Emre Yumlu 
Blockchain technology is no longer just about cryptocurrencies or NFTs. From proving humanity in the AI age to building decentralized satellite networks, new projects are showing how blockchain can tackle some of the world’s pressing issues.
As the industry matures, real-world applications of blockchain are gaining ground. Ahead of the major TOKEN2049 gathering in Dubai, founders of innovative projects shared how they’re integrating blockchain to create meaningful change across sectors like digital verification and global internet access.
Proving You’re Human in the Age of AI
Artificial intelligence has made it easier than ever to imitate human behavior — even perfectly. From realistic deepfake videos to fake documents, the line between what’s real and what’s generated by machines is increasingly blurred. What once sounded like a sci-fi concept — proving that you’re a real human — is quickly becoming a necessity.
To counter this, the Humanity Protocol is building a blockchain-based identity system that allows individuals to verify their humanity in a secure and transparent way. The goal is to distinguish real people from bots or AI agents that now flood digital platforms. As the creator of the project puts it, in today’s internet, knowing who or what you’re interacting with is more crucial than ever.
Decentralizing Space: A New Era of Satellite Networks
Beyond digital identity, blockchain is also reaching the outer edges of Earth’s atmosphere. Today, satellite internet access is largely controlled by a handful of major companies — creating a connectivity monopoly. This limits the options for over 150 countries that lack the infrastructure to compete.
Enter Spacecoin, a project that aims to launch a decentralized satellite network using low-cost nanosatellites. Each satellite will be independently owned by different individuals or organizations, creating a constellation that no single company controls.
Through blockchain, the network uses trustless systems for payments and data transmission, removing the need for intermediaries. According to the project’s founder, the space industry is becoming more open — and blockchain is the key to making it accessible and collaborative, not exclusive.
These efforts demonstrate a clear shift: blockchain is moving from speculation to solutions — from virtual tokens to real-world infrastructure.
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