StreetCred

StreetCred is an open-data initiative and toolset designed to help local businesses establish a digital presence on global maps without requiring technical expertise. Originally launched as a decentralized map data marketplace, it has evolved into a suite of tools that allow community members and business owners to "vibe-code" their own local business registries. The platform uses AI to verify the accuracy of crowdsourced data—such as operating hours, accessibility features, and contact information—against public records and user-submitted photos. For small businesses in underserved areas that are often "invisible" to major search engines, StreetCred provides a "digital identity" that increases their discoverability and economic viability. The tool emphasizes open data, ensuring that the information collected is contributed back to projects like OpenStreetMap rather than being locked in a proprietary silo. It encourages local "mapathons" where residents compete to add the most accurate data about their neighborhood’s commercial landscape.