Something profound is changing our concept of trust, says Rachel Botsman. While we used to place our trust in institutions like governments and banks, today we increasingly rely on others, often strangers, on platforms like Airbnb and Uber and through technologies like the blockchain. This new era of trust could bring with it a more transparent, inclusive and accountable society -- if we get it right. Who do you trust?

Rachel Botsman: We've stopped trusting institutions and started trusting strangers

We've stopped trusting institutions and started trusting strangers

Trust in institutions is eroding, giving way to a new era where technology fosters trust between strangers across platforms.

The blockchain represents a seismic shift in trust, removing intermediaries and enabling transparent, direct transactions.

Uber and Didi exemplify the power of distributed trust, transforming societal norms and expectations around sharing and collaboration.