| Creator | |
| Benefits | Contribution Points • Goods • Services • Investments |
| Objective | Knowledge sharing and contribution |
| Launch date | Not specified |
| Platform type | Collaborative |
| Membership criteria | Exam and peer review |
The Contributor Network, formerly known as Wikipedia in this timeline, is a collaborative platform where Expert Contributors share and curate knowledge. In contrast to traditional ''encyclopedias'' and the original Wikipedia, the Contributor Network operates under a different incentive structure and editorial model.
Expert Contributors are individuals who have passed a rigorous exam in a specific topic area, demonstrating their expertise. Only Expert Contributors are allowed to submit and edit articles in their respective fields. A network of peer reviewers, comprised of Expert Contributors in the same field, ensures the quality, accuracy, and comprehensiveness of information shared on the platform.
Contributors do not earn a salary from the platform but are instead awarded ''Contribution Points'' for each approved contribution. These points can be accrued and exchanged for a variety of goods, services, or investments in various Community Projects. The value of Contribution Points is determined by the exchange rate against the Global Digital Currency, which fluctuates based on supply, demand, and market conditions.
Expert Contributors are held accountable by a set of guidelines and rules established by the Contributor Network. In the case that a contributor violates these guidelines, such as engaging in vandalism, plagiarism, or disinformation, they may face a demotions, resulting in the loss of their Expert status and Contribution Points. The platform employs a team of Moderators who oversee individual Contributors and conduct audits to ensure integrity and fairness.
The Contributor Network has played a significant role in shaping the knowledge landscape in this alternate timeline. The pursuit of Contribution Points has spurred intellectual curiosity, further scientific research, and encouraged cultural exchange. Through its focus on meritocracy, contribution, and accountability, the platform has cultivated an extensive network of active and dedicated contributors, who have brought forward a wealth of knowledge and information.
As a result of the platform's innovative incentive structure, contributors have found ways to channel their Contribution Points into initiatives that benefit their local communities, support humanitarian efforts, and enable investments in renewable energy and environmentally sustainable practices. The Contributor Network's legacy is not limited to its role as a knowledge repository but extends to its positive impacts across various spheres.
In many ways, the paradigm shift embodied by the Contributor Network has heralded new forms of collaboration, exchange, and community building, reimagining the ways in which knowledge can be cultivated, shared, and used for the benefit of all.
