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3/ transparency International and other NGOs are investigating large-scale fraud, particularly with the 800,000+ Georgian diaspora—significant, given only 3.8 million people live within Georgia. GD may have exploited residency data to vote on behalf of those unable to participate in person. this all reminds me why I live in Lisbon now and not in Minsk or Kyiv. And it’s why I wish my Georgian friends the resilience you show time and again many thank to Oniani Tamara for the review and additional facts for this post
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2/ transparent ballots paired with GD’s surveillance of voting boxes and booths created intense pressure, and vote secrecy was widely violated. nearly everyone who voted experienced this firsthand—a climate where privacy was simply disregarded. concerns also surround electronically-cast votes, which may lead to re-elections in certain precincts. With little confidence in Georgia’s courts, NGOs are already considering international appeals to uphold election integrity. HarrisX exit poll in Georgia raised major red flags: over 8% of votes don’t add up. in Marneuli, GD’s support polled at 40%, yet official results show it nearly doubled to 80%. that gap points to serious issues with vote counts
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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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3/ My role was to tie all of this into the broader Network State vision, and show how this is not some far-off fantasy but a living, breathing example of how technologies can empower communities in crisis. And we weren’t alone! 🙌 We were joined by visionaries like: - @niklasanzinger from Vitalia - @marklutter from Braavos Cities - Patri Friedman from Pronomos Capital - Florian Fournier from ThreeFold Foundation Mid-event, things went a bit sideways, but we managed to turn things around thanks to an absolutely heartwarming World-Building Workshop offered by Sofiya Vetryakova and Double.U Creative Agency. It truly brought everyone together and was the perfect way to close the day.
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2/ - Mike Ananyin Fonseca’s presentation on blockchain-based elections to Coordination Council recognized by the US Congress and EU Parliament - Nika Wegosky inspired us with a talk about a decentralized online public court system, showing how we can seek justice even when our institutions fail us - Human Constanta / MYFROMBY.INFO provided crucial insight into how they’re helping emigrants with social adaptation, keeping our most vulnerable supported - We also dived into the complicated world of Portuguese Aliens Passport issues. For those whose passports have expired, this is often a significant challenge
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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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always insightful to hear Vitalik’s take on politics!
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It's hard to stay loyal to a state that only seems to protect your grandma's interests. The gap between the ruling class and the younger generation is widening fast
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Unfortunately, this perspective is inevitable, and most people will view it this way. That’s why I believe the right approach is building tools for failed states—democratizing public services, and creating network states for diasporas fighting oppressive regimes. This approach is more relatable to people and addresses urgent issues today. Plus, it's much harder to write a takedown article on that 🫡
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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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Marques De Pombal / Saldanha
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no worries, we recorded it, and I've already uploaded it to youtube https://youtu.be/OjFmQSK49JA
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Great! David's my partner at Future State and one of the main guys organizing the Congress. I'm all ears for your ideas. I hear you're in Lisbon. Fancy a coffee? 😊
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