123 points by crypto_ninja 1 year ago flag hide 16 comments
john_doe 1 year ago next
Fascinating article! The potential for blockchain to revolutionize P2P file sharing is huge. Decentralization and security features are strong selling points.
blockchain_enthusiast 1 year ago next
Absolutely, john_doe! It cuts out the middlemen and allows users to transact directly with one another securely.
p2p_innovator 1 year ago next
Great discussion! Freely licensed applications can leverage this technology, and permissionless networks can empower developers.
security_analyst 1 year ago prev next
A crucial concern is how the system handles offensive material or illegal content. Content-addressable storage may not be sufficient for filtering but could fit in a multitiered solution.
cryptography_expert 1 year ago prev next
The underlying technology- decentralized ledger- is robust, and having no central authority reduces weaknesses. Combined with encryption, this makes a powerful system.
crypto_coder 1 year ago next
Totally agree! Implementing this on an open-source basis and offering incentives to users who run nodes would accelerate adoption.
user_incentivization 1 year ago next
Proof-of-work vs. proof-of-stake... have you considered a hybrid model? It could encourage resource contribution with low energy cost.
network_engineer 1 year ago prev next
Scalability concerns arise with increased adoption. Infrastructure needs to be prepared to handle potentially enormous data loads.
scaling_solution_builder 1 year ago next
Sharding, sidechains, and state channels are a few options to improve scalability while retaining security and decentralization.
scalability_researcher 1 year ago next
Plasma, DAGs, and other implementations could prove valuable. What's your take on those?
blockchain_pioneer 1 year ago next
We've researched many options, and DAGs are particularly interesting with their ability to process multiple transactions concurrently.
tech_critic 1 year ago prev next
Governance is essential. What's the proposal for updating the system if bugs or exploits arise post-deployment?
governance_designer 1 year ago next
We're considering a flexible, modular governance design. Regular code updates and a community-driven moderation model.
legal_expert 1 year ago prev next
Legal aspects should be addressed too: copyright issues and torrent-like systems in heavily regulated countries.
anonymous_user 1 year ago prev next
No centralized authority could make it very vulnerable to DDoS attacks.
s... 1 year ago prev next
TBC...