Martin DittusThe Bitter End: radical DIY urbanism in far east LondonI just visited the Bitter End in Romford. It’s a strikingly resourceful expression of east London squatter culture: the residents have a…4 min read·Feb 14, 2017----
Martin Dittus21st century zero sumsFrom now on, mainstream politics is played as a zero sum game. The cooperative spirit of 20th century progressivism will sound outdated…1 min read·Feb 7, 2017----
Martin DittusTectonic shiftsA busy time, both personal and political. As I weave the concluding narrative of years of research; as new governments form, I look…2 min read·Jan 30, 2017----
Martin DittusinSocialDynamicsConference report: Connected Life 2016Over the course of two days, participants from the humanities, social sciences, and physical sciences came together to discuss the…9 min read·Jul 12, 2016----
Martin DittusEthereum: socio-technical complexity all the way downIt emerges that a key feature of the Bitcoin ecosystem is its hidden complexity. It takes many words just to give context to the bug of the…2 min read·Jun 18, 2016--1--1
Martin DittusBasic support & advice for squatters in the UKI had a conversation with a person who had been evicted from her squatted accommodation earlier that day. Her possessions were stacked in…2 min read·Jun 9, 2016----
Martin DittusAt the turn of the 21st century, a dawning collectivism?After the 20th century where we found democracy, capitalism; Central European visions between social democracy and neoliberalism, first a…1 min read·Apr 29, 2016----
Martin DittusLimits to collectivismWhy it’s hard to establish groups that are equitable rather than individualist.1 min read·Apr 26, 2016--1--1
Martin DittusMost blockchain discussions fall shortBitcoin discussions tend to be distracted by the shiny. A surprising number of commentators are unaware of the real limitations and…2 min read·Apr 19, 2016--1--1
Martin DittusBuilding blocks for a 21st century: affective powerAggregation theory: importance of an excellent customer experience.1 min read·Mar 25, 2016----
