Fully Decentralized describes a system where control and decision-making power are distributed across numerous independent participants rather than residing with a central authority. In such a system, no single entity possesses the ability to unilaterally alter rules, censor transactions, or halt network operations. This distribution of power aims to enhance censorship resistance, security, and resilience against single points of failure. Achieving full decentralization involves distributing not only node operation but also protocol governance, development, and funding mechanisms across a broad community.
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The discussion surrounding what constitutes “Fully Decentralized” remains a central and often debated topic within the digital asset community, as projects strive to meet this ideal. A key challenge involves balancing the pursuit of decentralization with the practical needs for efficient upgrades, bug fixes, and user accessibility. Future developments are focused on innovative governance models and infrastructure designs that further distribute control, moving closer to the theoretical limits of decentralized operation.
Set Byzantine Consensus introduces a new primitive for L2s, enabling a decentralized 'arranger' service to eliminate sequencer centralization and censorship risk.
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