Pollen Labs is a social impact technology collective with roots in the Ethereum Foundation. Founded by former Ethereum Foundation team members, we bring together builders, developers, and community advocates committed to creating positive change through blockchain and web3 innovation. Our team unites diverse backgrounds spanning development, design, and community organizing to address pressing challenges in underserved communities worldwide.

Core Value
At Pollen Labs, we recognize the immense power and potential of the internet in shaping our society, defining our future, and uplifting the lives of billions.

We believe that the internet must be an open, empowering, and accessible space for everyone, where privacy and control are intrinsic to its very nature. We are committed to building technologies and innovations that prioritize the needs of individuals and communities over the desires of big corporations.

These 5 foundational principles drive our purpose:

I. A Decentralized Internet for All
We envision an internet that is truly democratic, where control and decision-making power is distributed across a diverse and inclusive ecosystem of users. We work to dismantle the current hegemony of big corporations over the internet, and replace it with a decentralized system where people are the rightful custodians of their own digital lives.

II. Open Source at Our Core
We believe in the power of open source to foster innovation, collaboration, and transparency. Open source is not just a development model; it’s a commitment to creating an ecosystem where ideas can be shared and improved upon, benefiting everyone involved. We work to build an inclusive and accessible world where everyone has the chance to contribute and thrive. Our aim is to demolish barriers to success, making technology a lever for equality.

III. Technology as Public Goods
Pollen Labs is committed to developing and promoting technologies that serve as public goods, prioritizing the wellbeing of society as a whole over the profits of a select few. By creating open-source tools and platforms that are freely accessible, we democratize access to advanced technologies and ensure that their benefits are shared equitably. We are committed to creating sustainable and responsible solutions that benefit the economy, society, and the environment. We are mindful of our impact and strive towards a more sustainable future.

IV. Privacy as a Human Right
Reflecting our deep respect for the individual, we prioritize privacy at every level of our work. We design our products and services to protect users’ information, and their right to control their personal data. By advancing the adoption of cutting-edge cryptographic solutions, we aim to make privacy-by-default the new normal.

V. Collaboration for Impact
True innovation stems from collaboration. We believe in the power of communities and their ability to drive innovation, creativity, and collective action. However, technological advancements must be purposeful and aligned with the broader goal of improving people’s daily lives. We cultivate a culture of cooperation to promote innovations that have tangible and meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities around the world.

Blockchain technology comes with a steep learning curve. While builders believe in the value that blockchain offers, the general public often misses it. Pollen Labs observes this issue from impact-driven teams, their demand, and their struggle to leverage blockchain technology.

Technology with purpose: Building equitable futures through blockchain and open source.

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