About this episode
Can technology help strengthen democracy?
Around the world, voter participation continues to decline, raising important questions about trust, accessibility, and civic engagement. While millions of people are eligible to vote, many never cast a ballot, highlighting the need for new approaches that make democratic participation more accessible and inclusive.
In this episode of From Garage to Growth, we sit down with Matias Nso Roca, founder and CEO of Kuorum, to explore how secure digital participation platforms are helping organisations, institutions, and governments modernise the way people engage in democratic decision-making.
Rethinking Democratic Participation
Voting is only one part of a healthy democracy.
Matias explains why increasing civic engagement requires more than encouraging people to vote every few years. We discuss how technology can help create more frequent, meaningful interactions between citizens and institutions.
Building Trust Through Technology
When it comes to digital voting, security and trust are everything.
Matias shares how Kuorum approaches secure online participation, the importance of transparency, and the challenges of designing technology that people can trust when making important decisions.
The Future of Online Voting
Digital participation has the potential to make democratic processes more accessible, but it also raises important questions about cybersecurity, identity verification, and public confidence.
We explore the opportunities and challenges of online voting, and what it will take for digital democracy to become more widely adopted.
Entrepreneurship in Civic Technology
Building a civic technology company is very different from building a traditional startup.
Matias reflects on the challenges of working with governments and public institutions, balancing innovation with regulation, and creating products that serve the public interest.
Advice for Founders
Drawing on his experience building Kuorum, Matias shares lessons on solving complex societal problems, building trust with customers, and creating technology with lasting impact.
Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, public policy, civic technology, or the future of democracy, this episode offers valuable insights into how innovation can help strengthen democratic participation.
About the Guest
Matias Nso Roca is the founder and CEO of Kuorum, a civic technology company developing secure digital participation and online voting solutions that help organisations, institutions, and governments engage citizens more effectively.