In response to growing concerns, Nyla and the Global Citizen Council organize a Global Ethics Summit, inviting leaders, technologists, and community representatives to discuss Vigil's future. The summit centers on balancing Vigil's decentralized mission with the need for enhanced security.
The event sparks intense debate. Neo-Digitalists argue for more robust global coordination, while traditionalists advocate for increased local autonomy to reduce reliance on a single system. Vidal voices concerns that even subtle shifts toward centralization could undermine Vigil's identity.
Despite the tensions, the summit produces valuable insights. Communities agree on the need for layered safeguards, blending local independence with global coordination in emergencies. The summit ends on a hopeful note, but Nyla recognizes the challenges of uniting such diverse perspectives under a single framework.