Join us for a vibrant session at Edge Esmeralda 2025, where we’ll explore the dynamic world of social technologies and their potential to revolutionize how we connect, collaborate, and build communities. The "Social Tech Discussion" will delve into the current state and future possibilities of innovative platforms like Ami - The Serendipity Machine [1], The Gnow [2], and Maitri Network [3], which are reimagining digital and real-world interactions.

This interactive conversation will bring together technologists, founders, and community builders to discuss:

• Current State: How platforms like Ami (a serendipity-driven connection app), The Gnow (an events-only social network), and Maitri Network (building Community Graphs) are reshaping social engagement.

• Future Prospects: The potential for social tech to foster trust, enable serendipitous connections, and create resilient, inclusive communities.

• Challenges & Opportunities: Tackling issues like privacy, scalability, and bridging digital and physical interactions, while exploring how these tools align with Edge Esmeralda’s mission of human flourishing.

Expect lively lightning talks, hands-on demos, and open dialogue, with opportunities to brainstorm experiments for testing these technologies in our popup village. Whether you're a developer, designer, or simply curious about the next wave of social innovation, this session will spark ideas and collaborations.

Let’s co-create the future of social technology, building connections that empower and uplift.

[1] https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ami-the-serendipity-machine/id6479810067
[2] https://thegnow.com
[3] https://www.maitri.network