Kerkidanet
Kerkidanet is a fictional term describing a decentralized intercommunity network used in speculative fiction and related media to explore governance, data sharing, and digital inclusion. The name is a portmanteau used to convey networked unity without a single centralized authority.
Structure and scope: The concept envisions three layers: local nodes operated by neighborhoods or municipalities; regional
Governance: Kerkidanet emphasizes participatory governance. Representatives are drawn from community assemblies, with rotating seats and explicit
Technology and standards: The system is described as relying on open protocols, modular software, and peer-to-peer
Applications and themes: In fictional narratives and simulations, Kerkidanet supports local budgeting, disaster response, education, and
Criticism and challenges: Critics in the imagined setting highlight the complexity of coordinating many actors, potential
See also: mesh networks, e-governance, digital sovereignty, participatory planning.