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Shielded Transactions | Who Should Control Your Privacy? (with Whyrusleeping)

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Sep 29, 2022
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ADVICE

Cryptocurrency Privacy Awareness

  • Be aware that most cryptocurrencies are not private and transactions are permanently recorded.
  • Use privacy-preserving systems like Zcash if practical.
INSIGHT

Information Asymmetry and Competition

  • Public blockchains create information asymmetry, potentially giving established companies an advantage.
  • This can deter new businesses from adopting blockchain technology.
ANECDOTE

Constitution DAO Example

  • The Constitution DAO's public blockchain treasury exposed their maximum bid, leading to them being outbid.
  • This illustrates the vulnerability of transparent transactions in competitive scenarios.
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