The activist’s new book “Governable Spaces” explores ways blockchains can help people experiment with self-governance online.
Bitcoin ‘fixes democracy’ and fights corruption: Human Rights Foundation
Human Rights Foundation CSO argues that Bitcoin represents free speech, property rights and open capital markets — stifling the power of tyrannical governments.
Ruby on Rails creator backpedals about Bitcoin: ‘We need crypto’
Ruby on Rails creator makes u-turn on Bitcoin due to Canada’s financial crackdown on COVID-19 vaccine protesters.
Crypto community condemns Canada for freezing dissidents’ Bitcoin wallets
Kraken’s CEO admitted that the firm could be forced to freeze some wallets by the police, advising to move crypto out of exchanges.
Indian PM calls for cryptocurrencies to ’empower’ democracy at global summit
Narendra Modi also called for a global standard on cryptocurrencies and major social media platforms in an effort to facilitate free and fair elections and governance.
Democratic senators oppose President Biden’s OCC Omarova nomination
Saule Omarova’s nomination for Comptroller of the Currency faces policy objections from Democrats and senate banking committee members.
Texas Democratic Party aims to use NFT sales for fundraising efforts
“We can’t wait to continue turning powerful, exclusive, behind-the-scenes moments into digital assets that help fuel progressive objectives,” said Front Row co-founder Parker Butterworth.
Activists archive Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper on blockchain
Following a national security probe, pro-democracy Hong Kong newspaper Apple Daily printed its final edition and shut down its website.
Decentralized technology can help protect democracy around the globe
Privacy-focused decentralized and peer-to-peer technology solutions offer a better alternative to centralized platforms.
Bull Run Democracy, Revisited
In 2017, high-flying bitcoiners attempted to foment democracy in Venezuela by airdropping crypto and paper wallets. What did we learn from these experiments?
Bull Run Democracy, Revisited
In 2017, high-flying bitcoiners attempted to foment democracy in Venezuela by airdropping crypto and paper wallets. What did we learn from these experiments?
‘Snake Oil and Overpriced Junk’: Why Blockchain Doesn’t Fix Online Voting
More people are more wiling to try online voting these days. But experts say it isn’t safe, and – despite what you might have heard – blockchain doesn’t help much. Not yet, at least.
How Bitcoin Is Used to Promote Human Rights: Stories From Activists and Refugees
CoinDesk reporter Leigh Cuen is joined by the Human Rights Foundation’s Alex Gladstein and Syrian entrepreneur Moe Ghashim to discuss how cultural context shapes the way people view bitcoin, including stories from the Middle East.
Humans on the Blockchain: Why Crypto Is the Best Defense Against AI Overlords
The strategic use of blockchains will be essential in enabling humans to become meaningful long-term stakeholders in the future of governance, argues entrepreneur Santiago Siri.
Sierra Leone Secretly Holds First Blockchain-Powered Presidential Vote
Sierra Leone has used blockchain voting in a presidential election for what appears to be the first time, marking a milestone in election technology.