3 chapters across the catalog
A trend is noted where users, particularly younger generations, are replacing direct hyperlinks with screenshots of articles and social media posts. This shift is described as a degradation of the internet's original architecture, making it more difficult to verify sources and navigate information. The practice is criticized for being inefficient and detrimental to the web's utility.
Advertising as Censorship, Link Currency, Blockchain Future
The fundamental argument is made that "advertising equals censorship," as platforms must cater to the sensibilities of their sponsors. The history of the hyperlink is discussed, recalling how early publishers like The New York Times were afraid to "link out" for fear of losing traffic. The future of the internet is predicted to move toward blockchain-based platforms where content cannot be centrally controlled or deleted.
New York Times Digital Strategy and Historical Newsroom Technology
The hosts critique the New York Times for its reluctance to include outbound hyperlinks in digital articles, such as links to the actual text of the health care bill. They reminisce about the mid-1990s when major newspapers struggled to adapt to the internet and used proprietary terminal systems. The discussion posits that the "gateway" model of journalism is obsolete in an era of direct data access.
