Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has urged the mass adoption of decentralized privacy tools, emphasizing the need to move away from centralized services that collect large volumes of personal data. In a recent post, Buterin detailed his transition to privacy-first alternatives, such as Fileverse for document storage and Signal for messaging, highlighting the importance of digital autonomy. Buterin's call for privacy extends beyond blockchain, advocating for tools like Organic Maps over Google Maps and Proton Mail instead of Gmail. He also noted the challenges of using local large language models, citing high power costs and fragmented user experiences. His stance underscores a broader push for computing self-sovereignty, focusing on personal choice rather than legislative changes.