Cabin
iOS/Android, Web
Introduction
Cabin is an open-source, privacy-focused social network I co-founded. We’re building a platform that empowers users to stay connected with the folks they care about, without worrying about manipulative algorithms, unchecked misinformation, and political influence.
What problems does Cabin solve?
We’re on a mission to defeat the world of toxic capitalism, one existential problem at a time.
Misinformation
Social media is the largest contributor to the spread of misinformation, and this problem is growing exponentially through the use of A.I. and bots.
You may think “Oh, I don’t fall for that!”
Remember last Thanksgiving when your uncle was presenting his conspiracy theories at the dinner table, with his source being “a guy I follow on Facebook”?
Let’s take a look at some research that was performed on this very topic:
Study metric
Percentage of users who see untrue content every time or almost every time they use a platform. View reference
42%
Tiktok
35%
32%
Could Cabin possibly fare better? Well, heck yes.
There isn’t a singular solution to misinformation. With Cabin, we’re taking a multi-pronged approach:
- Identify and label misinformation: Cabin will leverage machine learning and community reporting to identify and label misinformation across the platform.
- Accountability for institutional accounts: There isn’t a single platform that holds institutional accounts (e.g.—CNN, Fox13, The White House) or political figures accountable. Cabin will introduce the Integrity Meter, which will score accounts based on their track record.
- Education: We believe most people would prefer to avoid sharing something that isn’t true, and it makes us feel silly when we do. Cabin will provide simple, educational feedback when a user shares something that turns out to be false.
This isn’t a simple problem to solve, but we’re committed.
Manipulative algorithms
Social networks design and tweak their algorithms to maximize the amount of time users spend on their feed. Why? Because it means they’ll earn more money. Furthermore, these platforms prioritize content that is sure to see engagement, such as rage-bait posts or controversial topics. All in the name of a dollar.
My creative approach
I wanted Cabin to remind me of my experiences vacationing as a child. My family would sometimes travel to the mountains of Tennessee to escape our everyday lives. We’d rent a cabin and spend a few nights enjoying the peace and solitude.
Cabin’s dark blue interface was designed 1) to be gentle on eyes, and 2) to feel just a little cozier.
Cabin
iOS/Android, Web
Introduction
Cabin is an open-source, privacy-focused social network I co-founded. We’re building a platform that empowers users to stay connected with the folks they care about, without worrying about manipulative algorithms, unchecked misinformation, and political influence.
What problems does Cabin solve?
We’re on a mission to defeat the world of toxic capitalism, one existential problem at a time.
Misinformation
Social media is the largest contributor to the spread of misinformation, and this problem is growing exponentially through the use of A.I. and bots.
You may think “Oh, I don’t fall for that!”
Remember last Thanksgiving when your uncle was presenting his conspiracy theories at the dinner table, with his source being “a guy I follow on Facebook”?
Let’s take a look at some research that was performed on this very topic:
Study metric
Percentage of users who see untrue content every time or almost every time they use a platform. View reference
42%
Tiktok
35%
32%
Could Cabin possibly fare better? Well, heck yes.
There isn’t a singular solution to misinformation. With Cabin, we’re taking a multi-pronged approach:
- Identify and label misinformation: Cabin will leverage machine learning and community reporting to identify and label misinformation across the platform.
- Accountability for institutional accounts: There isn’t a single platform that holds institutional accounts (e.g.—CNN, Fox13, The White House) or political figures accountable. Cabin will introduce the Integrity Meter, which will score accounts based on their track record.
- Education: We believe most people would prefer to avoid sharing something that isn’t true, and it makes us feel silly when we do. Cabin will provide simple, educational feedback when a user shares something that turns out to be false.
This isn’t a simple problem to solve, but we’re committed.
Manipulative algorithms
Social networks design and tweak their algorithms to maximize the amount of time users spend on their feed. Why? Because it means they’ll earn more money. Furthermore, these platforms prioritize content that is sure to see engagement, such as rage-bait posts or controversial topics. All in the name of a dollar.
My creative approach
I wanted Cabin to remind me of my experiences vacationing as a child. My family would sometimes travel to the mountains of Tennessee to escape our everyday lives. We’d rent a cabin and spend a few nights enjoying the peace and solitude.
Cabin’s dark blue interface was designed 1) to be gentle on eyes, and 2) to feel just a little cozier.