1997–2002
World Records for Web Hosting
Kept UEFA, NASA, and World Cup traffic online with continent-scale uptime.
ABOUT
Building the Future of Digital Sovereignty
OurWorld creates and supports ventures that put sovereignty back in the hands of people and communities. Each venture in our ecosystem contributes to a future where individuals and organizations own their digital presence, data, and destiny.
"We need a human-centric Internet co-owned by all of us, as was intended from the start. One where everyone is equal, where everyone owns their own data, allowing human flourishing to thrive."
MISSION
Digital Sovereignty for All
We believe access to compute, data ownership, and digital tools should be fundamental rights , not privileges granted by corporations.Our ventures create a parallel system where individuals and communities can achieve true digital sovereignty.
Our work spans decentralized internet infrastructure, sovereign data systems, legal structures for autonomy, and AI frameworks that amplify rather than replace human capability. The foundation was built over two decades developing decentralized internet infrastructure, made possible by thousands of contributors worldwide.
Now we're expanding that foundation into a full ecosystem where sovereignty isn't just technical, it's legal, financial, and accessible.
WORLD RECORDS
Milestones That Pushed the Internet Forward
Across decades of building resilient digital infrastructure, our team set new technical benchmarks that still define how mission-critical systems operate today.
2005
The First Backup Data Duplication System in the World
Cut enterprise backup footprints by up to 100× before dedupe was mainstream.
2008
One of the First Cloud Systems
Shipped the first Virtual Private Data Center and proved elastic compute trust.
2010
The First Multi-Site Consistent Database
Delivered failover that preserved every transaction across sovereign sites.
2012
The First Unbreakable and Distributed Storage System
Built tamper-proof storage that used 10× less energy and never went dark.
2017
Probably the First Proof of Block Stake Blockchain
Merged staking and settlement in one move, years before the market caught up.
EXPERIENCE
Proven Success
Our initial approach was very IT-centric – focusing on storage, automation and cloud. During this wave from 2000 till 2015, some of those companies defined parts of the cloud landscape, and are still being used actively today.
“We don't just fund individual ventures – we actively shape the architecture of our unique ecosystem. The future we are building is one where technology empowers people and drives innovation while prioritizing safety and autonomy.”
Kristof De Spiegeleer
OurWorld Co-Founder & CEO
Join the OurWorld Ecosystem
Collaborate on ventures developing decentralized infrastructure, tools, and frameworks that make sovereign cloud and AI accessible to everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you can’t find what you’re looking for, email our support team and someone will get back to you.
What is OurWorld?
OurWorld is a venture creator focused on building decentralized digital infrastructure for a more sovereign, inclusive, and regenerative future.
Who is OurWorld for?
We collaborate with entrepreneurs, investors, governments, and changemakers who want to build systems beyond Big Tech and traditional finance.
How does OurWorld support ventures?
We co-create projects by providing capital, strategy, governance, technical infrastructure, and access to a global network of collaborators.
What projects are in the OurWorld ecosystem?
Our portfolio includes community driven co-owned cloud (Project Mycelium), Tier S and H datacenters (Geomind), digital jurisdictions (Free Zone), and open education (Sikana).
Where does OurWorld operate?
We’re active in strategic hubs like Mauritius, Zanzibar, UAE, Egypt, Belgium, and expanding across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.
Is this a blockchain company?
We use blockchain when it’s useful, but OurWorld is much broader—it’s about real-world infrastructure and long-term systemic change.
How can I get involved with OurWorld?
Whether you’re a founder, funder, builder or policymaker—if you resonate with our mission, reach out to start a conversation.
What is the Digital Free Zone?
It’s a sovereign digital jurisdiction with streamlined digital business operations, enabling remote company creation, borderless commerce, and flexible digital residency.
Where can I learn more or contact the team?
Visit www.ourworld.tf or email us at info@ourworld.tf to explore opportunities and collaborations. Visit www.ourworld.tf/ventures to see our current initiatives.