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According to the speaker, such network-centric systems could revolutionize the political landscape. Once hierarchies give way to decentralized, peer-to-peer networks, traditional labels such as "capitalism" lose relevance. Instead, the focus shifts to fluid, adaptable structures powered by open markets and collective participation.
Addressing Power Imbalances and Future Disruptions
An audience member voiced concerns about whether these systems, which facilitate large capital accumulation, might lead back to power imbalances. The response was nuanced: in decentralized networks, hierarchy might be replaced by market-driven power structures.