The world speaks of freedom, but in reality, the lives we lead are increasingly bound by systems. We have seen this in cryptocurrency, AI, social media, and all manner of narratives about global democracy—ultimately, freedom becomes a curated illusion. Because, in truth, the freedom offered in this era is not meant to liberate but to give the illusion of control.

Take the world of cryptocurrency as an example: who is the most free—developers, miners, investors, or users? Answer honestly based on the debates of late 2017 and the realities that have unfolded in the cryptocurrency world up to now.

Modern humans are actually afraid of what is called freedom. Because freedom means responsibility, and modern humans prefer to be guided so they can escape responsibility. Look at issues like food, beliefs, and politics—all are now handed over to algorithms, trends, and influencers. This creates a desire for freedom by choosing who will be the "new rulers."

Thus, it can be concluded that we have entered a world that desires to be controlled rather than to control, because we dare not live without control, let alone control others. The world today is no longer moving toward freedom, but rather toward a more subtle, smarter, and more acceptable form of control. Because we are not colonised by power, but by the comfort and safety that have been designed for us.