Bitcoin and Web 3.0: The Evolution of a New Financial Ecosystem

Arthur Schopenhauer once said, “All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.”

Arthur Schopenhauer once said, “All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.” This isn’t just a clever quote. It’s a powerful reminder that every revolution, every significant shift, requires resilience and vision. And today, we’re witnessing one of those shifts: Bitcoin is no longer just a theory—it’s the monetary layer of the internet.

Think about this for a moment. For years, Bitcoin was viewed as a fringe idea, something only a few believed in. It was ridiculed. Dismissed. Yet here we are. As Bitcoin reaches new heights, it’s doing more than capturing value; it’s changing our understanding of value itself. And now, as “altcoin season” takes off, it’s clear that this isn’t just about price gains. It’s about building something much bigger than any one currency. It’s about creating an ecosystem where ownership, identity, and access are redefined.

Let’s ask ourselves: what does it mean for each of us if the foundations of the internet are no longer controlled by a select few, but owned by all of us? Imagine a world where everyone, regardless of where they live or what they have, can own their digital identity and assets. That’s what Web 3.0 represents. And Bitcoin? It’s the foundation that makes it possible.

Now consider the role of companies like Coinbase. They’re more than just exchanges. They’re bridges between the old and the new, enabling millions to take their first steps into this era of decentralization. Each time someone buys an altcoin, they’re not just making an investment; they’re taking a stand for a future where we, the users, are the custodians of the internet—not corporations or governments.

Of course, there will be challenges. There will be skeptics, as there always are. Some will continue to see crypto as a bubble, a passing fad. But let’s not forget, the most meaningful changes are rarely easy. Bitcoin faced ridicule, doubt, and disdain. Yet today, it has established itself as the monetary backbone of a decentralized internet—an idea that, even a few years ago, seemed impossible.

As we move forward, every altcoin, every new project, every application is building on that foundation. Together, they represent a shift toward an internet that isn’t just more inclusive, but more empowering. Companies like Coinbase aren’t simply facilitating access; they’re laying down the paths that will allow this future to flourish.

So, if you ever doubted the future of cryptocurrencies, remember that every great shift begins with resistance. Just as Schopenhauer said: first, it’s ridiculed. Then, it’s opposed. Today, Bitcoin and Web 3.0 are moving from vision to reality—and we’re all part of this story.

Let’s not just watch it happen. Let’s help build it.

Thanks for reading,

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Guillermo Valencia A
Co-founder, Macrowise

November 11th, 2024
Mexico City