The underlying technology is likely here to remain, regardless of the fluctuations of cryptocurrency. It will result in interesting art or art-like stuff. It is only that our specific society is set up so that no progress can ever be made without the maximum quantity of waste and harm being inflicted.

Technological progress has substituted real gambling - online gambling. Online gambling is much more convenient than gambling itself. The days of traveling far to visit a real casino to play are gone. You can now remain in your home's convenience, go online, and play. And more individuals can play than ever before with simple access to the quick internet.