Dear readers, Just a couple of days ago, the visionary Tim Berners-Lee shared his profound insights on the web's evolution over the past 35 years—a journey he initiated and one that has indelibly shaped the contours of our modern world. As we dive into his reflections, I invite you to join me in honoring his pioneering spirit and exploring the path he envisions for a brighter digital future. From Humble Beginnings to a Global Phenomenon Imagine stepping back three and a half decades to the moment the web was born from Berners-Lee's ingenuity. It was a time of uncharted waters, with no map to guide its voyage into the vast digital unknown. Berners-Lee dreamed of a web that would unlock doors to collaboration, spark creativity, and cultivate compassion—the 3 C's at the heart of this revolutionary tool. The web's infancy was a golden era, embodying these ideals through its decentralized nature, fostering small communities, and empowering individuals. Yet, as it matured, th...