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A decentralized, blockchain-based messaging network for safer communications (techxplore.com)
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Researchers from several institutes worldwide recently developed Quarks, a new, decentralized messaging network based on blockchain technology. Their proposed system could overcome the limitations of most commonly used messaging platforms, allowing users to retain control over their personal data and other information they share online.

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[–] 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

I would beg to differ. It seems to be pretty useful for Software development. After all git repos are Blockchains. That being said: use a solution that fits your problem, don't try to adapt a problen to your solution. Thats something a lot of the crypto- or AI-bros are apparently misunderstanding

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  • [–] 13 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    After all git repos are Blockchains

    No, git repos are merkle trees. Blockchains happen to build on merkle trees. Git is not blockchain.

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  • [–] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

    I suppose it depends on how exactly you define a blockchain. If you add distributed consensus algorithms and a requirement for BFT resistance, then it clearly isnt. Its the usual issue with definition...

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