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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.
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