Other Internet
A decentralized applied research org studying and building social tech
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About Other Internet
Other Internet is a nonprofit applied research organization. According to its official website, it investigates the psychological, political, and economic effects of digitalization and promotes pro-social applications of new media technologies. Its activities include producing research and essays, publishing a book in 2025, advancing protocol agendas and governance initiatives, designing experiments and scalable software, and advising or supporting values-aligned projects. Its core narrative centers on "developing ideas that change worlds and beliefs," rather than pure technology development. The problems it addresses include social risks from digital technology, attention-economy distortions, and platform power imbalances; it offers alternative pathways through interdisciplinary research and governance advocacy. No reliable public information was found regarding major developments in the past six months on the official website or Twitter.
As of my knowledge cutoff in April 2024, I have no access to real-time data or post-2024 developments. I cannot verify any progress from Other Internet (otherinter.net) between March and September 2026. No reliable public information is available in my training data. Please check their official website or X account directly for updates. If the project has ceased operations or lacks verifiable news, I cannot provide a substantive summary.
Co-founders and current core executives:
Toby Shorin (Co-founder & Executive Director): Cultural researcher and strategist, graduated from Vassar College. Co-founded Other Internet in 2018 and currently serves as Executive Director, leading research programs and fund allocation. Previously worked as a product designer and provided cultural strategy consulting for multiple crypto organizations.
Laura Lotti (Co-founder & Researcher): Background in economics, media studies, and philosophy; PhD from UNSW. Studies digital assets and networked organizations. Previously worked at Economic Space Agency, RIAT, and other institutions. Now involved in governance and ecosystem research at Other Internet.