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Fediverse Early Adopter of a Decentralized Badge System
Issued to https://hachyderm.io/@mapache  ·  January 2, 2026
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Accepted Jan 2, 2026
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This badge recognizes the recipient as an early adopter of decentralized badge systems within the Fediverse. By embracing open, federated technologies, they have contributed to the growth of verifiable, community-driven recognition across decentralized platforms.
Earning Criteria

The recipient of this badge was an early adopter of a decentralized badge system within the Fediverse, actively engaging in its development, adoption, or advocacy. Their contributions helped advance federated, verifiable recognition across decentralized platforms, shaping the future of digital credentials.

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2026-01-02 05:52:56 UTC
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