The billion-dollar cryptocurrency space is no stranger to hype, as it is considered a factor that increases crypto prices. While this may be, hype generated from major centralized crypto exchanges may actually be creating more harm than good for users involved with certain community-based projects.
For example, Web3 Foundation’s flagship project Polkadot aims to enable a decentralized web where users, rather than internet monopolies, are in control of applications, services and institutions. The project was started in 2017 by some leading names in the blockchain industry, including Ethereum co-founder Gavin Wood.