Alright, now let’s discuss SharpLink Gaming spending $73 million on Ethereum. At face value, that’s nothing special—a typical multinational corporation testing the waters with crypto. But is it really? Or is a more radical, more revolutionary current just below the surface? I believe that we are seeing the beginning of something that is truly life changing.

Web3's Power: Democratize Wealth Creation?

SharpLink's move, acquiring 205,634 ETH and becoming the largest publicly known holder, isn't just about chasing profits. Even the old guard are starting to realize the disruptive potential of Web3. Second, they don’t like its revolutionary promise to redistribute power and wealth. What we’re experiencing today is truly historic. That model, which allowed a few individuals to control what was made and how they showed it, is being replaced by a new paradigm that cuts everybody in on the action.

Think about it: Ethereum, at its core, is about decentralization. It's about building a world where individuals can own their data, control their digital identities, and participate in a global economy without gatekeepers. SharpLink's investment is a vote of confidence in that vision, a validation that Web3 isn't just a pipe dream for cypherpunks but a viable alternative to the status quo.

Remember Occupy Wall Street? The anger, the frustration with the 1%? That’s where Web3, with Ethereum at its center, shines as a legitimate solution. It’s not enough to protest … We have to start creating this new system ourselves at the same time.

Beyond Bitcoin: A Corporate Treasury Revolution?

Saylor said that for years, Bitcoin was the default corporate crypto for big businesses wanting to diversify their treasury. SharpLink’s gamble on Ethereum is an indication that the tides are turning. They're not just hedging against inflation; they're investing in the future of the internet.

Ethereum’s smart contract capabilities change the game in so many ways. Picture businesses employing decentralized applications (dApps) to make their supply chains more efficient, automate payment processing, or develop brand new business models. This isn't just about holding a digital asset; it's about integrating blockchain technology into the core of their operations.

This move is on the order of Apple investing in the internet in the 90s. Everyone said they were nuts at the time, but just see how that turned out. SharpLink’s equally potentially insane move might just be that watershed moment for corporate adoption of Web3. It’s not only the price of ETH shooting up, it’s what that underlying technology is doing to change how businesses will run.

Ethereum's Future: A Call To Action

Now, there are certainly valid criticisms to be made around Ethereum’s environmental footprint and scalability. While the transition to Proof-of-Stake solved many of the consumption concerns, there is still a lot of improvement to be made. Although transaction fees are much lower than before, the cost can still serve as an entry barrier for potential users.

The Ethereum community is always iterating and working to solve these shortcomings. Layer-2 scaling solutions, such as Optimism and Arbitrum, increase transaction speed and reduce expenses. At the same time, developers are hard at work looking for new ways to boost the network’s efficiency.

What can you do? Don't just sit on the sidelines. Understand Web3, engage with decentralized applications, and invest in projects that are developing a more equitable digital ecosystem. This is more than just a bottom line issue—it’s about building an equitable future where all of us have the opportunity to thrive.

SharpLink's $73 million bet is a bold move, but it's a call to action. Keep in mind, the future of the internet is being built this very moment. You—all of you—are the key to making sure it is! After all, let’s ensure that future is decentralized, equitable and truly empowering to all of us.