I've spoken briefly with the OP of this thread via Twitter DM, and on its face this project seems absolutely vital.
One thing we all want, even for the sake of profiting from our own bags, is eventual acceptance of cryptocurrency as legitimate by the world at large, and deep integration of it into the existing systems and processes. The denial of Bitcoin's ETF shows governments aren't only not ready or able to understand the future benefits, but they are expending resources wading through the toxicity in conducting their research into how anything would work.
I think an official-capacity organization that represented all crypto, like a political action committee, would interface with governments much more easily. It could develop a legislative arm, a public education arm, a self-policing arm to support honest actors and drive out scammers... it could help crypto grow up and enter the real world.
It doesn't hurt that the DFF is a great acronym considering the success and renown of the EFF (Electronic Frontier Foundation). I'm willing to bet the EFF and DFF would be in close alignment and support across many issues, and that they'd be willing to lend resources and advice to help the DFF get launched.
tl:dr; you have my support!
Much Appreciated Notsofast! Your ability to recognize exactly what I envision for this foundation reinforces the confidence I have in this project. I will be utilizing your knowledge of the crypto-landscape to aid in tough decisions during this formation period and I will personally be voting for your spot on the Board of Directors for iteration 1 of the foundations governing body.
Now to speak towards the points you brought up specifically:
You are spot on with the motives here. More acceptance and better public perception of this industry means more money coming in and that means we thrive collectively. Also, we will need a 'front', to deal with the legal side of crypto regulation, we will need a political arm to influence and educate the politicians that might try to dampen blockchain/cryptos global impact without understanding it fully. And this needs to be done through an organization that is NOT anonymous / sudo anonymous. This will be a globally governed, incorporated non-profit foundation, with potential needs for sub-groups in every country around the globe to deal with local politics.
About the Name: Notsofast did draw a stunning connection there between the EFF and DFF. That was unintentional, but maybe sub-consciously enacted.
The name was chosen because of the definition of Digital Footprint -
the information about a particular person that exists on the Internet as a result of their online activity.In this community there are scammers, toxic trolls, market manipulators, and then there are the idk maybe 50% legit real people with good intentions. I want to represent the 50% Legit population, and make it tougher for the other 50% to continue their questionable practices. I would never suggest regulation, but to at least acknowledge the governments concerns and work with them in exploring all options before they go down that road is important. If we do not take responsibility for the Digital Footprint we are creating in this industry in a professional manner, I can foresee big bad governments coming in and making our lives much more difficult.
I live for this crypto world and I dont want to see our rights as creators, investors and dreamers get regulated because we didnt communicate effectively enough with the uninitiated law makers.
Whether this project is the vehicle to take us on the journey or not. I view this as a MUST HAVE for cryptos all around success, acceptance and freedom.