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1/ while the western world partied on Halloween, I was truly scared by something closer to homeland. the so-called "elections" in Georgia have turned into a chilling reminder. Georgian Dream (GD), a pro-Russian party, claims a 16% lead, yet every credible poll ahead of the vote showed a 10% advantage for the opposition. something here defies logic it all started making sense after yesterday’s session with John Smith Trust where observers reported proxy NGOs, state-aligned precinct monitors, and even criminal elements intimidating voters, particularly in minority regions reports reveal clear ballot manipulation, with evidence of ruling party proxies influencing voting sites. this, along with vote-buying and administrative abuse, appears to have powered GD’s “victory”
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1/ The word we heard most often at the end of yesterday’s Belarusian Diaspora Day in Lisbon was “Freedom.” This summed up the event perfectly, as we explored how technology and the Network State can help secure this basic human right. can’t thank James • Â and Tomas Ruta enough for making this event possible! We tackled the real-world challenges facing the Belarusian diaspora—legal, social, and economic—and discussed how decentralized systems offer tools to reclaim our freedom, rebuild our community, and shape a better future. Here’s a quick highlight reel:
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I'm thrilled to invite you to an event that is wildly personal to me. We're gathering to talk about how we, as Belarusians spread across the world, are building a new kind of community - a digital Belarus. It's been tough since 2020, with so many of us forced to leave home. But we're not giving up. We're getting creative! We've set up blockchain-based elections, digital IDs, and even a platform where 68,000+ of us connect for everything from medical help to job hunting. This isn't just tech talk - it's about keeping our culture alive and our community strong, no matter where we are. We'll have some amazing speakers, including fellow Belarusians making waves in tech and politics. If you're curious about how a country can exist beyond borders, or just want to support our journey, please join us. Let's reimagine what it means to be Belarusian in the digital age! /lisbon /network-states
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In just 2 hours, we'll continue our FSC Guide series with a topic that is very close to my heart: the Belarus Network State. Speakers: Mike Ananyin, David Bovill and me 1/ Belarusian Diaspora: Challenges and Digital Revolution The journey from protests to a global digital ecosystem. 2/ Innovative Digital Democracy in Action Secure elections using Zero-Knowledge Proof and blockchain voting. 3/ Economic Layer and Special Economic Zones Creating prosperity hubs for the Belarusian diaspora worldwide. 4/ Futuristic Vision: The Solar Parliament Reimagining governance through Hard Science Fiction and cultural traditions. 👆Join us to learn more: https://lu.ma/lsktpiza
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If you avoid breaks for too long, you evolve into a caffeinated burnout zombie. 10/10 do not recommend. Had to take a double rest this weekend just to reboot
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Sci-Fi Becomes Reality at Future State Congress! Watch our video to understand the process Join us TOMORROW for next FSC Guide: "Why Cyprus?" We'll use this powerful technique to trace Cyprus's evolution from the birthplace of democracy to a pioneer in space governance https://lu.ma/cf7wqmxj
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Ever wondered why we picked Cyprus for the Future State Congress? Well, we've got some answers for you! We're launching a special FSC Guide, and we've invited some amazing guests to join us This Thursday, we'll be chatting with: ➡️ Kyriakos Attouni from Invest Cyprus - CIPA ➡️ George A Danos, a space diplomat leading Cyprus's space exploration We'll be diving into: - Cyprus's big bet on innovation with a €280 million investment - How this little island is reaching for the stars! - And how we're kicking off the Space Governance Committee at our December Congress 👉 Don't miss out! Register now: https://lu.ma/cf7wqmxj
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Yo, future-shapers! We just dropped our first FSC Guide! Curious about Hard Science Fiction, Backcasting, and how we're using them for real projects like a new city near Kyiv? Dive in and get mind-blown: https://youtu.be/OjFmQSK49JA
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Yo, future-shapers! We just dropped our first FSC Guide! Curious about Hard Science Fiction, Backcasting, and how we're using them for real projects like a new city near Kyiv? Dive in and get mind-blown: https://youtu.be/OjFmQSK49JA
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your dream girl isn't on Tinder, she's attending FSC Guide sessions and rewriting constitutions 😉
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Join us this Thursday for our first FSC Guide event: Hard Science Fiction! We'll explore how Hard Sci-Fi and Backcasting can help us reimagine the future. This video is just a taste – join us for much more! ➡️ This Thursday ➡️ 5:30 PM London time ➡️ Online event 👉 Register now: https://lu.ma/afonts82
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The Future State Congress is coming in December, but why wait? Join us EVERY WEEK for the FSC Guide series - online events to get your mind in gear for the future! When? Every Thursday at 5:30 PM London time Where? Online, so you can join from anywhere! Our first three journeys: 1/ Sep 12 - Hard Science Fiction: Where imagination meets reality 2/ Sep 19 - Why Cyprus?: More than just beaches (but also beaches) 3/ Sep 26 - Belarus Network State: Nations without borders This is just the beginning! We'll be exploring mind-bending topics every week until the big event in December. Let's reimagine the future together, week by week! Register for the whole series here: 👆https://lu.ma/FUTURE_STATE
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~drumroll~ Future State Congress Dec 2-6, 2024 | Ayia Napa, Cyprus > 5 days >> 200+ innovators >>> Bringing Science Fiction into science facts Key Conversations: ​Day 1: The Hitchhiker's Guide to Future ​Day 2: Re:Govern ​Day 3: Re:Build ​Day 4: Re:Invent ​Day 5: The Plurality Congress Don't panic, check out more info, apply https://congress.futurestate.tv
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Future of democracy might be born in exile proud of new article on FutureStateTV. Belarusian tech enabling fair elections with blockchain & ZK-proof. building a NetworkState for the diaspora as a political refugee, it's personal. read here: https://futurestate.tv/en/articles/networked-communities/building-a-new-belarus-from-exile-digital-democracy-leapfrog
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join us tomorrow at Future State Berlin, co-organized with Rarimo. We will dive into Real-World Challenges through Blockchain. register here – https://lu.ma/FutureState_Berlin
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wow! Future State event last night was incredible! such a diverse crowd: philosophers, founders, musicians, investors, architects, and more women than at any crypto event 😉 next stop – Berlin🐻
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