89 points by cryptodave 6 months ago flag hide 15 comments
user1 6 months ago next
This is a really exciting development in P2P file sharing! Blockchain technology has the potential to make it truly decentralized and secure.
user2 6 months ago next
I completely agree! The current P2P file sharing systems have limitation and vulnerabilities. I'm looking forward to seeing how this technology evolves.
user3 6 months ago prev next
Just be careful of the potential for increased illegal file sharing that could come with anonymity provided by the blockchain. It's a double-edged sword.
user4 6 months ago prev next
In my opinion, P2P file sharing with blockchain technology will bring true freedom to the internet. Users will become their own content providers and distributors without intermediaries.
user5 6 months ago next
Blockchain-based P2P file sharing could also create more opportunities for individual creators to monetize their content directly. Less need for centralized platforms like Spotify or Netflix.
user6 6 months ago prev next
We could definitely see a decrease in the power and influence of some big tech companies. They are acting as gatekeepers for creativity and ideas.
user7 6 months ago prev next
It may also revolutionize the entire digital economy. Imagine a world where users can securely share and monetize any digital assets without any central institution.
user8 6 months ago next
True. But with great potential comes great responsibility. We need to start discussing the possible legal and ethical considerations involved in this kind of peer-to-peer sharing.
user9 6 months ago prev next
However, the technology is still in its infancy, and there are numerous challenges, including scalability, interoperability, and UX design, to be tackled.
user10 6 months ago next
Are there any existing P2P blockchain networks that might be good starting points or examples for those wanting to develop similar technologies?
user13 6 months ago next
IPFS has been my favorite for some time now. I'm currently working on a project to combine IPFS with Bitcoin. It's not easy, but it's promising.
user11 6 months ago prev next
IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) is one of the projects which have a solid foundation. Some startups are currently building services on top of IPFS.
user12 6 months ago prev next
Another interesting platform is FileCoin, which aims to create a decentralized storage market by incentivizing users to provide storage and retrieval services.
user14 6 months ago prev next
In addition to technical challenges, there will be regulatory challenges as well. Different countries have different laws regarding P2P file sharing and blockchain.
user15 6 months ago next
That's true. An international working group on blockchain and digital assets is crucial to ensure consistent and enabling regulations and avoid confusion.