[27] Manyverse: Decentralized Social Network

Manyverse is an open-source, decentralized social network. Rather than a company controlling data and communication, the user has complete ownership and responsibility. Their goal is to make social networking independent of internet connectivity, allowing for “off the grid” communication when disconnected from the internet. In this episode I speak with founder Andre Staltz about transforming social networks into a method of communication and community, not a business. He shares why the interweb is dying, what it means to decolonize and demonetize social networking, dissolving hierarchy in social media platforms, how they receive financial support, and a new vision for the world wide web.Manyverse WebsiteOpen Collective Foundation pageLearn About Local-first Software Next Generation Internet - European Union GrantWant to support Cooperative Journal?Share your gifts with us on Open Collective Foundation