We're launching a new community focused on advancing the core principles and technologies behind the open web, DeFi, and the P2P movement. Our mission is to create a space where builders and advocates can come together to collaborate on solutions, discuss important challenges, and work toward a future defined by decentralization and individual sovereignty.

Why We're Different

In today's crypto landscape, it's easy to get lost in the noise of endless hype, shilling, and short-term thinking. We believe it's time to get back to the roots of what made this movement powerful in the first place: a commitment to using technology to expand human freedom and challenge entrenched power structures.

This community will be a place to focus on the real challenges and opportunities in web3 and P2P technology - not just chasing the latest trends or pumping bags. We value substance over hype, and we're not afraid to have hard conversations about the issues holding back the true potential of decentralized technologies.

What We're About

This community recognizes the vital role that foundational technologies like Bitcoin, BitTorrent, and PGP/GPG have played in shaping the movement for a free and open internet. We aim to build on that legacy by advocating the development and adoption of P2P tech alongside the growth of web3 and crypto innovation.

Our core principles include:

Defending civil liberties, privacy, and individual sovereignty
Promoting genuine decentralization and minimizing central points of control
Encouraging open-source collaboration and permissionless innovation across P2P, crypto, DeFi, and web3
Facilitating substantive discussions and welcoming diverse perspectives
Focusing on long-term solutions and real-world impact

How to Get Involved

We're committed to building a strong foundation, so we're keeping the community curated in the early stages. If you're passionate about any of: P2P technology, crypto, DeFi, or building a better open web, we want to hear from you.

Next steps:

Request an early invite and let us know how you want to contribute
Share your thoughts on our community principles and suggest additional focus areas
Propose governance models and moderation approaches to keep discussions productive
Introduce yourself and your interests in the welcome channel
Dive into the topic-specific channels to join ongoing conversations or start new ones
Share resources, projects, and ideas related to P2P, crypto, DeFi, or web innovation

Whether you're working on a P2P project, building decentralized applications (money or web focused), or advocating for policies that support innovation, your participation matters. Join us in strengthening the community and building toward our shared vision.