Innovative and Experimentation
Overview: The Edge Esmeralda community highly values innovative and experimental approaches to community building and interaction. This sentiment is a recurring theme among many of the activities, discussions, and collaborative projects within the community.
Key Areas of Innovation and Experimentation:
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Community Building:
- Development of intentional and engaging communities spearheaded by thought leaders like John H and Petra ⊙.
- Proposals such as the “Friendship Experiment” by Nasya Miller, aimed at deepening interpersonal connections.
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Technology Integration:
- Emphasis on integrating technology to enhance community interaction.
- Projects include the creation of AI-enabled wearable devices and decentralized AI discussions.
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Collaborative Projects:
- Engagement in hackathons and the [Crypto Hackademathon Presentation Night], encouraging collaborative innovation.
- Sessions on diverse topics including AI, deep tech, governance, and sustainability led by various key figures like Devon Zuegel, Jesse Katz, Tito Jankowski, and Arnaud Schenk.
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Thought Leadership:
- Discussions on the importance of networking and conversations in achieving goals, as emphasized by Alton Sun.
- Sessions on social coordination tools and long-term community planning.
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Health and Longevity:
- Interest in health and longevity fields expressed by participants like Justin Mares and Vipul Devluk.
Notable Participants:
- Event Organizers: Individuals such as Devon Zuegel, Nasya Miller, and Nick Foley who facilitate innovation through event organization and activities.
- Thought Leaders: Contributors like Alton Sun, John H, and Petra ⊙ who provide insights on intentional communities, technology, and ethics.
- Innovators and Builders: Participants like machine learning in drug discovery and AI community tools working on groundbreaking projects.
The community’s focus on innovative and experimental approaches fosters an environment of creativity and forward-thinking, striving for progressive methods to enhance community spirit and connectivity.