Sanity in
Online Interactions
through Digital Trust
A Digital Assistant.
Against Toxicity, Hate, Sexism, Identity Theft, Racism, ...
Restoring Political Discourse and Participation.
Supporting Democracy.
The Problem drives
our Motivation
The digital space, with all its potential, is increasingly dominated by toxicity, misinformation, identity theft, bots, bad actors, and political extremism. These trends harm users' mental health and undermine their political and democratic engagement.
Politics and moderation are reaching their limits.
Despite widespread recognition of the problem, the pace of change in the digital space and its impact on the real world pose immense challenges. Implementing and enforcing laws is difficult, and the moderation of social networks is inconsistent, opaque, and often arbitrary. Algorithms frequently amplify content that endangers democratic discourse.
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Digital anonymity: both a blessing and a curse.
Anonymity defines the internet. While not inherently negative, in combination with a lack of accountability, it fosters toxic behavior, as described by the "Online Disinhibition Effect" (Prof. John Suler).​
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Users remain
powerless and overlooked.
Legal measures and stronger media education are urgently needed. Yet on the front lines—in social networks and chatrooms—users often face toxic dynamics alone and defenseless. They are left passive and waiting, while the problems continue to grow.
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Alarming
survey results.
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While those results speak for themselves, it also reveals a tension. An important share feels threatened, but a majority is against banning anonymity. This aspect cannot be overlooked when formulating an acceptable answer to this dilemma.
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The Motivation shapes
our Intentions
#OnlineCitizens
I•AM•REAL envisions creating online citizens - individuals who participate in the digital world with the same rights, responsibilities, and accountability as in real life.
Just as in a functioning democracy, online citizens have:​
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A Voice:
The power to express themselves freely, responsibly, and authentically, contributing to meaningful discourse.
Participation Power:
The tools and confidence to engage in online spaces, influence conversations, and build communities rooted in trust.
A Shared Framework of Accountability:
A commitment to uphold and expect ethical, transparent, and coherent standards of interaction that ensure fairness and mutual respect wherever users engage.
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#LegitimateAccountability
To achieve legitimacy, I•AM•REAL must operate with complete transparency, robust governance, and consistent, coherent procedures and regulations. These principles not only safeguard users' trust but also ensure fairness and ethical practices across all interactions, reinforcing its role as a trusted guide for navigating digital spaces.
​#DigitalTrust
By fostering digital trust, I•AM•REAL not only helps users hold platforms and others accountable but also inspires self-accountability. Being an online citizen means embracing both the rights and duties that underpin open, respectful societies.
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Ultimately, I•AM•REAL isn’t just a tool - it’s a movement to bring the principles of democracy into the digital realm, ensuring that the online world reflects the same balance of freedom, respect, and responsibility that we strive for in real life.
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The Intentions define
our Project Goals
Because our approach is technology-driven, we must translate our visions, missions, and intentions into tangible requirements. This leads us to the four main goals of I•AM•REAL.
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Accountable
Digital
Pseudonymity
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What is Accountable Digital Pseudonymity (ADP)?
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ADP allows users to interact online using chosen pseudonyms supported by a one-time identity verification.
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It safeguards personal privacy while ensuring trust and accountability by securely linking each contribution - whether text, images, or videos - to a verified identity.
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This approach enables communities to foster open expression and mutual trust without requiring users to disclose their real identities from the outset.
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How is trustworthy ADP achieved?
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​ADP is implemented through a combination of secure verification processes, cryptographic techniques, and thoughtful system design to balance privacy and accountability.
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We have opted for technologies that are EU compliant and have demonstrated maturity and data security.​​
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Accountability
through Integrity
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What do we mean by Accountability through Integrity?
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We can only expect accountability of users if the I•AM•REAL application is trusted.
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Since I•AM•REAL leverages AI for qualification and decisions regarding users behavior and the messages they produce and receive, establishing a robust Accountability/Integrity framework is paramount.
How do we achieve Accountability through Integrity?
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This is accomplished through human-controlled comprehensive governance and oversight frameworks, strict adherence to EU compliance standards, and design transparency that allows clear understanding of AI processes.
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Additionally, implementing robust privacy safeguards, anonymous data collection and proactive bias mitigation strategies ensures that AI systems uphold integrity.
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User Participation
and Control
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Why User Participation and Control?
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I•AM•REAL is designed with users in mind, since they are mostly overlooked.
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While some forms of toxicity, extreme behavior, and political discourse have clear boundaries, many aspects remain subjective.
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We aim to empower users not only to defend themselves, prevent confrontations, and take action against such behaviors but also to control and amend the AI's behavior and decision-making processes to better reflect their personal experiences.
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This adds an additional layer of trust.
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How do we achieve User Participation and Control?
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We accomplish this by providing an intuitive interface that allows to customize the AI qualification-processes, amend the decision-processes and escalate complaints.
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Together with their encrypted identity all easily combined in a personal wallet.
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Collectively, user settings and feedback are continuously integrated into the AI system, ensuring it evolves to represent the community’s diverse opinions and values.
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Can we improve the user experience even further?
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​​Our design enables seamless integration with external services, enhancing the user experience and leveraging AI capabilities.
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These integrations can include legal assistance, media training, and journalism-standard media, among others.
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Interoperability
What do we mean by Interoperability?
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Interoperability means that all functionalities of I•AM•REAL must operate seamlessly wherever toxicity and extreme behavior occur - specifically within online interactions on social media platforms, chatrooms, and forums.
Will social media platforms accept I•AM•REAL?
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Integrating I•AM•REAL with existing social media platforms presents a significant challenge, as it requires close collaboration to ensure effective integration and functionality.
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However, we believe that I•AM•REAL's comprehensive and unified regulatory approach, potential cost reductions, and benefits for user experience, trust, and retention make it a valuable opportunity for these platforms.
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How can we achieve Interoperability?
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We ensure seamless integration with diverse platforms and services through open API standards.
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Modular, micro services-based design allows for scalable and flexible connections, while robust authentication protocols guarantee secure interactions.
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The I•AM•REAL Assistant:
How it looks to Users
I•AM•REAL
Homescreen
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The home screen picture shows the I•AM•REAL app and some randomly chosen social media and messenger apps.
After the identification process, the user's I•AM•REAL app is active.
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It contains the following features:
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an encrypted code confirming your identity is verified and known
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access to all I•AM•REAL features, settings and services
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After logging in
to social media and messenger apps
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Log in to the external app
When logging in to participating social media and messenger apps, an automatic check of your encrypted code is performed.
Traveling within a safe space
After this check, the user has entered as a I•AM•REAL user and has created a personal safe space with unified and homogenous regulation and moderation, while traveling in the external social media or messenger app.
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Visible for you and others​​​​
The user's username is now equipped with the I•AM•REAL badge visible for all other users, as the user is also capable to distinguish between I•AM•REAL users and non-I•AM•REAL users.
I•AM•REAL
Moderation and Qualification
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Running in the background
Meanwhile I•AM•REAL is scanning all your incoming and outgoing messages, pictures and video's in public available feed. Personal messages can be scanned upon your specific request.
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​Alerts
When I•AM•REAL detects an issue, the user will be notified. Detecting an issue depends also on user's personal settings, but is unrelated to wether the message comes from an I•AM•REAL user or not.
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Take action
in the I•AM•REAL app
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Running in the background
Meanwhile I•AM•REAL is scanning all your incoming and outgoing messages, pictures and video's in public available feed. Personal messages can be scanned upon your specific request.
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​Alerts
When I•AM•REAL detects an issue, the user will be notified. Detecting an issue depends also on user's personal settings, but is unrelated to wether the message comes from an I•AM•REAL user or not.
Advantages and USPs
of I•AM•REAL
From User Standpoint
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Enhanced Trust and Safety
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Secure Environment: Creates a safe space where users can engage without fear of harassment or misuse of personal information.
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Accountability: Encourages responsible behavior by linking actions to verified identities, promoting a respectful online community.
Empowerment Tools
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Self-Defense Mechanisms: Empowers users to defend themselves against unwanted behaviors and manage their online interactions effectively
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Influence Over AI: Gives users the ability to influence and shape the AI’s decision-making processes to better reflect their personal experiences.
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​Empowered Self-Expression
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Authentic Interaction: Enables users to express themselves freely and authentically without compromising their privacy.
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Control Over Identity: Allows users to manage and control their online identities, fostering a sense of ownership and confidence.​​
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Personalized Experience
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Tailored Interactions: Provides a customized user experience that adapts to individual preferences and needs.
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User-Centric Design: Focuses on user feedback and participation to continuously improve and align the platform with user expectations.
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Privacy Protection
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Respect for Privacy: Ensures that users' personal information remains confidential, enhancing their sense of security.
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Anonymity with Accountability: Balances anonymity with accountability, allowing users to interact freely while maintaining responsible behavior.
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From Society Standpoint
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Promotes Ethical Online Interactions
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Healthy Community Building: Fosters a respectful and inclusive online environment, reducing instances of toxicity and extreme behavior.
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Encourages Positive Engagement: Promotes meaningful and constructive interactions, enhancing the overall quality of online discourse.
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Enhances Social Trust
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Transparent Practices: Builds trust through transparent policies and ethical practices, ensuring that societal values are upheld.
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Reliable Accountability: Establishes a trustworthy framework where actions are accountable, reinforcing societal norms and expectations.
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Supports Digital Wellbeing
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​Mental Health Focus: Contributes to the mental well-being of individuals by creating a supportive and safe online space.
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Reduces Online Harassment: Mitigates harassment and abuse, fostering a healthier digital community.
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Fosters Inclusivity and Equality
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Inclusive Design: Ensures that the platform is accessible and welcoming to diverse groups, promoting equality and representation.
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Bias Reduction: Actively works to eliminate biases, ensuring fair treatment and opportunities for all users.
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Encourages Civic Engagement
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Empowered Voices: Provides a platform for users to voice their opinions and participate in societal conversations effectively.
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Community-Driven Evolution: Integrates collective feedback to evolve the platform in ways that reflect the community’s values and needs.
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Strengthens Regulatory Compliance
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Adherence to Standards: Aligns with global privacy and data protection regulations, setting a standard for responsible digital practices.
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Proactive Governance: Demonstrates leadership in ethical governance, influencing broader societal norms and policies.
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Economic and Social Benefits
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Boosts User Retention: Enhances user loyalty and retention through a trusted and user-centric platform.
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Supports Sustainable Growth: Contributes to the sustainable growth of digital communities by prioritizing trust, safety, and ethical interactions.
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Promotes Innovation and Collaboration
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Collaborative Ecosystem: Encourages partnerships and collaborations that drive social innovation and collective problem-solving.
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Forward-Thinking Vision: Leads the way in creating future-ready solutions that address evolving societal challenges in the digital realm.​​​​
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Conclusion
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I•AM•REAL stands out as a visionary platform that not only prioritizes user empowerment and privacy but also contributes significantly to building a healthier, more ethical, and inclusive online society.
By fostering trust, enhancing safety, and promoting positive interactions, I•AM•REAL creates meaningful value for both individuals and the broader community, positioning itself as a transformative force in the digital landscape.
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If you are curious
and want more ...
More about
Technological Approach and Decisions
&
Partnerships We Seek
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More about Job Opportunities
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We are not in the phase yet that we can offer steady jobs. But if you share our passion and values, and you want to stay in the loop about upcoming opportunities, then we are happy to receive your CV.
We are especially interested when you are an expert in the fields of IT, AI, UX Design, Data Analytics, Project Management, Legal & Ethics and Community Management.
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Show your interest via stefan@i-am-real.eu
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