I was a couple months off, but I wanted to let you know that bitcoin hit a new all time high.

That’s awesome. I’ve heard of some cities doing that, nice to see an example.

I had a shower thought the other day; what would the world be like if advertising didn’t exist?

No billboards or giant signs everywhere blocking our views. Content would be better because it wouldn’t be interrupted by commercials. But think of how much money is spent on advertising? Companies would have to invest that into other areas to be successful instead, such as cheaper and/or better quality products, or higher wages for their workers. Companies would have to work really hard to get a good reputation so their products could spread through word of mouth instead of using advertising to invade everyone’s space.

I’m sure there’s some downsides, but it sounds kind of amazing.

Wait really? What’s the catch?

Aren’t most bees female though?

Girl scout cookies

Or the cumbox. Or that kid who broke his arms. Or that dog, Colby I think? No wonder AI always wants to exterminate humanity in sci-fi.

Interesting, maybe I’ll read the book. I’m trying to read more

I don’t know anything about Dune, does it have Magic (the Force)?

Great reasons the government shouldn’t be in charge of healthcare! Your options could change based on whatever party is in power

How is that functionally different from finding or creating a different subreddit? On reddit if you got banned from a subreddit, you could just join a different subreddit about the same topic.

but without the politics and without being overly-policed

Lemmy doesn’t really do anything to address either of these.

I almost never remember my dreams, probably only a few times a year. If I do, about half the time they’re nightmares.

I’m an optimist, but I think so. The overall trend in humanity’s history is things are getting better. There are less wars, crime, hunger, disease, etc. There have been missteps and steps backwards of course, but overall humanity has been able to overcome major obstacles and I think that will continue.

It may be hard to see right now because there are so many crises we are facing, but it’s always been that way, people are just more informed now.

I personally don’t, because it’s anonymous.

Weird seeing Stockton Rush on there when most of the other inventors are pre-20th century.

Three letter agencies are not elected and tyrannical by default.

Then why would they sponsor a terrorist attack against the US?

If that’s true why haven’t we invaded Saudi Arabia? Or put sanctions on them or something.

I agree. Businesses and owners have too much influence. I want more unions, trust-busting, and consumer protections. Workers seem to be organizing more at least, which is a good start.