For a chance to win from 15,000 USDT in the Spacecoin Writing Contest, we’re asking you to explore how a decentralized internet could challenge the dominance of platforms built on scale.
This template is a guide, not a constraint—answer the title question however you see fit
What is the network effect and how can decentralized network systems combat it?
1. Introduction
- What is the network effect, and why should the average person understand it?
2. The Power of the Network Effect
- How do mega-platforms exploit the network effect?
3. How Decentralized Networks Can Disrupt the Status Quo
- How do decentralized networks function differently than traditional network effects in centralized platforms?
- Give some real-world examples of decentralization fighting back.
4. Challenges and Solutions
- What key hurdles are slowing mainstream adoption of decentralized alternatives?
- What strategies could help decentralized systems compete with Big Tech’s dominance?
5. The Path Forward
- Ultimately, is decentralization a viable alternative, or just a necessary counterweight to keep Big Tech in check?
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Round 2 is now open and accepting submissions until July 7, 2025.
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