TOKEN2049 - Opening up the Internet to All - Tegan Kline (Orchid)
Explore the pivotal talk by Tegan Kline of Orchid, "Opening up the Internet to All," held at TOKEN2049, where she passionately argues for internet access as a fundamental human right. Reflecting on the internet's inception as an open platform envisioned by Tim Berners-Lee, Tegan discusses how centralized control by corporations and governments has turned it into a fragmented landscape dominated by monopolistic practices and censorship.
She emphasizes the dangerous trend of data monetization and the panopticon effect, where surveillance leads to self-censorship and stifles creativity. Tegan advocates for reclaiming the internet as a global resource, akin to water, and highlights the 2016 UN declaration supporting access to information as a basic right.
Tegan introduces Orchid's mission to democratize internet access through its blockchain-based platform. Built on Ethereum, Orchid leverages advanced features like probabilistic micropayments and medallions to enhance privacy and scalability. The Orchid network fosters a marketplace for bandwidth, allowing users to earn tokens and preserve privacy through multi-hop functionality.
Join the conversation on restoring internet freedom. Engage with Orchid by visiting their website to stay informed, participate in beta testing, or collaborate on bandwidth provision. To further discuss initiatives to overcome internet censorship, reach out to Tegan at tegan@orchid.com.
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