Our eighth Barcelona Circle marked an important milestone for the community. During the previous meetup, we had agreed that the most achievable “winnable issue” was to organize recurring workshops introducing digital privacy and freedom to newcomers. This Circle became the first step in making that idea a reality.
This month, we partnered with Zcash Club Barcelona for our first joint event, bringing together more than 20 participants at Akasha Hub. The collaboration felt natural: both communities share a strong commitment to privacy, decentralization, and empowering individuals through open technologies.
Why privacy matters
The workshop focused on digital privacy as a fundamental right rather than a niche technical topic. We discussed the increasing normalization of surveillance, the gradual loss of control over personal data, and why privacy remains essential for individual freedom.
One of the most valuable aspects of the evening was the discussion itself. Participants shared personal experiences with security incidents, privacy concerns, and everyday challenges that made the conversation both practical and engaging.
Exploring the Logos ecosystem
Beyond privacy, many attendees wanted to learn more about Logos and its broader vision. We introduced the project’s approach to private communication, discussed ideas from Farewell to Westphalia, and explained how Logos fits within a growing ecosystem of technologies that prioritize user sovereignty.
The event also highlighted the natural alignment between the Logos and Zcash communities, creating opportunities for future collaborations around education and community building.
Community first
To make the workshop more interactive, we organized a privacy-themed quiz where participants tested their knowledge of the topics covered throughout the session. We also distributed POAPs and Zcash stickers before wrapping up the evening with pizzas and drinks, paid for using ZEC.
More importantly, the enthusiasm from attendees confirmed what we had identified during Circle #7: there is genuine interest in beginner-friendly spaces where people can learn about privacy, decentralization, and digital freedom without needing a technical background.
What’s next?
This collaboration validated the direction our community wants to pursue. Going forward, we plan to continue organizing regular educational workshops with partner communities, making digital privacy more accessible while introducing newcomers to the ideas behind Logos and the broader cypherpunk movement.
We’re excited to keep building on this momentum and to see what the next Barcelona Circle brings.