Category Culture
The Obsession with Profit & the Dark Side of Technological Innovation
The tech world is obsessed with profit and that obsession is showing symptoms of an unsettling pattern, the exploitation of human vulnerability disguised as technological innovation and progress. This article presents three compelling examples: the militarization of AI, the creeping…
Are NFTs Dead, or is Digital Art on the Blockchain a Game-Changer for Art and Culture?
Digital art on the blockchain—often referred to as NFT Art, CRYPTOART or just NFTs—represents a ground breaking shift in how we perceive, create, and exchange art. Despite early exuberance, the current NFT market has faced scrutiny, market corrections and cultural…
Ideas Too Dangerous to Share, Digital Censorship and Cultural Hegemony
Antonio Gramsci, the Italian Marxist intellectual, developed the concept of cultural hegemony to describe how dominant classes maintain power, not solely through economic control, but by shaping culture and ideology. By framing the accepted norms, values, and beliefs, they secure…
Breaking Free: Rethinking Career Gaps and the Value of Unconventional Paths
In a world where productivity is often equated with uninterrupted career progress, gaps in employment are frequently viewed with suspicion, especially by hiring managers and corporate culture. This taboo, perpetuated by institutions like academia, media, and corporations, sustains a narrative…
Beyond the Gavel: The New Dynamics of Digital Art Auctions in the Crypto Age
The digital art world has experienced a seismic shift with the advent of online auctions, particularly those leveraging blockchain technology and NFT (Non-Fungible Token) marketplaces. Initially, online digital art auctions mirrored traditional methods, where artworks were sold on platforms like…
From Walls to Wallets: Exploring Banksy’s Street Art and its Synergies with CRYPTOART
In the ever-evolving world of art, the emergence of digital platforms and blockchain technology has given rise to a new form of artistic expression: CRYPTOART. This digital revolution bears striking parallels to the disruptive and boundary-pushing nature of street art,…