this is the same logic about space exploration vs world exploration: ...history has shown exponetial-ish grow, so surely, there's always a "next step".

It's just not a rational position. The great intermediary may just stop. You just might be shut out. We could go from a million influencers (myspace) to a couple (facebook). You're not going to out compete the other 10 people vying for attention.

The point is: this is equivelent to just saying "shut up, grab the lube, and pretend you enjoy the technological revolution [rape]".

I know that'll anger people, but finding the right way in which society deals with technology is more than just "grab some new bootstraps" or it's your fault if you become a panic.

But aside from the social commentary, the logical commentary is: there isn't always going to be a space for your interests just because there's a long chain. The same way your mother can give birth to you and you can decide not to continue.

We don't have any evidence that we'll make it to mar and beyond for any reasonable approach.