#600: Immutable History Is Now Possible with Carlos Toriello

Mar 24, 2025

Carlos "Carliño" Toriello, a member of the Simple Proof team and election auditor in Guatemala, joins to discuss innovative uses of Bitcoin for ensuring election integrity. He shares insights on implementing the Open Timestamps protocol for tamper-proof data. The conversation delves into the security benefits of blockchain technology, highlighting its potential to change governance and preserve historical records. Carliño emphasizes personal responsibility in safeguarding information and the transformative power of Bitcoin in creating immutable proof.

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ANECDOTE

Guatemala Election Audit

Carlos Toriello led a volunteer election audit in Guatemala using Bitcoin.
After this successful audit, he joined Simple Proof.

INSIGHT

Simple Proof's Mission

Simple Proof aims to make OpenTimestamps more accessible and user-friendly.
OpenTimestamps leverages Bitcoin's blockchain to timestamp digital information.

ANECDOTE

First US Implementation

Simple Proof was used in the US election system in November 2024.
It was implemented in Screven County, Georgia.

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