Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin Pushes for Anonymous Voting via Blockchain
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has been vocal about the benefits of anonymous voting, particularly in governance decisions. Meanwhile, lawmakers in the U.S. and Georgia are exploring blockchain technology to enhance voter privacy and data protection.
Buterin stressed the importance of anonymous voting, especially for public officials. He believes it shields them from retaliation and bias. He has previously advocated for secret-ballot general assembly votes in the United Nations and more recently, emphasized the role of zero-knowledge technology in ensuring voter anonymity through the blockchain.
In the U.S., a New York assemblyman has filed a bill pushing for the use of blockchain technology to protect voters' data during elections. Although the assemblyman's name is not specified in available sources, the proposal aligns with Buterin's advocacy for anonymous voting. Similarly, Georgia's opposition party has launched a blockchain-based identity app to protect voters' privacy during national elections.
Buterin's advocacy for anonymous voting, coupled with lawmakers' exploration of blockchain technology, signals a growing interest in protecting voter privacy and officials from backlash. The implementation of these measures could significantly enhance the integrity and security of voting processes.
