What is Web3?
Web3 is a term used to describe the next generation of the internet, which is decentralized and powered by blockchain technology. It is a new way of building and using applications that are more secure, interoperable, transparent, and user-centric.

What is Web3?

Web3 is a term used to describe the next generation of the internet, which is decentralized and powered by blockchain technology. It is a new way of building and using applications that are more secure, interoperable, transparent, and user-centric.

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Some of the key terms in Web3 include:

  • Blockchain: A decentralized, distributed ledger that records transactions in a secure and transparent way.

  • Smart contracts: Self-executing contracts that automatically enforce the terms of an agreement between parties.

  • Decentralized applications (dApps): Applications that run on a decentralized network, rather than a centralized server.

  • Non-fungible tokens (NFTs): Unique digital assets that are stored on a blockchain and can be bought, sold, and traded like physical assets.

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 08:  Founder of Ethereum Vitalik Buterin during TechCrunch Disrupt London 2015 - Day 2 at Copper Box Arena on December 8, 2015 in London, England.  (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images for TechCrunch)

Who is Vitalik Buterin?

Here are 10 more historic blockchain pioneers:

  1. Satoshi Nakamoto: The creator(s) of Bitcoin, the first blockchain-based cryptocurrency. Their identity remains unknown even today. 
  2. Gavin Andresen: A software developer who was the lead developer of Bitcoin from 2010 to 2014.
  3. Nick Szabo: A computer scientist and cryptographer who is known for his work on digital contracts and smart contracts.
  4. David Chaum: A computer scientist who is known for his work on digital cash and cryptography.
  5. Hal Finney: A computer scientist and early Bitcoin contributor who was the first person to receive a Bitcoin transaction from Satoshi Nakamoto.
  6. Mihai Alisie: A Romanian entrepreneur who co-founded Bitcoin Magazine and Ethereum.
  7. Anthony Di Iorio: A Canadian entrepreneur who co-founded Ethereum and founded Decentral, a blockchain company.
  8. Charles Hoskinson: An American entrepreneur who co-founded Ethereum and founded IOHK, a blockchain company.
  9. Joe Lubin: A Canadian entrepreneur who co-founded Ethereum and founded ConsenSys, a blockchain company.
  10. Gavin Wood: A British computer programmer who co-founded Ethereum and founded Parity Technologies, a blockchain company.

Atlanta's Web3 Community

Atlanta has many Web3 centric resources and a thriving community. From Atlanta Blockchain Center, to Crypto Monday, and Umba Diama, Atlanta is a great place to grow a technology business.

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