.self: A new top-level domain designed to support self-hosting
3 days ago
- #Human-Centered Technology
- #Ethical Web
- #ICANN Application
- The Internet has been exploited by the tech industry for data extraction, prompting the Human-Centered Computing Foundation to propose an ethical alternative.
- The Foundation aims to create a new Top-Level Domain (TLD) called .self, dedicated to human-centered technology, with one domain per person.
- Critics argue the PDF format used for the initiative contradicts the human-centered principles, citing accessibility and usability issues.
- Concerns include practical implementation challenges, funding, verification processes, and potential security risks associated with the TLD.
- The broader discussion highlights the need for a holistic approach to address connectivity, abuse, and existing infrastructure limitations to truly foster a personal web.