Democracy Earth
Democracy Earth, formerly known as DemocracyOS, is a Madrid-based organization that builds censorship-resistant, open-source software to support sustainable democracies in the Information Age.
Mission and Vision
Democracy Earth aims to build a sustainable democracy for the Information Age through the creation of censorship-resistant, free, and open-source software. The platform's mission is to enable democracies to be deployed anywhere with internet connectivity, making governance infrastructure accessible on a global scale. The organization is focused on fostering a borderless democracy, allowing participation from individuals regardless of location.
Key Projects and Products
One of Democracy Earth’s key projects is the development of Proof of Humanity, a decentralized human identity system built for Ethereum blockchains. This project facilitates the streaming of a Universal Basic Income (UBI) token to verified profiles. Additionally, Democracy Earth supports humanitarian vaults that accept ETH or DAI contributions to sustain the UBI and Proof of Humanity initiatives. The organization is also known for implementing governance infrastructure for crypto networks and was the first to introduce Quadratic Voting in the USA for the Colorado Legislative House.
Recognition and Support
Democracy Earth has received backing from prominent organizations such as the Templeton Foundation, Y Combinator, and Fast Forward. The platform’s innovative work has been recognized by major publications and institutions, receiving awards from MIT Technology Review and Singularity University. It has also presented its vision and technologies at TED Global. Democracy Earth’s research has been conducted in collaboration with notable entities including Alphabet, the World Economic Forum, and the University of Berkeley.
Research and Publications
Democracy Earth has contributed to the academic and practical discourse on democracy and technology through its publications. The organization has released white papers like 'The Social Smart Contract' (2017) and 'Who Watches the Watchmen' (2020), which outline their vision for the future of democracy. These documents detail their approach to creating a transparent, accountable, and open democratic infrastructure that leverages modern technology.
Locations and Team
Democracy Earth operates primarily from Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain but maintains a fully remote presence, making it accessible from anywhere. The team consists of a compact and agile group of two members, allowing for focused and efficient progress on their projects. Their remote and international approach aligns with their mission to enable governance that transcends geographical boundaries.