Trust is fundamental to Neighbourhood’s brand and technology. In this post I will pick up on an important finding from our survey, which highlighted the crucial importance of known connections to the take-up of Neighbourhood, by new users. And connect this to the notion of local trust, and trust paths, …
At Neighbourhood, privacy, trust and security are core to our values and offer to users. Our conceptual design, and the development of our technology, marketing and communications, follows a ‘privacy by design’ approach. This year in the UK the new Data Protection Bill comes into force. This represents the regulatory …
When you sign up as a Neighbourhood user, the following details will be stored about you. A core aspect of Neighbourhood is protecting user privacy, and allowing users to divulge their real names to one another, only when they feel comfortable. Account Username (pseudonym): A name you will be known by …
For our Neighborhood project we have considered the use of blockchain to store data for the web application. But after carrying out a feasibility study we have come to realize that blockchain technology is not feasible because there is a high level of cost to implement, specifically around the issue …
Neighbourhood will have a user identity and interests data model, that gives users a high level of flexibility in their ability to store their details and interests. Ensuring that their privacy can be protected, and personal details disclosed in a very specific, controlled way. For example, as user’s real name …
In recent years, instead of writing lengthy business plans, that quickly become out of date, the ‘Business Model Canvas’ has become highly used by startup businesses, and is taught and advocated in many startup accelerators, such as Bethnal Green Ventures, which I have been part of while running a previous …
Find great things to do with people nearby that you can trust Neighbourhood is a location-based social network, helping you: Expand your connections across your neighbourhood (and invite in friends from elsewhere) Explore your surroundings via meaningful connections and trustworthy recommendations. BUILD TRUST IN WHAT YOU SEE… Features Join and create …
