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EXCLUSIVE: Lawyers call Bitcoin Core v30 CSAM concerns ‘overblown’

Bitcoin Knots supporters have argued in recent months that a change in an upcoming release of Bitcoin Core could open node operators up to legal attacks. The basic argument is that OP_RETURN outputs larger than 83 bytes, which will be relayed by default in Bitcoin Core version 30, will allow users to upload illegal content, such as child sexual assault material (CSAM), into the mempools of Bitcoin nodes. While the potential for attackers to upload CSAM to the blockchain is far from a newly-discovered attack vector, Knots proponents make the case that the general acceptance of larger OP_RETURN transactions on the network changes the implicit nature of operating a full node and creates a stronger case of liability for full node operators. This is a point of view that has been shared by many individuals associated with the bitcoin (BTC) mining pool Ocean, which has been the strongest proponent of Bitcoin Knots node software up to this point. Ocean founder and Knots mainta...

How Blockchain is Reshaping the Metaverse

Blockchain technology is playing a pivotal role in the development of the Metaverse, a virtual world where people interact, socialize, and transact in immersive digital environments. By providing decentralized, transparent, and secure infrastructure, blockchain is reshaping how users engage with the Metaverse. One of the key contributions is the concept of ownership . Blockchain enables true ownership of digital assets, such as virtual land, NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens), and in-game items. These assets are verified and recorded on a blockchain, ensuring that users have control over their digital possessions without relying on a central authority. This creates an economy within the Metaverse, where users can buy, sell, and trade assets securely. Additionally, blockchain facilitates interoperability between different Metaverse platforms. Assets and identities can be transferred across virtual worlds, promoting a seamless and unified user experience. It also supports the creation of decent...

SecretDAO votes to restructure foundation after public spat between organizations

The new foundation will be governed by a board of 3 or more members, and no organization will hold more than one seat. The DAO that governs privacy-focused Blockchain Secret Network (SCRT) has voted to restructure its Secret Foundation as a non-profit with a “transparent operation,” according to the proposal’s official page. Congrats to the #SecretNetwork community! The Secret Foundation has been restructure d as an NPO, with a community-elected board & amendments requested by the founder. # Blockchain #cryptocurrency — Krypton AI (@KryptonAi) February 10, 2023 The proposal stated that the new foundation “will be registered as an NPO [non-profit organization] and provide an annual account of its activities, including key performance indicators (KPIs), budgets, and goals.” The foundation will be run by a board made up of three or more community members. No single organization will be allowed to hold more than two seats on the board, according to the proposal. It passed wit...