At the same time that the Internet grows, it Achilles’ Heel gets more exposed too. Therefore, the fact that the Internet is growing is neither good news, nor bad news. That’s purely factual.

After a period in which we used the Internet to connect online with the rest of the world, we went through a next step in which we began using the Internet to connect online with more closer communities. More recently, we entered in a new phase in which we are using the Internet to connect and strengthen our connections with these close communities, but this time, offline. More and more, the Internet offers platforms and new webs providing free or cheap services whose ultimate goal is attained offline. What is exciting about this recent trend is that by connecting the online and the offline world, people are empowered in their real lives. Thanks to the Internet, citizens empowerment is its best moment.

Openleaks, started by former Wikileaks employe Daniel Domscheit-Berg, plans to launch as a rival website to Wikileaks…but with an actual value of transparency and accountability.

Many are confused at why Apple doesn’t support Adobe Flash on iPads, iPods and iPhones. Steve Jobs sums it up well.

In Ghana, where people sooner buy cell phone minutes before buying lunch, one medical student from New York embarked on a mission to change the entire healthcare system with something as simple as a mobile phone.

When Thomas Jefferson discussed a participatory democracy where governments and citizens collaborate to solve major problems, did he envision crowd sourcing and contests? Maybe not, but I think he’d approved.

After a decade of struggle with the irruption caused by the Internet to the publishing industry, the magazine has been able to make money thanks its 5-million readership loyal to its online version. This contrasts with other magazines business models that rely on paywalls and closed content available online.

What does Purpose do? Creates powerful movements that impact the political process and solve global problems.

The debate about Wikileaks is becoming increasingly polarized. Sadly, few seem to argue for the middle path.

The Obama Administration’s philosophy is that government should be transparent, participatory and collaborative – here are a few highlights of what the administration has achieved to date.