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I avoided web3/crypto/bitcoin altogether when they came out. I'm happy I did and I don't see myself diving into this world anytime soon. I've also never used VR/AR, never owned a headset, never even tried one. Again, I don't see this changing any time soon.

Some technology is just capital trying to find growth in new markets and doesn't represent a fundamental value add.

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Crypto is a tech that solves problems that most people don't care about.

VR/AR is tech that is nowhere near ready so its premature to make judgements there. I am bullish on XR.

In terms of value-add, many times technology needs to be invented first before we decide whether its worthwhile. Nobody asked for computers in every home, smartphones in every pocket etc.

I don't totally disagree with you, but I think it's important to note that just because a technology isn't value-adding to you doesn't mean it isn't fundamentally value-adding in general. VR has been game-changing in immersive simulation for me, for example.

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