Minds

Founded in 2015 by Bill Ottman, Minds, Inc. operates an alternative social media platform focused on user control, data privacy, and freedom of expression. The platform is open source, allowing for community contributions and transparency. It integrates blockchain technology, rewarding creators and users with its own utility token (MINDS) for engagement, which can be used for advertising, content promotion, or tipping other users. The company's mission is to provide a decentralized and censorship-resistant alternative to mainstream social networks.