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May 30, 2025
Led by Whitney Webb, Derrick Broze, and Ryan Cristián, the Independent Media Alliance will pioneer Odysee's revolutionary Portal technology in the emerging Decentralized Media Ecosystem
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Odysee announces Portal, a groundbreaking decentralized publishing platform that will transform how independent media operates online. The Independent Media Alliance (IMA) — featuring prominent voices Whitney Webb, Derrick Broze, and Ryan Cristián of The Last American Vagabond — will serve as the flagship partner, operating as the first major Portal within Odysee's broader Decentralized Media Ecosystem (DME).
Odysee Founder and CEO Julian Chandra states the IMA is intended to showcase how decentralized technologies can empower independent media to maintain direct relationships with their audiences, free from the editorial filters and algorithmic controls of centralized platforms.
"Portal is about returning control to the creators," said Chandra. "The Independent Media Alliance shows how groups of journalists can build their own spaces, manage their own communities, and protect the integrity of their work without reliance on centralized platforms."
A Response to Centralized Censorship
The Independent Media Alliance emerges at a time of growing concern over censorship, deplatforming, and algorithmic suppression across major technology platforms. Many independent journalists argue that these dynamics restrict their ability to reach audiences, particularly on sensitive topics related to public health, foreign policy, and government accountability.
Whitney Webb, an investigative journalist known for her reporting on intelligence agencies and global corporate networks, has consistently warned about the dangers of media consolidation. Through her platform Unlimited Hangout, Webb has produced long-form investigations that challenge dominant narratives and highlight underreported stories.
Key Advantages of Portal
Portal offers several critical advantages over traditional publishing platforms:
A Growing Movement Toward Independent Infrastructure
The formation of the Independent Media Alliance reflects a broader movement among journalists, content creators, and activists seeking to build their own resilient infrastructure for communication and community-building. As centralized platforms face increased criticism over content moderation practices and political influence, the need for independent alternatives has become more urgent.
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May 30, 2025
Led by Whitney Webb, Derrick Broze, and Ryan Cristián, the Independent Media Alliance will pioneer Odysee's revolutionary Portal technology in the emerging Decentralized Media Ecosystem
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Odysee announces Portal, a groundbreaking decentralized publishing platform that will transform how independent media operates online. The Independent Media Alliance (IMA) — featuring prominent voices Whitney Webb, Derrick Broze, and Ryan Cristián of The Last American Vagabond — will serve as the flagship partner, operating as the first major Portal within Odysee's broader Decentralized Media Ecosystem (DME).
Odysee Founder and CEO Julian Chandra states the IMA is intended to showcase how decentralized technologies can empower independent media to maintain direct relationships with their audiences, free from the editorial filters and algorithmic controls of centralized platforms.
"Portal is about returning control to the creators," said Chandra. "The Independent Media Alliance shows how groups of journalists can build their own spaces, manage their own communities, and protect the integrity of their work without reliance on centralized platforms."
A Response to Centralized Censorship
The Independent Media Alliance emerges at a time of growing concern over censorship, deplatforming, and algorithmic suppression across major technology platforms. Many independent journalists argue that these dynamics restrict their ability to reach audiences, particularly on sensitive topics related to public health, foreign policy, and government accountability.
Whitney Webb, an investigative journalist known for her reporting on intelligence agencies and global corporate networks, has consistently warned about the dangers of media consolidation. Through her platform Unlimited Hangout, Webb has produced long-form investigations that challenge dominant narratives and highlight underreported stories.
Key Advantages of Portal
Portal offers several critical advantages over traditional publishing platforms:
- Content Sovereignty: Contributors retain legal ownership of their work unless explicitly transferred, making it ideal for collaborative publishing projects
- Contributor Autonomy: Self-publishing or submission workflows can be customized without complex plugins
- Enhanced Transparency: Built-in support for edit history and transparent moderation, with admins able to set their preferred level of openness
- Decentralized Architecture: Content can be optionally stored on immutable, censorship-resistant platforms like Arweave
- Structured Governance: Tailored for collectives or movements where multiple editors, contributors, and policies need to coexist
- Seamless DME Integration: Native compatibility with the broader Decentralized Media Ecosystem for content syndication and sharing
A Growing Movement Toward Independent Infrastructure
The formation of the Independent Media Alliance reflects a broader movement among journalists, content creators, and activists seeking to build their own resilient infrastructure for communication and community-building. As centralized platforms face increased criticism over content moderation practices and political influence, the need for independent alternatives has become more urgent.
Full article:
Odysee Unveils 'Portal' with Independent Media Alliance as Flagship Partner for New Decentralized Publishing Platform
Led by Whitney Webb, Derrick Broze, and Ryan Cristián, the IMA will pioneer Odysee's Portal technology in the emerging Decentralized Media Ecosystem
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