Embedding human rights into crypto isn’t optional, it’s foundational
Opinion by: Shady El Damaty, co-founder of Human.Tech
Beyond the hype of accelerationist and technophile circles, a quiet crisis of confidence is taking hold in emerging technologies.
Crypto and decentralized identity solutions still carry enormous potential to empower individuals and distribute power — but many builders and users are sounding the alarm. Their disillusionment stems from real concerns: surveillance overreach, centralization disguised as innovation and tools that serve power, not people.
This conversation is no longer theoretical. From deepfake scams and AI impersonation to state-backed biometric ID proposals and the EU AI Act, digital rights are being defined in real time, often without public consent.
In this climate, the…
