Tor Project Launches Crypto Crowdfunding for Privacy Tools
- The Tor Project is initiating a crypto-native crowdfunding campaign from May 19 to June 18, 2026.
- The campaign supports approximately 10 to 11 nonprofit projects focused on secure communications and digital infrastructure.
- Quadratic funding will be used, emphasizing the number of unique donors over donation size.
- A $115,000 matching pool is funded by Cake Wallet, Zcash Community Grants, Logos, and Octant.
- The Tor Project’s browser is launched about 4.8 million times daily.
The Tor Project’s shift to decentralized funding through quadratic funding aims to enhance sustainability while supporting internet freedom initiatives.
Source (3.2)https://cryptobriefing.com/tor-project-web3-crowdfunding-internet-freedom/?rand=59535
