Dominic Williams, Chief Scientist of the Internet Computer (ICP), highlights a widespread Web3 misunderstanding: "onchain" usually doesn't mean an app runs on a decentralized blockchain cloud.
The Truth: For most "Web3" projects, apps live on Big Tech clouds, while only a token is "onchain." Most blockchains can't even store a phone photo; they're built for tokens and DeFi.
The Internet Computer is Different: ICP is a true decentralized cloud, designed to host entire apps directly on the blockchain – tamperproof and unstoppable. This required massive R&D.
Why This Matters: This misconception fuels vaporware and erodes trust, as "narratives" overshadow real tech.
Enter "Caffeine" & The "Self-Writing Internet": ICP is launching tools allowing anyone to create sophisticated, sovereign online apps by simply talking to AI. These apps will run fully on the blockchain, demonstrating true "onchain" utility.
Our Goal: To shift Web3's focus back to real technology and utility. Caffeine will empower billions beyond crypto, proving the power of decentralized tech without the baggage.
💥 $ICP is NOT just about to explode — it’s primed to be detonated! Massive whale accumulation, groundbreaking tech breakthroughs, and an unstoppable community fueling a historic surge. Position yourself NOW or miss the rocket ride of a lifetime! 🚀 Follow for daily 🔥 #ICP
We believed in you and locked up for 8 years @dominic_w now within 4 years you have given us something the world has never seen(caffeine.ai) I can’t even imagine what you could deliver in another 4 or say 8 more years ! We love you @dominic_w dfinity great job
Want to explore all the highlights of the World Computer Summit 2025?
Our full #WCS25 recap blog is out now! 🚀
Dive into: ✨ @dominic_w's Caffeine demo & the Self-Writing Internet vision. 🤝 The launch of the #ICP Alliance for enterprise adoption. 🌍 The panel discussions on AI, Web3, digital sovereignty & more. 💡 Ecosystem pitches & the new World Computer Hacker League!
Discover the key insights, relive the energy, and explore how the Internet Computer 2.0 will reshape how we work, communicate, and live.
We’re so excited to share something we’ve been quietly building for the next tech revolution: the Self-Writing Internet.
Introducing Caffeine: just describe the app you want, and Caffeine will build it for you! Want to see it in action? Check out Dominic Williams' Caffeine demo at WCS25 yesterday.
If you’d like to test Caffeine, you can apply for early alpha access now.
In order to be able to process feedback and reiterate quickly, we will release invite codes on a rolling basis.