Using #cryptocurrency to turn screen-time into meals for the hungry
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Last week, I had the chance to catch up with Samuel Dowd, Founder of Oroboros LLC and creator of Pause For, one of the 30 apps to launch in the first Kin Developer Program. I love what they are trying to do, so I wanted to learn more about Pause For, why they work with Kin and why they’ve signed up for the second Kin Developer Program.What is Pause For?Pause For is an app that allows users to trade screen-time for charitable impacts. Right now users can provide meals for the homeless in America, vaccinations for dogs and plant trees around the world. We rotate these charities and hope to add more as our user base expands.How is Kin used in Pause For?Users earn Kin by setting a timer and staying off their phone for the duration of the time they chose. Users can then spend their Kin on a (...)