From Startups to DAOs: The Solopreneur’s Guide to Building the Future of Business

Time Travel Series: 2015, 2025, 2035

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The world of business has always been a reflection of human ingenuity — but the tools, platforms, and possibilities are evolving faster than ever.

For solopreneurs and entrepreneurs, the future of business will be about redefining what it means to build, scale, and thrive in a world dominated by AI, decentralized systems, and neural interfaces.

In this article, we will time-travel through 2015 and 2025 to uncover how business has evolved — and then we will travel to the future, the year 2035, to track and predict the changes- longitudinally.

2015: The Rise of the Startup Economy

• Startup Boom: The startup ecosystem was thriving, with companies like Uber, Airbnb, and Slack disrupting traditional industries.
• Crowdfunding: Platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo allowed entrepreneurs to raise funds directly from consumers.
• The Gig Economy: Freelancing and gig work began to rise, with platforms like Upwork and Fiverr enabling solopreneurs to monetize their skills.
• Tech Dominance: Silicon Valley was the epicenter of innovation, but startups were…