This session explores the intersection of blockchain technology and the entertainment industry, focusing on empowerment for Black creatives and marginalized communities. Candy discusses how blockchain can help artists own and monetize their creativity directly, bypassing traditional gatekeepers who often exploit their work. She emphasizes the importance of controlling the narrative and financial benefits, highlighting blockchain’s potential to revolutionize peer-to-peer transactions and enable creators to thrive without losing creative control. The conversation also touches on challenges in securing funding without compromising artistic independence and the transformative impact of conferences that foster like-minded, passionate individuals. Overall, the session conveys optimism about blockchain as a tool for liberation and economic empowerment within the entertainment sector, especially for people of color and underprivileged communities.
