Btbomull

Btbomull is a term used in speculative fiction to denote a decentralized socio-technical concept that coordinates urban resources across a distributed network. In the imagined setting, Btbomull combines autonomous software agents with human oversight to manage energy, transport, and information flow without a central authority. The system is described as self-regulating, resilient to single points of failure, and capable of evolving through participatory governance.

Origins and usage: The concept first appears in late-21st century narratives by a fictional author collective. It is treated as both a theoretical model and a narrative device to explore questions of privacy, accountability, and collective decision-making.

Structure and operation: Btbomull employs a multipart governance model with components including nodes or mulls, an open ledger for transparency, and keepers who are human stewards. Decisions alternate between automated proposals and human review, using consensus protocols inspired by real-world distributed systems.

In reception: Scholars and fans discuss Btbomull as a lens on decentralized systems and governance. Some critics argue it idealizes coordination; others highlight ethical concerns about surveillance and control.

In fiction: It has appeared across novels, visual media, and tabletop games, often as a backdrop for urban futures or governance debates.