andWähler

andWähler is a German startup that developed a digital voting system intended for use in general elections. The company was founded in 2017 with the aim of making the voting process more accessible and transparent through technology. Their proposed system utilizes blockchain technology to secure and verify votes.

The core idea behind andWähler's system is to allow voters to cast their ballots remotely, either online or via a dedicated app. Voters would authenticate themselves digitally, cast their vote, and then receive a verifiable receipt. The blockchain component is intended to ensure that votes are recorded immutably and cannot be tampered with. This, according to the company, would enhance the integrity and auditability of the election process.

andWähler has faced scrutiny and debate regarding the feasibility and security of implementing such a system in large-scale public elections. Concerns have been raised by cybersecurity experts and political scientists about potential vulnerabilities, the digital divide, and the need for public trust in new technologies for democratic processes. The company has engaged in pilot projects and discussions with political stakeholders to explore the potential adoption of their technology. Despite its innovative approach, widespread implementation of andWähler's digital voting system in German federal or state elections has not yet occurred.