Topic: [ANN] Ockams: A new crypto-powered ecosystem where AI is the IP - page 2. (Read 2352 times)
August 26, 2024, 05:59:52 PM
SCAMMING 101
August 26, 2024, 04:19:50 PM
August 22, 2024, 10:12:54 AM
Yes, we know. Just wanted to give everyone a heads up.
August 20, 2024, 04:29:09 AM
Please note, details for private round are only available via team account on Discord.
All other inquiries are not to be taken as legitimate. Thanks & be safe!
All other inquiries are not to be taken as legitimate. Thanks & be safe!
August 19, 2024, 09:20:49 AM
We are proud to announce our testnet Android app is now available!
https://[Suspicious link removed]/ockamsapp
Early investors are given priority access.
If interested in supporting our project, come by https://discord.gg/dwj2ynqhGw and team will accommodate.
https://[Suspicious link removed]/ockamsapp
Early investors are given priority access.
If interested in supporting our project, come by https://discord.gg/dwj2ynqhGw and team will accommodate.
August 06, 2024, 07:13:21 PM
Thank you, more to come!
Public testnet on Android app coming soon... 
Thanks cetiss, everyone is always welcome to come to the Discord and ask questions.
https://discord.gg/dwj2ynqhGw
Have a great weekend everyone!
https://discord.gg/dwj2ynqhGw
Have a great weekend everyone!
Xana's Proof-of-Participation (PoP) will verify cell phones to qualify for token distribution.
Here’s how it works:
Key Generation:
Each participant (e.g., cell phone owner) generates a key pair (private key, public key) when downloading Xana mobile app.
The public key is shared within the network, while the private key remains confidential.
Input Collection:
The unique identifier of the cell phone (IMEI number or other unique identifier) is used as the input for the VRF.
This identifier will be combined with a timestamp to prevent replay attacks and ensure freshness.
Random Output Generation:
Each participant uses their private key and the unique identifier to generate a random output and a proof using the VRF.
The function will look like: ( \text{VRF}_{\text{PrivateKey}}(\text{IMEI} + \text{Nonce}) ).
Distribution Calculation:
The random output determines the winner of tokens each block.
The distribution algorithm ensures fairness (lottery-based).
Verification:
Anyone in the network can use the proof to verify the legitimacy of the random output and the token distribution.
The verification ensures that the distribution is fair and cannot be manipulated by the participants.
Consensus Mechanism:
Participants collectively agree on the token distribution by verifying the VRF outputs and proofs.
The consensus protocol ensures that the distribution is transparent and tamper-proof.
Key Advantages:
Security: The use of VRFs ensure that the distribution is unpredictable and cannot be manipulated.
Fairness: Using unique identifiers like IMEI numbers ensures that every participant has an equal opportunity
Transparency: The verifiability of VRF outputs allows for transparent and trustless verification by anyone in the network.
Decentralization: No central authority is required to manage the distribution, making the process decentralized.
Considerations:
Privacy: ZKPs are being considered to protect IMEI numbers so that they are used in a privacy-preserving manner.
Scalability: Xana protocol is scalable to handle a large number of participants.
Security of Private Keys: Participants must securely manage their private keys to prevent unauthorized access.
By leveraging VRFs and cell phone unique identifiers, Xana consensus protocol fairly distributes tokens over time, enhancing the security and fairness of the network.
Here’s how it works:
Key Generation:
Each participant (e.g., cell phone owner) generates a key pair (private key, public key) when downloading Xana mobile app.
The public key is shared within the network, while the private key remains confidential.
Input Collection:
The unique identifier of the cell phone (IMEI number or other unique identifier) is used as the input for the VRF.
This identifier will be combined with a timestamp to prevent replay attacks and ensure freshness.
Random Output Generation:
Each participant uses their private key and the unique identifier to generate a random output and a proof using the VRF.
The function will look like: ( \text{VRF}_{\text{PrivateKey}}(\text{IMEI} + \text{Nonce}) ).
Distribution Calculation:
The random output determines the winner of tokens each block.
The distribution algorithm ensures fairness (lottery-based).
Verification:
Anyone in the network can use the proof to verify the legitimacy of the random output and the token distribution.
The verification ensures that the distribution is fair and cannot be manipulated by the participants.
Consensus Mechanism:
Participants collectively agree on the token distribution by verifying the VRF outputs and proofs.
The consensus protocol ensures that the distribution is transparent and tamper-proof.
Key Advantages:
Security: The use of VRFs ensure that the distribution is unpredictable and cannot be manipulated.
Fairness: Using unique identifiers like IMEI numbers ensures that every participant has an equal opportunity
Transparency: The verifiability of VRF outputs allows for transparent and trustless verification by anyone in the network.
Decentralization: No central authority is required to manage the distribution, making the process decentralized.
Considerations:
Privacy: ZKPs are being considered to protect IMEI numbers so that they are used in a privacy-preserving manner.
Scalability: Xana protocol is scalable to handle a large number of participants.
Security of Private Keys: Participants must securely manage their private keys to prevent unauthorized access.
By leveraging VRFs and cell phone unique identifiers, Xana consensus protocol fairly distributes tokens over time, enhancing the security and fairness of the network.
there's a good litepaper on their website xana.org
also a ton of info in the discord bro
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i copied from #technology channel:
xChain’s Two-Layer Cryptographic System
Cryptographic Framework:
Our protocol utilizes VRFs to provide secure, random number generation that is essential for cryptographic guarantees. The two-layer system involves the creation and management of node operator & end user participation keys, enhancing the security and reliability of the network.
Ephemeral Key Generation:
Both archival nodes and mobile end users can generate ephemeral cryptographic keys, referred to as “alpha strings.” These keys are linked to unique hardware identifiers such as IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) and MAC (Media Access Control) addresses. This linkage ensures the validity of each participant’s physical hardware within the network.
Proof-of-Participation (PoP):
The participation keys are utilized to validate PoP. The Xana consensus mechanism is designed to confirm active and legitimate participation in the network. This validation process helps maintain the integrity and security of the network by ensuring that only genuine users can participate in consensus activities and limits the advantages of operating a bot network.
Network Scaling:
As the network scales, both in terms of nodes and user base, the protocol naturally adjusts its difficulty. This adjustment is expressed in the block reward lottery mechanism, where increasing protocol difficulty raises the cost for potential malicious activities, thereby discouraging such behaviors.
also a ton of info in the discord bro
. i copied from #technology channel:
xChain’s Two-Layer Cryptographic System
Cryptographic Framework:
Our protocol utilizes VRFs to provide secure, random number generation that is essential for cryptographic guarantees. The two-layer system involves the creation and management of node operator & end user participation keys, enhancing the security and reliability of the network.
Ephemeral Key Generation:
Both archival nodes and mobile end users can generate ephemeral cryptographic keys, referred to as “alpha strings.” These keys are linked to unique hardware identifiers such as IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) and MAC (Media Access Control) addresses. This linkage ensures the validity of each participant’s physical hardware within the network.
Proof-of-Participation (PoP):
The participation keys are utilized to validate PoP. The Xana consensus mechanism is designed to confirm active and legitimate participation in the network. This validation process helps maintain the integrity and security of the network by ensuring that only genuine users can participate in consensus activities and limits the advantages of operating a bot network.
Network Scaling:
As the network scales, both in terms of nodes and user base, the protocol naturally adjusts its difficulty. This adjustment is expressed in the block reward lottery mechanism, where increasing protocol difficulty raises the cost for potential malicious activities, thereby discouraging such behaviors.
It would be great if you provided more details about your project here. You should provide us with more information than just links to unverified and less than transparent documents.
If you would like a sneak peak of our internal testnet, drop by the Karma Discord https://discord.gg/dwj2ynqhGw
We are working on developing our android app for public testnet. Exciting times!
Karma Community
We are working on developing our android app for public testnet. Exciting times!
Karma Community
Confirmed, we have a private beta, followed by a public testnet in a week or so!
http://66.94.125.182/explorer/home
http://66.94.125.182/explorer/home
just saw update on twitter, looks like public beta is comign soon
dont sleep yall
dont sleep yall
Ockams Protocol Update:
Development is proceeding. Team will likely will have an internal devnet next week!
http://66.94.125.182/explorer/home
Once completed, we will have an incentivized testnet for community and on our way to the fairest token distribution since Bitcoin BTC
Community is growing steadily, join us https://discord.gg/XJUW29tvdJ
Or engage with us on twitter: https://x.com/ockams
Thanks for your continued support and interest everyone
Development is proceeding. Team will likely will have an internal devnet next week!
http://66.94.125.182/explorer/home
Once completed, we will have an incentivized testnet for community and on our way to the fairest token distribution since Bitcoin BTC
Community is growing steadily, join us https://discord.gg/XJUW29tvdJ
Or engage with us on twitter: https://x.com/ockams
Thanks for your continued support and interest everyone
cool stuff guys. saw twitter tagline, fairest block reward distribution since Bitcoin
that would be game changing
nevermind, found this in the discord https://discord.gg/XJUW29tvdJ
Xana’s VRF (Verifiable Random Function) consensus mechanism is integral to its Proof-of-Participation (PoP) protocol.
Here’s how it works:
Selection: VRF is used to randomly and securely select a subset of cells (nodes) to propose and validate blocks. No stake is required, ensuring fairness and inclusivity.
Block Proposers: Selected cells propose new blocks. The selection is random and verifiable, ensuring no single entity can predict or manipulate the process.
Block Validation: Another subset of cells, also selected via VRF, validates the proposed blocks. This two-step process ensures that the block is valid and adheres to the network rules.
Finalization: Once a block is proposed and validated, it is added to the blockchain. The process repeats, maintaining a fair, decentralized and secure network.
Advantages:
Security: The randomness and verifiability of VRF ensure that the selection process is secure and resistant to manipulation.
Decentralization: By allowing anyone to participate, Xana ensures a high level of decentralization.
Efficiency: The use of VRF and PoP allows for quick consensus and high transaction throughput.
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that would be game changing
nevermind, found this in the discord https://discord.gg/XJUW29tvdJ
Xana’s VRF (Verifiable Random Function) consensus mechanism is integral to its Proof-of-Participation (PoP) protocol.
Here’s how it works:
Selection: VRF is used to randomly and securely select a subset of cells (nodes) to propose and validate blocks. No stake is required, ensuring fairness and inclusivity.
Block Proposers: Selected cells propose new blocks. The selection is random and verifiable, ensuring no single entity can predict or manipulate the process.
Block Validation: Another subset of cells, also selected via VRF, validates the proposed blocks. This two-step process ensures that the block is valid and adheres to the network rules.
Finalization: Once a block is proposed and validated, it is added to the blockchain. The process repeats, maintaining a fair, decentralized and secure network.
Advantages:
Security: The randomness and verifiability of VRF ensure that the selection process is secure and resistant to manipulation.
Decentralization: By allowing anyone to participate, Xana ensures a high level of decentralization.
Efficiency: The use of VRF and PoP allows for quick consensus and high transaction throughput.
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Thank you for your interest. We are working on a Q3 devnet. In the meantime, we are sharing project for feedback.
Join us and provide your perspective. Constructive conversations are happening.
https://discord.gg/y5uhabCRea
Happy Halving Day. Join us for a celebration
It has happened. Block reward reduced
Xana will be the first fairly distributed blockchain since Bitcoin. Read more about our "Proof of Participation" lottery via VRFs
https://docsend.com/view/5frhfza5b68dyatv
Excellent feedback and support from this community. The team is more than inspired and motivated in pursuit of our mission. Stay tuned!
Come discuss future of crypto https://docsend.com/view/5frhfza5b68dyatv
We just got Xana Foundation verified on twitter (gold check mark) and will provide weekly updates!
Please follow us https://twitter.com/xanaorg
Also, community is forming fast on Discord: https://discord.gg/zdyczVf3vf
Xana Team
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Join us and provide your perspective. Constructive conversations are happening.
https://discord.gg/y5uhabCRea
Happy Halving Day. Join us for a celebration
It has happened. Block reward reduced
Xana will be the first fairly distributed blockchain since Bitcoin. Read more about our "Proof of Participation" lottery via VRFs
https://docsend.com/view/5frhfza5b68dyatv
Excellent feedback and support from this community. The team is more than inspired and motivated in pursuit of our mission. Stay tuned!
Come discuss future of crypto https://docsend.com/view/5frhfza5b68dyatv
We just got Xana Foundation verified on twitter (gold check mark) and will provide weekly updates!
Please follow us https://twitter.com/xanaorg
Also, community is forming fast on Discord: https://discord.gg/zdyczVf3vf
Xana Team
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This project has only one well-written homework and not a single line of code to begin with! What is the purpose? Looking for developer support or just sharing an idea? Give a little more information.
Why discord invite is not working on your website ?
There is 20 page litepaper on hosted on docsend.
https://docsend.com/v/b4bcc/xanaorg
Happy to respond to any questions after review.
https://docsend.com/v/b4bcc/xanaorg
Happy to respond to any questions after review.
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