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The Algorand Foundation is urging Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to adopt its blockchain for government operations, citing enhanced transparency and quantum-resistant security features. This comes amid reports of DOGE's interest in blockchain for public administration, althou...
The Algorand Foundation is urging Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to adopt its blockchain for government operations, citing enhanced transparency and quantum-resistant security features. This comes amid reports of DOGE's interest in blockchain for public administration, although it faces legal scrutiny and concerns about unchecked influence.
Senator Chuck Schumer has criticized the initiative, but Elon Musk has expressed support for returning power to the people through technology.
The Algorand Foundation has publicly urged Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to adopt its blockchain for government operations. In a Feb. 4 post on X, the foundation highlighted how Algorand’s technology could enhance transparency, particularly in tracking federal expenditures. According to Algorand, its blockchain is built with quantum-resistant security, making it ideal for safeguarding sensitive government data and preventing tampering.
The foundation’s statement follows several reports of DOGE’s growing interest in using blockchain solutions for public administration. Last month, reports emerged that the organization considered blockchain technology a tool to reduce governance costs. DOGE officials have reportedly been discussing with multiple blockchain developers to determine the best fit for the initiative.
While DOGE explores blockchain integration, its operations have come under legal scrutiny. On Feb. 3, the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations filed a lawsuit against the US Treasury, alleging that the agency unlawfully granted DOGE access to personal and financial records, violating federal protections. Additionally, lawmakers have raised concerns about DOGE’s authority. Senator Chuck Schumer criticized the initiative, warning against the unchecked influence of a privately managed group within public institutions.
Musk responded that: “This is our ONE CHANCE to return POWER to the PEOPLE from an unelected BUREAUcracy back to DEMOcracy!!”