The Internet has provided a unique opportunity for anonymity, allowing influential voices to emerge without the need for a public persona, although there are concerns that AI may threaten this anonymity in the future.

To ensure trust in high-stakes situations, like online banking, we need to verify identities convincingly, especially as deep fake technology evolves.

Platforms like Facebook initially thrived on real identities, fostering trust among users, which contributed to their growth.

I realized that before Facebook, the internet had a lot of information but lacked a focus on real identity and connections between people.

Online anonymity allows individuals to spread misinformation without accountability, exacerbating the problem of misinformation.

The psychological impact of living in a world where we can't trust what we see online could destabilize our mental health and societal structures, particularly democratic systems.

The current gaming landscape lacks social cohesion, with players unable to carry their identities and items across different games, leading to isolated experiences.

Facebook's success was partly due to its high trust and real identity, which was established by starting in colleges where users felt safe sharing personal information.

Building trust between millions of strangers relies on institutions, as personal relationships cannot be established on such a large scale.