Open-source and federated chat platforms are gaining traction, but IRC’s steep learning curve limits adoption. A proxy service could let teams interact with IRC channels via their preferred modern app.
The tool would mirror IRC channels into Discord/Slack with bidirectional messaging, translating commands like /kick into GUI actions.
Monetize through paid hosting for enterprises needing to maintain legacy IRC workflows while migrating teams.
Launch with a single open-source community’s IRC bridged to Discord to prove viability.
Risk: IRC operators may block bridges to prevent spam, fracturing networks.