The Human Rights Foundation (HRF) has announced a new round of subsidies of its Bitcoin Development Funddistributing one billion satoshis (10 BTC) to more than 20 projects worldwide. The subsidies aim to support the development of open source bitcoin, mining decentralization, privacy tools and educational initiatives for people living under authoritarian regimes, with an approach in Latin America, Africa and Asia.
The last cohort includes various projects that advance Bitcoin’s role as a tool for empowering financial and human rights.
BlockadeA digital rights surveillance organization, monitors and reports on real -time Internet closures. Authoritarian regimes often use these closures to suppress protests, acceleration dissent and restrict access to financial tools. HRF support will improve monitoring, documentation and research of Netblocks to reinforce Internet and Fredom Financial.
Toll streetA project developed by ISP C03RAD0R, transforms ordinary Wi -Fi routines into decentralized Internet service providers that use Bitcoin and Ecash. This network of equal network tool allows users to avoid centralized ISP, offering an alternative to state -controlled Internet access. With the financing of HRF, Tollgate will continue advancing in its mission of building a censorship resistant Internet that enables people to communicate freely.
Vinteum It is a research center and development of Bitcoin non -profit with headquarters in Latin America. It focuses on training and financing developers to contribute to Bitcoin’s protocol and ecosystem. With the support of HRF, Vinteum plans to expand their education for developers, sponsor taxpayers and strengthen the Bitcoins development community of Latin America, helping the region to build financial alternatives to Fiat fragile systems.
BTCPay server It is an open source and autosted bitcoin payment processor that allows people and organizations to accept Bitcoin without depending on third parties. This is especially critical in regimes where payment processors are assembled to silence NGOs and activists. The HRF subsidy will help to climb the scope of BTCPay, improve usability and increase global access to censorship resistant payments.
Africa Bitcoin Institute (ABI), supported by Rwanda activist Anaïse KanimbaIt joins the gap between Bitcoin’s adoption and politics in Africa. ABI conducts research and provides policy recommendations to promote financial autonomy. With the support of HRF, ABI will promote financial autonomy and solidify the role of Bitcoin as a pillar of economic freedom
Bitcoin Core Graphical User Interface (GUI): executing a full bitcoin node is a cornerstone of financial sovereignty, but the technical interface can be a barrier. Bitcoin-Core/Gui-qmlA project backed by the developer GonnaModernizes the Bitcoin Core interface to be more intuitive, especially for mobile users in developing regions. HRF financing will admit continuous development to reduce the entry barrier for nodes worldwide.
RKrux He is a central Bitcoin taxpayer focused on the review of the code, error tests and documentation improvement. His contributions help maintain Bitcoin’s resistance. The HRF subsidy will allow RKRUX to continue its work, ensuring that the Bitcoin network is robust, safe and resistant to censorship for users around the world.
Elsat It is a developer that contributes to the Nostr ecosystem, including projects such as We give, Nostrabilityand Czar. These tools offer decentralized messages, improved interoperability of applications and monetization of peer software. The HRF subsidy will support continuous development aimed at strengthening free expression and financial independence for users under authoritarian regimes.
Retransmission assistantcreated by the developer J The Mono CodeSimplify the Nostr relays configuration process. These relays are essential for decentralized communication in the Nostr protocol. The tool allows non -technical users to operate their own servers, contributing to a more resistant and resistant communication infrastructure. The HRF subsidy will advance the development and implementation of this tool.
Emerge It is a support initiative co -founded by Bitcoin developer Core Amiti Uttarwar and Operational Architect Anna Sides. It provides psycho-social support for open source developers build Freedom Tech. When addressing exhaustion and isolation among taxpayers, Waye strengthens the human basis of the ecosystem. HRF’s financing will help Waye expand its scope, especially the developers of the Global South.
Hashpool It is a autohosped mining pool developed by VNPRC That admits decentralization in Bitcoin mining. Instead of trusting centralized entities, miners are rewarded with Ecash tokens, allowing instant private payments. HRF support even more hashpool and promotes a more distributed and censorship resistant mining landscape.
KVAC DE CASHU It is an update of protocol for Cashu, a Chaumian Ecash system that allows extremely strong financial privacy. Developed by LollerfirstThis improvement improves privacy by reducing data storage and hiding the amounts of the transaction. The HRF subsidy will support greater development, reinforcing financial privacy protections for vulnerable users.
AutoCustody Research: Brandon Black (Rearn) is conducting research on the challenges of AutoCustody for Bitcoin users in authoritarian regimes. Its findings will inform new tools and education that make Bitcoin’s safe and private use more accessible. The HRF subsidy will finance this research and the development of educational resources.
Stable channels is a project of Tony Klausing That introduces fiducia balances to the light network, helping users to avoid Bitcoin’s volatility while maintaining complete custody. With the HRF support, the project will expand its integrations and scope of users, which will allow people to make transactions freely without depending on the centralized stablecoin emitters.
Bitsaccodeveloped by OkIt is a Fedimint -based platform that modernizes the Sacco model of Kenya (Cooperative Savings and Credit Organization) using Bitcoin and Fedimints. It allows community -based financial groups to operate independently of banks. The HRF subsidy will finance the development, training and local implementation of Bitsacco.
The nucleusFounded by Kenia Educator Felix speaksIt provides practical education in Bitcoin through workshops, meetings and digital content. It focuses on the Autocustody, the use of lightning and the operation of node. HRF support will allow the nucleus to expand its scope through Kenya and beyond.
Bitcoin Babiesfounded by Naomi WambuiIt addresses child malnutrition and financial illiteracy through a unique program that combines nutritional support and education in Bitcoins. Mothers receive stipend and Bitcoin weekly training to achieve long -term financial security. HRF financing will climb the scope of the program to more needy families.
Bitcoin developer Learning Program of Asia Oriental: Directed by Calvin KimThis program enables Korean and Japanese developers in the development of open source bitcoin. Apprentices get practical experience and contribute to the main projects. HRF support will expand access and tutoring opportunities, helping to close the regional talent gap and support the deserters of authoritarian governments.
Bitcoin week in Talentland 2025: In Talentland, the largest technological conference in Latin America, Bitcoin Week will present thousands of Bitcoin attendees through workshops and hackatones. Organized by Super proof And the community of Bitcoin and Lightning Guadalajara, the initiative highlights the role of Bitcoin in financial empowerment. The HRF subsidy will help expand the program.
Bitcoin Base Bitcoin Action Role Set58 (LARP), created by Add a dear and David Rodríguez, offers an immersive learning experience where participants simulate the Bitcoins network. When representing node transactions and operations, students obtain a deeper understanding of Bitcoin. HRF support will finance the training of the facilitator and global expansion, particularly in unattended regions.
Btcenespañol It is a leading source of Education in Bitcoin in Spanish. With the aim of reaching more than one million students and training 100 instructors, the platform is expanding in South America. The HRF subsidy will support teacher training, course development and dissemination in regions affected by authority.
Increase in Bitcoin’s non -profit adoption: researcher Daniel Batten He is studying how non -profit organizations can use Bitcoin to overcome financial censorship. Its project provides information based on data and practical guidance for NGOs operating in hostile environments. With HRF financing, the initiative will support NGOs adopting Bitcoin in regions where traditional banking is committed.
Bitcoin for good, directed by activist Hadiya MasiehIt offers practical training to non -profit organizations on how to accept Bitcoin. The objective is to allow NGOs to omit financial restrictions and maintain independence. The HRF subsidy will finance workshops, technical assistance and organizational integration support.
Since its launch in 2020, HRF Bitcoin Development Fund has distributed more than $ 7.8 million in BTC to 284 projects in 62 countries. The next round of subsidies will be announced in the 17th Annual Freedom Forum of Oslo, which will take place from May 28, 2025 in Oslo, Norway.
The HRF It is a non -profit and non -profit organization 501 (c) (3) that promotes and protects human rights worldwide, with an approach to closed societies. The HRF continues to increase support to the Bitcoin Development Fund, and interested donors can find more information about how to donate here. Requests for subsidy support from HRF can be submitted here.
