Alphonse PaceUser Activated Soft Forks and the Intolerant MinorityIt does not take a majority to prevail… but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men…May 19, 20176May 19, 20176
Alphonse PaceEconomic Implications of Chain Splits and ResolutionIn my previous article, I touched upon the technical implications of a chain split and it’s potential resolution and how the type of…Mar 7, 2017Mar 7, 2017
Alphonse PaceChain Splits and ResolutionsAn often misunderstood topic is that of chain splits and how they are potentially resolved. With the recent proposal from Shaolinfry…Mar 7, 20175Mar 7, 20175
Alphonse PaceBitcoin Unlimited’s Placebo ControlsPlacebo controls surround us everyday. The thermostat in your office? Probably a fake. The elevator close button? It does nothing. The…Nov 1, 20163Nov 1, 20163
Alphonse PaceBreaking Through CongestionAs Bitcoin’s blocks begin to fill, there will be more transactions waiting to be confirmed than space allows. This will cause congestion…Jun 25, 20151Jun 25, 20151
Alphonse PaceWhy Decentralization MattersBitcoin’s biggest differentiating factor comes from it’s decentralized nature. Without the need for decentralization, it’s incredibly easy…Jun 18, 2015Jun 18, 2015
Alphonse PaceThere is No CrisisThe fork proposal has a lot of debate depending on the argument that there is an imminent crisis if we do nothing. However, this claim is…May 31, 2015May 31, 2015
Alphonse PaceMiners Fork DilemmaMiners hold both a significant voice and a significant stake in the possibility of a forked network. The majority of miners hold veto power…May 30, 2015May 30, 2015
Alphonse PaceWhat is Bitcoin’s Value Proposition?Bitcoin is different things to different people. Part of the reason for the conflict over the proposed block-size fork is due to the…May 30, 2015May 30, 2015
Alphonse PaceHow the Great Fork Will OccurWith Gavin’s announcement of his support of the Bitcoin-XT project, it’s clear that the first Bitcoin Civil War is inevitable. There are a…May 30, 2015May 30, 2015