An event series by Plumia x Interintellect
- What is a network state, and could it change the world?
- How does citizenship work for internet citizens?
- Is it possible to upload the infrastructure of a country to the cloud?
The Building a Different Network State series is a monthly event hosted by Plumia and Interintellect, bringing together leading thinkers, builders, and policymakers to explore one of the most radical ideas of our time: building countries on the internet.
Through calm, informed, and multidisciplinary conversations, we’ll examine how digital governance, decentralized communities, and emerging technologies are reshaping the future of nations, power, and belonging.
This isn’t just about discussion—it’s about understanding the movement and exploring how we can actively shape it.
What to Expect
- Deep, structured conversations – A curated series of online salons featuring world-class guests and Interintellect’s signature non-polarised discussion format.
- A mix of structure and spontaneity – We establish a framework in advance so participants can follow along, while staying flexible to respond to breaking world events, new developments, and emerging ideas.
- An ongoing community – A dedicated Discord channel will open ahead of the first episode, creating a space for participants to connect, discuss, and build on ideas between sessions.
- Engaging with the builders of tomorrow – Not just users of the world, but those who want to build it.
Key Themes
- The Rebalance of Power – How nomadism is reshaping economies, policies, and power centers.
- The Digital Social Contract – What lessons can we learn from traditional nations when building virtual ones?
- AI & Emerging Tech – How will technology shape the next wave of digital nations?
- Internet Citizenship – What does it mean to belong in a borderless world?
- A New Era of Governance – Could governance models evolve beyond the nation-state?
- Culture in the Cloud – What does community look like in fully digital societies?
Meet the Hosts
Plumia
Plumia is a nonprofit think tank exploring the future of citizenship in a borderless world. Through research, advocacy, and media, Plumia investigates how governance can evolve for the internet era. Its weekly newsletter (Borderless) curates news and insights for remote workers, digital nomads, and global citizens.
Interintellect
Interintellect is a global community dedicated to fearless conversations with friendly people. With a lineup of thought leaders—including Esther Perel, James Clear, Tyler Cowen, Agnes Callard, Cass Sunstein, and more—Interintellect hosts high-quality discussions across philosophy, technology, and society.
Join the Conversation
- 📅 Starting in March 2025
- 📍 Online salons with expert guests
- 💬 Discord community opens before first event
Whether you’re deeply involved in the network state movement or just starting to explore its implications, this is your space to engage, learn, and contribute to the future of digital governance.
Stay tuned for the first episode listing and join the discussion before it even begins.