'm not inclined or trained in the technical aspects of building, but if I earn a couple of HBD from this post, that will almost certainly go towards investing in something that is dedicated to such building.
Above all, this is a long term gig for me. Just like citizenship is a long-term experience.
=^..^=
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Nowadays, I actually spend most of my days on hive and in fact it is difficult for me not to be in hive daily