Disintermediation—the removal of traditional intermediaries—empowers consumers and creators to connect directly, reshaping industries from media to finance. Platforms like YouTube and X.com enable direct content exchange, Bitcoin enables global financial transfers without banks, and AI/ML reduce reliance on expensive resources. This article explores how these shifts disrupt existing structures, inviting responses from traditional players and regulators. Only through this evolving interplay will we see the full impact of this new digital economy.
