In some places, people can join a Zoom call but can’t get a glass of clean water.

The internet isn’t just a tool—it’s the bridge to solving the world’s toughest problems.

The secret?

Don’t just build in public. Build WITH the public.

Here's what I mean.

Imagine this:

A faceless collective, scattered across the globe, sharing no language, no borders—just a belief.

Anonymous.

Hackers who unite for a single purpose.

Their cause?

Justice. Visibility. Change. Freedom.

What if we borrowed that passion—but aimed it at building instead of breaking?

Anonymous dismantles systems in the name of justice.

But imagine developers uniting with the same energy—not to disrupt, but to create.

To build solutions that give a voice to the voiceless.

A united mission, reimagined—not to harm, but to ignite hope.

"Building in public" has become a buzzword in tech.

People share their progress, celebrate their wins, and seek the crowd’s approval.

It’s about them—their product, their growth, their journey.

(Not bad, but let’s be real: it’s self-centered.)

Now flip it:

Building WITH the public.

It’s no longer about you or your shiny SaaS idea.

It’s about the other guy.

The mother stuck in a flood with no access to clean water.

The kid in a war zone who can access WiFi but not food.

In some places, more people have access to the internet than they do to clean drinking water.

Let that sink in.

Crisis zones.

Developing nations.

Places where the basic infrastructure is broken—but digital solutions can step in and save lives.

This isn’t theory. It’s reality.

Building with the public means prioritizing problems that others overlook.

It’s the coder who turns their keyboard into a lifeline.

It’s the designer who makes simplicity a survival tool.

It’s teams coming together, not for fame, but for impact.

The spark of this model isn’t new.

Anonymous does it for justice.

Wikipedia does it for knowledge.

And every developer can do it for solutions.

Because when you build with the public, the spotlight isn’t on you.

It’s on the people you serve.

Here’s the call:

If this resonates with you, step forward.

If you believe in this, step in. Let’s build:

A network that connects crisis zones with real-time relief.

Software to educate kids in regions where oppressive governments ban schools.

A tool to help individuals in conflict zones access mental health support.

This is what it means to build WITH the public—not for claps, but for change.

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Once, Anonymous was a name that struck fear into governments, corporations, and institutions worldwide. Born from the chaotic depths of the internet in the mid-2000s, they were less an organization and more a collective, a swarm of digital activists. There were no leaders, no hierarchy, just a loosely connected hive mind operating under the Guy Fawkes mask—a symbol of resistance and anti-establishment sentiment. They were rebels without borders, wielding the internet as their battleground.

The Golden Age of Anonymous

In their heyday, Anonymous was everywhere, and nowhere, all at once. They gained prominence in the late 2000s to early 2010s, a period that could be considered their golden age. It was the time of high-profile cyber-operations, flashy hacks, and viral videos delivered with robotic voices. From taking down the Church of Scientology's websites (in Project Chanology) to supporting WikiLeaks by disrupting payment processors like Visa and PayPal, Anonymous became the digital avengers of the disenfranchised. They operated like a modern-day Robin Hood, battling censorship and surveillance with nothing more than keyboards and code.

Their influence reached a crescendo during the Arab Spring in 2011. In solidarity with protesters, they targeted oppressive regimes across the Middle East, supporting the fight for democracy by taking down government websites and sharing crucial information. Anonymous wasn't just a hacker group—it was a social movement. Their motto, "We are legion," symbolized the power of collective action and the idea that anyone could don the mask and join the cause.

From Vanguard to Vigilante: The Beginning of the End

But, as the 2010s marched on, the same chaos that made Anonymous so effective also became its Achilles' heel. Without clear goals or a stable structure, they were prone to infighting, splintering into factions with diverging agendas. The decentralized nature that had once been their strength turned into a liability.

The world began to change too. Governments and corporations developed better cybersecurity defenses, making Anonymous's trademark DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks less effective. Law enforcement agencies around the globe started cracking down on members, leading to high-profile arrests that chipped away at their anonymity. More critically, the rise of state-sponsored cyber warfare blurred the lines between hacktivism and espionage, leaving Anonymous caught in a rapidly changing landscape.

By the mid-2010s, their once-feared digital onslaughts had lost their punch. Public attention shifted to more organized groups like WikiLeaks or state-affiliated hackers like Russia’s Fancy Bear. Anonymous’s actions became sporadic and lacked the impact of their earlier campaigns. Attempts to reignite the flames, like targeting ISIS on social media or supporting the Black Lives Matter movement, seemed like echoes of a fading legend.

The Fade into Obscurity

So, what happened to Anonymous?

They once thrived in a world where the internet was a wild frontier, a place where the collective rage of the digital mob could genuinely disrupt the powerful. But as the internet matured, so did the methods to control it. Social media platforms—once fertile grounds for their message—became more heavily policed. Governments and tech giants learned to use the very tools Anonymous once wielded against them, turning them into instruments of surveillance and control.

Today, mentions of Anonymous are rare, more of a whisper than a roar. Some might argue that the world simply moved on, that Anonymous became irrelevant in a digital landscape now dominated by surveillance capitalism and state-backed cyber-espionage. Others might say that the loose collective is still out there, waiting for a new cause worthy of its legion.

But the question remains:

Did Anonymous simply fade into insignificance, becoming the relic of an era when the internet was still wild and free? Or are they lurking in the shadows, waiting for the world to forget them just enough to launch their next digital uprising?

The mask may have slipped, but perhaps the face behind it was never really meant to be seen.

With how the election turned out, how ballots have been burned, how some people never received their info on where to vote, etc...couldnt anonymous do something to impede Trump and the maga idiots? We can't just let them win.

Hi everyone, I am working on a school project that is based on ethical dilemmas and need to do an interview with someone. My topic is based off of the legality vs morality of some of the anonymous operations. If you have been involved in any operations or know anything about it, I would appreciate any help given on this. It can be over dm or on a call, either way works for me and if I ask anything that you are not comfortable sharing, just say so and I will move on to the next question.

Anonymous puts the flags of Taiwan, Japan and Switzerland into a Chinese laboratory resource website.

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Is there anyone to know how to connect with anonymous im a student I saw a video of a former sex offender's account being hacked, and I think it was Anonymous.I desperately need to know where they can be reached. I'd like to have a conversation.

Can you guys please summarise what has happened in this year so far. I want to become part of this community so I would appreciate it if you guys tell me Al the interesting things has happend this year?

I saw this once I opened instagram then went to the account and the picture was gone.

Man, whats happened to anon, where can I find them?

I hope this doesn’t somehow break the rules and if it does somehow I apologize but I don’t see anything in the rules that would pertain to my question.

I am wondering what are Anonymous general political views? Republican? Democrat? Somewhere in between? Or maybe a little bit of both?

I understand that there will obviously be different views between people as people have different opinions but I am just wanting to know if there is a certain generalized view Anonymous mainly has.

Thank you for your time.

P.S. Is Anonymous still as active today as they were before? I don’t hear too much about them now a days. I wonder what the last operation they had was.

I don't know if I'm in the right place for it, but here it goes.

I need help and I think you all might be able to or at least point me in the right direction. Here is the situation.

I am trying to save the world. Unifying humanity. All that jazz. As an organization (from what I've heard) you guys may be able to help me reach as many people as possible. Looking specifically for white or gray hat.

Here is the 3 stage plan as it sits and I will point out what I need help with.

Stage 1(paid): SocieT is a social media application I need help building. I would like to have both a website and a smartphone application. Why? Because we need everyone to be able to communicate with each other all at once. Everyone on one platform rather than 30 unique platforms that only house a percentage of the population each. It's inefficient. Details related to the app and what are needed will be provided.

Stage 2 (for purchase): Alyseria is my world that I am creating. It's a series of three book written simultaneously. These books are in process but for now we are creating a series of short stories to inspire others to write for my world too.

Stage 3 (donation): Legion is a charity. It is built to pop up anywhere and provide support for the population in the area. Using donations to support those who are struggling or providing some kind of societal benefit.

Why me? I don't know. I'm sick of the way we treat each other. We barely talk to anyone anymore because we are so afraid of what they might say/do. America is at its tipping point and we are either GOING to work together. Or we are going to see a second Civil War. I am kind, compassionate and capable of mediating the general public. But this isn't just about me. It's about everyone

Timeline: the more people we have on board the faster, stronger, and the more we can accomplish. Everything starts September 27th where I will reach out to those who have show Interest and explain what it is we are going to do this year. We will work on a variety of projects starting October 1st and we will work until December 31st. At which point we will take a much needed break to start the whole process again next year at the same time.

If you've read this far and you are Intrigued enough to want to stand with me in this here are my details. You can dm me any time.

One more thing. If you are too worried to participate, here is what I will ask. Just wait. This idea is not unique. You're going to start seeing it pop up a lot more. And if one person can gain enough traction to make it work we should all support them.

All the best Legion