The Digital Press

A proposal is made to create a new runtime environment that enables small, trustworthy apps to safely access and use personal data without risking privacy, overcoming the current trust bottleneck in personalized web computing.

Why it matters: Current centralized data control limits personalized, user-tailored apps due to trust issues with sharing sensitive data.

The big picture: A secure, attested runtime environment would allow apps to run locally with strict restrictions on data transmission, empowering "little guys."

The stakes: Without trustworthy control, users risk data leaks or misuse; overly restrictive environments may stifle useful network interactions.

Commenters say: They appreciate the vision but worry about consent complexity, regulatory gaps, and the challenge of gaining widespread user trust and adoption.