The Open Book Challenge Announces a competition worth $ 100,000 For those who create an alternative to Facebook
The crisis that has gripped Facebook in recent days and the emergence of the #DeleteFacebook campaign
It is natural for many to wonder about alternatives to the largest social network in the world. To date there is no alternative to this blue site.
But if you’re interested in creating an alternative to Facebook, “The Open Book Challenge” has been announced, A competition that will give $ 100,000 to someone who creates a rival that matches Facebook and is an alternative.
On the competition page, the authors say seven teams will be rewarded with the ability to create a social network for 1 billion people who are interested in the privacy of their users: “We want to invest in alternatives that do not manipulate people, protect our democracy from agents, and do not hide malicious intent to spread misleading information” Says contest site.
Anyone who wants to compete must appear to be able to present an idea or plan of action To implement the project and establish the network effectively. There will be 20 contestants selected for the final stage of the competition. Through which the seven winners will be selected.
The Open Book Challenge is funded by investor Jason Calacanis -Founder & CEO @ Inside.com One of the first people who invested their money in Uber. Calacanis has criticized Mark Zuckerberg during this crisis, And urged him to step down as manager of the company and leave him in the hands of Cheryl Sandberg, the current head of operations on Facebook.
