I'm sitting here, scrolling the news, reading yet another “blocked,” “restricted,” “forbidden.” Am I the only one annoyed by this? Our internet freedom is shrinking, turning what used to be a basic right—free communication—into a privilege. And messengers? They stopped being messengers long ago. Now, they're just social networks in disguise. Remember when WhatsApp was just WhatsApp? A simple, safe place to chat “just between us.” Now it’s statuses, catalogs, endless notifications, marketing, group spam… Where’s the room for a quiet “Hey Mom, how are you?”—without all the extra noise (and maybe, surveillance)? Is it just me, or are you tired of every messaging app morphing into a giant ‘ecosystem’? Is it just me, or are you tired of every messaging app morphing into a giant ‘ecosystem’? But what if the solution is already within reach? Recently, I've been reflecting on what AI enables—and suddenly, it hits me: the tech is ready. Today’s AI services (like Perplexity AI or similar) can spin up a static profile page for you, complete with a unique address. That’s almost enough for people to find you and check in—even right now. Why not go further? Why not go further? If I were to design a solution, here’s what I’d imagine: not just profile pages, but micro-messengers. Picture this: You say: “Create my private contact room, WhatsApp 1.0 style!”The system instantly sets up your own space—not a social network, but a digital living room just for trusted friends and family. Key Principles of This Approach Effortless creation: Your personal space is ready in seconds—by voice command or with a click. Live status updates: Quick notes, photos, and short statuses—sharing your life intuitively and directly. Design limitations: Your circle: up to 500 people, so it stays personal. Permission control: You decide who can interact with you, and how. AI assistant as mediator: A digital helper filters out noise, lets you stay in touch, and keeps things meaningful. True privacy & subtlety: With a small, trusted audience, there’s no incentive (or ability) for mass surveillance. Communication stays real and direct. Minimal friction for updates: Just a couple words or a photo, and your close contacts are up-to-date—no fuss. Effortless creation: Your personal space is ready in seconds—by voice command or with a click. Effortless creation: Live status updates: Quick notes, photos, and short statuses—sharing your life intuitively and directly. Live status updates: Design limitations: Your circle: up to 500 people, so it stays personal. Design limitations: Permission control: You decide who can interact with you, and how. Permission control: AI assistant as mediator: A digital helper filters out noise, lets you stay in touch, and keeps things meaningful. AI assistant as mediator: True privacy & subtlety: With a small, trusted audience, there’s no incentive (or ability) for mass surveillance. Communication stays real and direct. True privacy & subtlety: Minimal friction for updates: Just a couple words or a photo, and your close contacts are up-to-date—no fuss. Minimal friction for updates: Simplicity, Not Complexity Now, about user interfaces: why do so many apps wrap normal features in layers of menus, settings, and dashboards? Want to update your status, see who's online, or add a note? Suddenly you need a manual and a dozen clicks. AI could fix all this!Imagine just saying: “Show me who saw my last status.” “Change my profile pic to the one I just sent you.” “Pin a message from Dad.” “Give me all updates from Jane this month.” “Show me who saw my last status.” “Change my profile pic to the one I just sent you.” “Pin a message from Dad.” “Give me all updates from Jane this month.” No more hunting for obscure options—just say what you want, and it's done. You’re not an operator anymore; you just express what you need, and AI makes it happen. Maybe you’ll think of other things!Is this already the rise of your own “intelligent agent” with a real address on the web? Hmm… Real-Life Magic People could start making these micro-WhatsApps for daily, private communication. No fear of being banned, no algorithmic interference. Your mom finds you, friends reach out. No million-member groups or status deluge—just your people. Reflection Time Would you give up the “convenience” of big apps like WhatsApp for true privacy? What do you imagine as the future of authentic online communication? What if we don’t stop at private pages—but go on to create personal AI helpers as our digital selves? Would you give up the “convenience” of big apps like WhatsApp for true privacy? What do you imagine as the future of authentic online communication? What if we don’t stop at private pages—but go on to create personal AI helpers as our digital selves? The more I think about it, the more inevitable this seems. The technology is here. The need is clear. The real question: Does anyone else want this? Or should I just build it and see if folks truly crave a return to simple, human connection? Does anyone else want this? Or should I just build it and see if folks truly crave a return to simple, human connection? Your feedback—likes, comments, ideas—will help me understand!I’m working on an open-source project athttps://aifa.dev— adding new features each week.Yes, it’s possible. https://aifa.dev https://aifa.dev If any of this resonates, join my channel on Telegram: https://t.me/next_starters — that’s where the brainstorming and (maybe) real building happens. https://t.me/next_starters https://t.me/next_starters So, what do you think? Is it worth a try? So, what do you think? Is it worth a try?
