Author: Allen Piscitello 2015-02-12 18:37:32
Published on: 2015-02-12T18:37:32+00:00
The email thread discusses the use of a patch called 'replace-by-fee' and its impact on zero-confirm transactions. Oleg Andreev argues that zero-conf transactions are unsafe and alternative solutions like greenaddress and micropayment channels should be explored. Justus Ranvier suggests that instead of wasting time debating, people should focus on building a decentralized clearing network. However, the discussion ignores the fact that proposed solutions for instant payments may reduce privacy or security. Additionally, there is no mention of child-pays-for-parent achieving the aims of the original proposal without introducing incentives to double spend or forcing people into privacy/security sacrifices. The email ends with a signature promoting online privacy through email encryption and a message about parallel programming.
Updated on: 2023-06-09T16:56:15.628451+00:00