BITCOIN SEASON 2: How Nepal Used Discord to Elect its Next PM
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Mesh Networks and Political Movements
This chapter examines the role of mesh networks and decentralized communication tools like BitChat and Discord in areas with unreliable internet, particularly focusing on their impact during protests in Nepal. The speakers discuss the intersection of technology and politics, detailing how digital platforms facilitated grassroots organization and engagement in governance, echoing historical movements like the Arab Spring. Additionally, the conversation critiques the complexities of online identities and the potential challenges faced by decentralized decision-making in tense political climates.
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