# Decentralized Connectivity Routers The 'Blockchain Router' Makes Internet Activity Anonymous By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-01-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockchain-router References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/decentralized-internet-device/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/profile-deleted/blockchain-router) The 'Blockchain Router' is a new [privacy-focused networking solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockchain-visibility-engine) for consumers who are looking for a simple yet effective way to enhance their connectivity and maintain their security. The [small office/home office (SOHO) router](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-router) allows users to connect to the Internet anonymously and prevent trackers from following their activity or having their information logged. This addresses the increasing weariness that's being felt amongst many consumers who are spending more time than ever online and seeking a way to keep their data private. The 'Blockchain Router' maintains a [slim footprint](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huawei-x3-pro-wifi) to make it suitable for placement on any desk or workstation and can be set up for use in mere moments to increase its accessibility for users of all experience levels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Decentralized Connectivity:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop decentralized networking solutions that prioritize user privacy and security. - **Privacy-focused Networking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create routers that enable internet activity anonymity, addressing the growing consumer concern for online privacy. - **Preventing Online Tracking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design networking solutions that prevent online tracking and logging of user information to enhance data privacy. ### Who This Affects Most - **Networking Hardware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Manufacture routers and networking devices that prioritize user privacy and offer anonymity features. - **Cybersecurity:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Build advanced security measures to protect user data and information from online trackers and privacy breaches. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate privacy-focused networking solutions into consumer electronic devices to enhance user privacy and security. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Secure Gateway Connectivity Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deeper-connect-pico.md) - [Encrypted VPN Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encrypted-vpn-router.md) - [Family-Focused Home Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/synology-wrx560.md) - [Recycled Plastic Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yes.md) - [Faster Blockchain Networks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dual-perigee.md) - [VPN-Integrated Networking Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aircove-wifi-6-vpn-router.md) - [Decentralized Authentication Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blockey-labs.md) - [Smart Home Telecom Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xfi-advanced-gateway.md) - [Dynamic Security Networking Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mesh-networking-systems.md)