Tim Berners-Lee Proposes Web 3.0 to Reclaim Data Control
On the 35th anniversary of the World Wide Web, its creator outlines a vision for a more open, user-controlled internet.
- Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web, is advocating for Web 3.0, emphasizing data control and ethical use.
- Berners-Lee's startup, Inrupt, introduces the Solid protocol to enable personal data pods for user sovereignty over information.
- Inrupt collaborates with governments and organizations, including the Flemish government and the BBC, to pilot data pod initiatives.
- Berners-Lee predicts the future of the web will include personal AI assistants and a shift towards true data ownership.
- Concerns over Big Tech's power lead to discussions on potential regulatory actions, including the breakup of monopolies.