Creating groundbreaking social impact #blockchain solutions w/ partners in technology, government, & civil society. Founded in 2016 by @TomicahTD at @NewAmerica

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Today we released a groundbreaking report on Virtual Currency Donations, which explores how civil society and philanthropists can use virtual currencies to collect donations. Special thanks to our partners @ICNLAlliance Read it here: newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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Curbing corruption and tax evasion would place the world on a firmer path to achieving the UN #SDGs by 2030. Digital public goods are critical tools that can help governments boost accountability and accomplish the G7 #UNGASS2021 statement commitments. bit.ly/3ve6aPv
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Repairing roads, bridges, and existing structures is necessary, but this moment demands that we apply innovation to infrastructure. We need to also invest in world-class digital infrastructure that inspires efficiency, equity, and trust in public institutions.
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We've been working with @NYCOpportunity to build a Digital Data Locker that makes it easier for New Yorkers to establish eligibility for public services. This tool has the potential to help the City expand access to social services. Read more here: bit.ly/3hJ6AdL
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Blockchain technology could be used to help correct democratic backsliding by embedding transparency and accountability into government processes. More in our blog series Building Trust in Democracy: newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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New book alert! Our @NewAmerica colleagues @hanaschank and @taradmcguinness wrote a blueprint for governments and nonprofits on how #publicinteresttech can help solve society’s most serious problems. #PowertothePublic
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We collaborated with @SHINEHarvard @LeviStraussFdn and @Consensys to build and deploy a blockchain platform that empowers workers to safely share their workplace experiences, and equips factories and brands with data to advance sustainable supply chains. newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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Tomorrow, we're debuting our blockchain-based solution for facilitating transparent workplace condition evaluations. It's designed to foster greater trust between garment brands, factory leadership, and workers: newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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Workers around the world lack the mechanisms to safely and confidentially advocate for change. Join our webinar on Wednesday 3/31 to learn how #blockchain can be leveraged to support healthier supply chain workforces and improve worker well-being: bit.ly/3scLkQ4
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On March 31, we will join leaders from @SHINEHarvard and the @LeviStraussFdn to discuss how #blockchain can be leveraged to survey working conditions, while also preserving participant anonymity and data immutability. Register for the webinar here: bit.ly/3scLkQ4
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Join us on Wednesday 3/31 as we gather with leaders from @SHINEHarvard and the @LeviStraussFdn to discuss how businesses can leverage #opensource technology to increase trust, transparency, and accountability across their supply chain. Register here: bit.ly/3scLkQ4
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Over the past 2 years, innovators across sectors have worked to develop a blockchain-based solution to safely assess working conditions in supply-chains. Join us on March 31 to discuss how #opensource technology can be adapted to improve worker well-being: bit.ly/3scLkQ4
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Important: New IMF research links governments' use of digital platforms to increased levels of foreign direct investment. One more reason to support the development of open source tech to power the public sector. @DIGI_NewAmerica @BlockchainTA imf.org/en/Publications/WP/I…
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How can we leverage innovations inside & outside of government to modernize digital access to critical benefits during a crisis & build a better safety net? Check out 9⃣ lessons that point the way to the safety net of the future ➡️ bit.ly/2Oap0Y9 #Data4Good
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Last week DIGI convened top experts in civic technology to discuss how the next administration can harness innovation to deliver smarter benefits solutions to American families. Read more and watch the recording: newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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We're so excited to have @Arodalv of @NewAmericaPIT help us identify some technology and policy solutions to prevent another unemployment insurance meltdown. Don't miss the online event on Thursday! newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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Over 70M Americans couldn't access unemployment insurance when they needed it the most. We're convening experts from @Day1Project @BeeckCenter @CodeForAmerica @BeneDataTrust @4rsllc @NewAmericaPIT on 11/19 to discover how to build better systems. Join us: newamerica.org/digital-impac…
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The U.S. faces "a pressing decision about whether to join other countries and start working on" a digital currency. There are risks but "what could be even worse is waiting and getting left behind," say @jpscasteras @MishaGuttentag. #DCFintechWeek2020 trib.al/Tu54tmq
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On September 18 on the margins of the UN General Assembly, @NewAmerica will convene a landmark event for the emerging field of digital public goods. Join us as we launch a #DigitalDecade to strengthen public institutions. RSVP today: bit.ly/3hq2fIx #UNGA #SDGs
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