Decentralized data access refers to a system where information can be accessed and verified without relying on a single, central authority. Instead, data is distributed across a network, and participants can retrieve it directly from multiple nodes. This approach enhances censorship resistance, security, and transparency compared to centralized models. It is a fundamental aspect of many blockchain and Web3 applications.
Context
Discussions around decentralized data access are central to the ethos of blockchain technology, with news frequently reporting on projects building decentralized storage solutions, peer-to-peer data sharing protocols, or verifiable data marketplaces. The ongoing challenge involves balancing the benefits of decentralization with the need for efficient and performant data retrieval. Regulatory bodies also examine how decentralized data access impacts data privacy and ownership.
The Portal upgrade re-architects the data layer, replacing unreliable RPC bottlenecks with decentralized, real-time streaming for superior dApp performance.
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