The purpose of building Beloud, a news social network app, is to provide a secure and verified app for individuals around the world to access news and connect with one another. With an increasing amount of misinformation being spread through traditional and social media, Beloud seeks to create a safe space where users can trust the accuracy of the news they are reading and engage in meaningful conversations with like-minded individuals. By providing a personalized newsfeed, local and breaking news updates, and advanced chat features, Beloud encourages an informed and connected global community.