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Crypto’s rideshare dreams crash again

The article discusses the failure of decentralized rideshare startups, such as Teleport, and the challenges they face in trying to disrupt traditional rideshare giants like Uber and Lyft using blockchain-based incentives. It highlights the lack of social accountability in the blockchain community and how the focus has shifted from innovation to speculation. The article also talks about the rise of meme-based assets, or memecoins, which embrace chaos and do not strive for real-world use cases. It suggests that the lack of belief and sustainable accountability methods in the cryptocurrency space has led to a cycle of speculation rather than long-term utility. The article concludes by suggesting that creating Sybil-proof reputation systems and restoring a balance between anonymity and accountability is crucial for restoring faith in utility in the crypto industry.

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