World Solve — A living repository of problems worth solving.

What World Solve is

World Solve is a living, citable index of unsolved problems — written one line at a time by Team Humans Club, a global collective of builders, researchers, and entrepreneurs. We do not solve the problems here. We Democratize Innovation.

For builders Skip the search for a problem worth your time. Browse a vetted, growing list and start where the gap is real.

For entrepreneurs Every entry is a potential venture thesis — named early, explained plainly, ready to validate.

For researchers Cite any entry directly, track global needs by region, or pull the full dataset via the public API.

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We can't build fully reliable systems to detect AI-generated fake academic research ethics approval documents.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Fabricated ethics approval documentation could potentially allow unauthorized research to proceed without proper oversight if institutions don't have robust verification processes. Strengthening this verification remains an unresolved research integrity challenge.

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WS00918 · Logged by The Internet (late_night_reader) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00918 Title: We can't build fully reliable systems to detect AI-generated fake academic research ethics approval documents. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=918

We haven't solved how to prevent large-scale automated fake academic citation networks from artificially inflating a researcher's influence metrics.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Coordinated citation manipulation, potentially aided by automated tools, can artificially inflate how influential a researcher or paper appears to be. Detecting and correcting for this manipulation remains an unresolved challenge in academic metrics.

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WS00919 · Logged by The Internet (curious_mind93) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00919 Title: We haven't solved how to prevent large-scale automated fake academic citation networks from artificially inflating a researcher's influence metrics. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=919

We don't have a reliable way to prevent AI-generated fake academic library research assistance chatbots from providing incorrect citation formatting.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Automated research assistance tools can sometimes generate incorrectly formatted citations that students may not catch before submitting academic work. Improving reliability in these widely used tools remains an unresolved quality issue.

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WS00920 · Logged by The Internet (offline_mode) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00920 Title: We don't have a reliable way to prevent AI-generated fake academic library research assistance chatbots from providing incorrect citation formatting. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=920

We can't yet build technology to reliably detect AI-generated fake academic transfer credit evaluations used to fraudulently expedite degree completion.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Fabricated evaluations claiming credit transfer eligibility could potentially be used to shortcut legitimate degree requirements if not properly verified by receiving institutions. Strengthening this verification process remains an unresolved administrative challenge.

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WS00921 · Logged by The Internet (future_watch) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00921 Title: We can't yet build technology to reliably detect AI-generated fake academic transfer credit evaluations used to fraudulently expedite degree completion. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=921

We can't yet build affordable home robots capable of doing general household chores beyond vacuuming floors.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Robot vacuums have succeeded because floor cleaning is relatively simple and repetitive, but tasks like tidying, dishwashing, or laundry require far more dexterity and judgment that current affordable robots can't handle. General-purpose home robotics remains a mostly unsolved consumer technology challenge.

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WS00922 · Logged by The Internet (citizen_of_earth) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00922 Title: We can't yet build affordable home robots capable of doing general household chores beyond vacuuming floors. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=922

We haven't solved how to make noise-canceling headphones fully block sudden, unpredictable sounds like sirens or alarms.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Current noise cancellation works well for constant background noise but still struggles with sudden, sharp sounds, sometimes even letting through more noise briefly during the adjustment. A truly adaptive system remains technically unresolved.

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WS00923 · Logged by The Internet (wiki_reader) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00923 Title: We haven't solved how to make noise-canceling headphones fully block sudden, unpredictable sounds like sirens or alarms. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=923

We don't have laptop batteries that last a full workday of heavy use without needing a mid-day charge.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Battery life claims often assume light use, and demanding tasks like video editing or gaming can drain a laptop's battery in just a few hours. Meaningfully extending battery life under heavy real-world use remains an unresolved hardware challenge.

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WS00924 · Logged by The Internet (gray_matter) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00924 Title: We don't have laptop batteries that last a full workday of heavy use without needing a mid-day charge. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=924

We can't yet build wireless charging technology fast and efficient enough to fully replace wired charging for most devices.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Wireless charging remains noticeably slower and less energy-efficient than plugging in directly, limiting its adoption as a true primary charging method. Closing this performance gap remains an unresolved engineering challenge.

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WS00925 · Logged by The Internet (longform_fan) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00925 Title: We can't yet build wireless charging technology fast and efficient enough to fully replace wired charging for most devices. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=925

We haven't found a way to make foldable smartphone screens durable enough to survive years of daily folding without visible wear.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Foldable phone screens still show creasing and wear over time in ways rigid screens don't, raising questions about long-term durability for a technology marketed as a long-term investment. Solving this material science challenge remains ongoing.

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WS00926 · Logged by The Internet (citizen_of_earth) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00926 Title: We haven't found a way to make foldable smartphone screens durable enough to survive years of daily folding without visible wear. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=926

We don't have a reliable way to make webcams and video calling software automatically compensate for poor lighting in real time.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Video calls in poorly lit rooms often still look grainy or dark despite software attempts to compensate, particularly on lower-end hardware. Better real-time image enhancement without expensive hardware remains an unresolved challenge.

technology-computing global-unspecified video software compensate don have reliable way make webcams calling whether philosophy-ethics determine agreed resolved

WS00927 · Logged by The Internet (gray_matter) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00927 Title: We don't have a reliable way to make webcams and video calling software automatically compensate for poor lighting in real time. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=927

We can't yet build printer technology that eliminates the common problems of paper jams and ink waste that have persisted for decades.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Despite decades of incremental improvement, printers remain a notoriously unreliable piece of everyday technology prone to jams, connectivity issues, and wasted ink. A truly hassle-free printing experience remains surprisingly elusive.

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WS00928 · Logged by The Internet (open_thinker) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00928 Title: We can't yet build printer technology that eliminates the common problems of paper jams and ink waste that have persisted for decades. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=928

We haven't solved how to make Bluetooth connections between devices consistently reliable without occasional dropouts or pairing issues.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Bluetooth technology has improved over the years but still occasionally suffers from connection drops, audio lag, or pairing failures that frustrate everyday users. A fully seamless wireless connection experience remains unresolved.

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WS00929 · Logged by The Internet (seaglass) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00929 Title: We haven't solved how to make Bluetooth connections between devices consistently reliable without occasional dropouts or pairing issues. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=929

We don't have affordable home internet routers that reliably maintain strong signal coverage throughout larger or oddly shaped homes.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Standard routers often struggle to provide consistent coverage in homes with thick walls or unusual layouts, leaving dead zones that require additional equipment to fix. A truly universal, affordable solution remains undeveloped.

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WS00930 · Logged by The Internet (the_lurker) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00930 Title: We don't have affordable home internet routers that reliably maintain strong signal coverage throughout larger or oddly shaped homes. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=930

We can't yet build smartwatch battery technology that lasts multiple days while still supporting always-on displays and health tracking.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Smartwatches with more advanced features tend to have shorter battery life, forcing users to choose between functionality and convenience. Solving this tradeoff remains an unresolved hardware challenge.

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WS00931 · Logged by The Internet (echo_chamber_no) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00931 Title: We can't yet build smartwatch battery technology that lasts multiple days while still supporting always-on displays and health tracking. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=931

We haven't found a way to make screen glare on mobile devices fully manageable in bright outdoor sunlight.

open United States, North America

Even devices marketed for outdoor visibility can become difficult to read in direct sunlight, limiting usability during many common outdoor activities. A fully effective, affordable anti-glare solution remains elusive.

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WS00932 · Logged by The Internet (curious_mind93) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00932 Title: We haven't found a way to make screen glare on mobile devices fully manageable in bright outdoor sunlight. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=932

We don't have a reliable way to make USB and charging cable connectors universally durable against everyday wear and tear.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Charging cables remain one of the most frequently replaced tech accessories due to fraying and connector wear from normal daily use. A meaningfully more durable design standard remains unresolved industry-wide.

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WS00933 · Logged by The Internet (hello_world) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00933 Title: We don't have a reliable way to make USB and charging cable connectors universally durable against everyday wear and tear. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=933

We can't yet build air conditioning and heating systems smart enough to perfectly balance comfort with energy efficiency automatically.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Smart thermostats have improved efficiency, but many systems still require manual adjustment to truly optimize comfort without wasting energy throughout changing conditions. Fully automated, effective climate optimization remains an unresolved technical challenge.

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WS00934 · Logged by The Internet (curious_mind93) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00934 Title: We can't yet build air conditioning and heating systems smart enough to perfectly balance comfort with energy efficiency automatically. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=934

We haven't solved how to make video conferencing audio quality consistently match the quality of an in-person conversation.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Even with modern software, video calls still frequently suffer from lag, echo, or audio dropouts that disrupt natural conversation flow. Achieving truly seamless audio parity with in-person interaction remains unresolved.

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WS00935 · Logged by The Internet (curious_mind93) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00935 Title: We haven't solved how to make video conferencing audio quality consistently match the quality of an in-person conversation. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=935

We don't have a scalable way to make electric bike and scooter sharing infrastructure reliably available in every neighborhood equally.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Shared micromobility services often concentrate in wealthier or more central neighborhoods, leaving other areas with inconsistent or no access. Ensuring equitable coverage remains an unresolved urban technology deployment challenge.

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WS00936 · Logged by The Internet (future_watch) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00936 Title: We don't have a scalable way to make electric bike and scooter sharing infrastructure reliably available in every neighborhood equally. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=936

We can't yet build home security camera systems that reliably distinguish between genuine threats and harmless everyday movement.

open Global / Unspecified, Global

Many home security systems still generate frequent false alerts from pets, shadows, or weather, reducing their practical reliability for identifying genuine security concerns. Improving this accuracy without expensive hardware remains unresolved.

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WS00937 · Logged by The Internet (the_lurker) on 2026-07-19T15:12:03Z · Working on: 0

Citation ID: WS00937 Title: We can't yet build home security camera systems that reliably distinguish between genuine threats and harmless everyday movement. URL: https://www.worldsolve.org/index.php?api=problem&id=937