The internet has revolutionized how we share information, enabling unprecedented collaboration and accelerating human progress in ways once unimaginable. However, this powerful tool is now at a crossroads. In this talk, Aaron will explore the critical role that open systems and the open web play in shaping our future. He will delve into the potential consequences of a closed digital ecosystem and argue why preserving the openness of the web is essential not only for innovation but for the very fabric of our global society. Discover why the future of the open web matters more than ever—and what’s at stake if we lose it.