
A protocol for distributed data persistence and threshold-based consensus, Dark Crystal has multiple possible applications in security-oriented tools.
Current project status
Just an idea (Pre-alpha)
It exists! (Alpha/Beta)
It's basically done (Release)
People use it (Production)
Addressed problems
- Localized or nationwide communications shut down or throttling (Blackouts)
- Physical intimidation, arrest, violence (including device seizure or destruction), and death for political or social reasons
- Technical attacks against government critics, journalists, and/or human rights organizations (Cyberattacks)
- Repressive surveillance or monitoring of communication
Focus
- Privacy enhancement
- Security from danger or threat online
Objective(s)
- Software or hardware development
- Testing
- Research
Beneficiaries
- Sexual minorities
- Women
- Youth
- Ethnic minorities
- Activists
- Journalists
- Advocacy groups/NGOs
Region(s) archive
- Global
Project status
- It Exists! (Alpha/Beta)
Technology attributes
- Cryptography
- Mobile application (clientside)
- Sensitive data
- User interface/experience