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The NFT craze is over, but there are still scams around, but hey - here we go: I’ve minted a NFT for a little crypto, and it’s for a good cause! 🚀 It’s for Mercy Corps Ventures' 4th Crypto For Good web3 grant programme. Mercy Corps launched the 4th round of the C4G fund in November 2024. After three rounds with over 500 applicants, 15+ pilots and 40,000+ users, their mission is to fund real-world web3 use cases that help people in the Global South access financial services and build resilience to climate change. 🌍

👉 Mercy Cops Ventures

Proud to be part of a team that’s applying to this program, using crypto to advance a cause for good. And of course I’m not getting rich off this NFT 😂 - it’s a personal token to celebrate our meaningful efforts 💡🤝.

The #InternationalCooperation sector (also known as development cooperation) is ripe for change. But there is often scepticism because stakeholders do not see clear and tangible alternatives to the current system. But here’s the thing: the future only becomes visible when we start creating it.

Fortunately, innovative solutions already exist - solutions that show us how to do things differently. The problem? Unfortunately, they are largely overlooked by the aid mainstream. 🚀 #FutureOfCooperation

One standout example is Giveth, a platform for donation-funded projects built on Web3 technology. While this technology is still often met with scepticism, its potential is undeniable. Here’s what makes it stand out:

• No processing fees: Every cent of your donation goes directly to the project. No cuts, no hidden costs. 💯
• Streamlined efficiency: Automation handles the heavy lifting, reducing manual processes and increasing transparency. ⚙️
• Empowered communities: Features are designed to involve communities in meaningful ways, fostering ownership and collaboration. 🤝
• Quadratic funding in action: An innovative model that boosts projects supported by the wider community, already live and operational. 💡
• And much more!

Platforms like #Giveth demonstrate how transformative change is possible—not just in theory but in practice. These approaches aren’t just ideas; they’re live, working examples of what the future of development cooperation could look like. 🌟

🎯 tl;dr: Tired of business as usual in development? Check out Giveth. It’s a platform for international cooperation that shows what’s possible with innovative use of technology.

tl;dr: DePINs are transforming infrastructure by decentralizing ownership and control, offering efficient and equitable solutions. Notable projects like Filecoin, Helium, and IoTeX are leading the way. Dive in to learn more about this exciting shift!

🚀 Exciting times in the world of decentralized infrastructure! Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (#DePINs) are revolutionizing how we build and manage essential services. By leveraging blockchain and cryptoeconomic incentives, DePINs empower individuals and organizations to collaboratively develop and operate physical infrastructure—think wireless networks, energy grids, and transportation systems.

CoinTelegraph article

Unlike traditional setups dominated by large corporations, DePINs distribute ownership and control, promoting efficiency and equity. Participants earn financial rewards and ownership stakes through tokenized incentives, much like the sharing economy models of Uber and Airbnb, but with a decentralized twist.

Here are some notable players in the DePIN space:

• #Filecoin Filecoin A decentralized storage network that allows users to rent out unused hard drive space, creating a vast and efficient storage ecosystem. The veteran of the space 😃
• #Helium Helium Powers a variety of wireless applications, from long-range sensor technology to cellular connectivity, by incentivizing users to deploy and maintain network hotspots.
• #IoTeX iotex Provides modular infrastructure for DePIN projects, enabling seamless deployment or integration into existing frameworks. IoTeX is also actively advocating for clear regulations to support the growth of this rapidly expanding sector. 

In the attached article, Aaron Basi of IoTeX notes that working with policymakers is critical to building thriving decentralised physical infrastructure networks and a robust crypto ecosystem.

There is a future where infrastructure can be decentralized - efficiently and equitably. Great opportunities! 💪🌐

🇪🇺🔐 The EU Digital Identity Wallet is set to launch in 2026 🚀, promising a unified and secure way for citizens to access government services, prove their identity, and store their credentials-all through a single app. But with great innovation comes great responsibility.

Key takeaways from this talk on the topic by Anja Lehmann www.linkedin.com/in/anja-l… and Thomas Lohninger www.linkedin.com/in/thomas…

• Privacy by Design: Safeguards like selective disclosure and unlinkability aim to protect users from profiling and data breaches.
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs): State-of-the-art cryptography ensures that data can be verified without revealing sensitive information.
• Challenges Ahead: From quantum security risks to hardware limitations, implementing privacy-enhancing technologies requires bold action and investment.
• Open Source Advocacy: Ensuring transparency and user control through open source wallets is critical to building trust.
• User empowerment, not surveillance: The system must protect citizens' privacy and avoid becoming a tool for tracking and profiling.

The Big Question: Is this technology going to be a lighthouse of privacy and freedom, or a gateway to mass surveillance? The answer depends on how safeguards are implemented and how policymakers are held accountable.

👉 Check out the talk: media.ccc.de/v/38c3-eu… 💬

In today’s fast-moving landscape, where technologies and customer demands evolve at lightning speed ⚡, traditional businesses face a critical challenge: keeping up. 📉 Their structures - designed for stability and efficiency - often make it difficult to pivot quickly enough.

A solution? Corporate Venturing. 🌟

By partnering with startups, launching internal ventures, or establishing accelerators and incubators, companies unlock a powerful edge: ✅ Access to cutting-edge technologies that reshape industries ✅ New business models to tap into emerging markets ✅ Speed and agility to respond to change faster than competitors ✅ A boost to entrepreneurial culture within the organization

Corporate venturing allows companies to combine their resources, expertise, and networks with the bold innovation of startups—a winning formula for long-term growth and resilience. 🌱

Of course, every opportunity comes with things to manage: 👉 Aligning corporate processes with startup agility 👉 Balancing risk with strategic goals 👉 Integrating new ideas into the core business

💡So will the future belong to those who combine the stability of established companies with the creativity and speed of startups?

Have you seen this approach drive success? Let’s hear your insights! 💬✨

🌐 Decentralised Autonomous Organisations (DAOs) have great potential, especially in international or cross-jurisdictional settings. They challenge traditional beliefs:

🤝 DAOs are social concepts that need careful tuning to be seen as reliable and trustworthy. This is essential for people to commit their work, resources and reputation to these organisations.

🛠️ Even if DAOs don’t make the headlines anymore, the work continues. Check out the implementation of practical voting methods like this one at #Colony: Colony Blog - Multi-Sig Permissions

#DAOs #Decentralization #Blockchain #Innovation #FutureOfWork

tl;dr: DAOs have great potential but need careful tuning to gain trust. Work continues with developments like new voting methods.