Give 7B people an instant physical address

In plain words

What3words is a system that assigns a unique three-word phrase to every 3-meter square on Earth, creating a simple way to identify precise physical locations. It's useful for anyone needing to communicate an exact address, including delivery services, emergency responders, and travelers in areas without formal street addresses. The service converts geographic coordinates into memorable word combinations, making location sharing more accessible than traditional latitude-longitude references.

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