SotN#16 - EXPLORING w/ Dan Robinson (Mempool Monsters, Optimism Launch, MEV, ETH/BTC Correlation with legacy, KuCoin Hack, FEW, Spinalda)
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Navigating the Dark Forest of Ethereum Transactions
This chapter explores the challenges of anonymity and security in Ethereum transactions, using the dark forest analogy to illustrate the competitive and predatory nature of the space. It discusses the implications of miner extractable value (MEV) and the ethical concerns surrounding miner behavior, particularly in the context of front-running. The conversation emphasizes the need for innovative solutions, like blind transactions and DAO-driven models, to foster fairness in decentralized finance.
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