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submitted 1 year ago by 0x815@feddit.de to c/technology@beehaw.org

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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[-] Quexotic@beehaw.org 8 points 1 year ago

So, if I understand that correctly, the user is now the target instead. Is that better?

[-] slacktoid@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago

user endpoints are always going to the point of failure. Blockchain or not. I think even the matrix foundation peeps mentioned something like that.

[-] Quexotic@beehaw.org 2 points 1 year ago

Valid point. I feel uncomfortable with the shift of focus this should bring. I'll just put it that way.

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