Truthchain

An open-source platform dedicated to sharing, verifying, and discussing real-world events with transparency and accountability.

In a world flooded with misinformation, this project aims to empower people with tools to critically evaluate information through community-driven fact-checking and credible sourcing.

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🚀 Features

• 📰 Post and share news or claims
• 🔗 Attach and verify sources
• 👍 Community-based credibility voting
• 💬 Open discussions on each claim
• 🏷 Credibility scoring system
• 📝 Transparent edit history (planned)

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🎯 Mission

To build a transparent, decentralized ecosystem where truth is collaboratively verified and misinformation is challenged with evidence.

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🛠 Tech Stack (Initial)

• Frontend: React / Next.js
• Backend: Node.js (Express)
• Database: MongoDB / PostgreSQL

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📦 Project Structure

/project-root
│── frontend/
│── backend/
│── docs/
│── .github/
│── README.md
│── CONTRIBUTING.md
│── CODE_OF_CONDUCT.md

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🤝 Contributing

We welcome contributions from everyone!

1. Fork the repository
2. Create a new branch (feature/your-feature)
3. Commit your changes
4. Open a Pull Request

Please read CONTRIBUTING.md for detailed guidelines.

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⚖️ Code of Conduct

This project follows a Code of Conduct to ensure a respectful and inclusive environment. Please read it before contributing.

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🔐 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

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🌱 Future Goals

• AI-assisted fact-checking
• Reputation system for contributors
• Browser extension for real-time verification
• Decentralized audit trail

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💡 Vision

We don’t claim to define truth—we aim to build tools that make truth easier to verify.

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⭐ Support

If you believe in this mission, consider starring the repo and contributing to its growth.