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Will An Ethereum ETF Get Approved? | Weekly Roundup
May 21, 2024
This podcast discusses the potential approval of an Ethereum ETF, challenges in launching high valuation tokens with low floats, startup funding dynamics, community approaches in crypto, engineering feats in blockchain protocols, and the operation of validator nodes.
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- Businesses running validators on Solana can impact network security and decentralization.
- Delegating stake to third-party validators raises concerns about centralization and technical competence.
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Decentralization on Solana Network Through Validators and LSTs
Validators on Solana can be run by businesses or other entities, providing benefits to the network based on how engaged they are. The concept of businesses running validators adds a dimension of profit-driven motives. The involvement of businesses such as drip in running validators and LSTs presents some concerns regarding decentralization, especially if these entities are not directly managing the nodes. The relationship between front-facing entities and node operators raises questions about who truly represents network values and how this dynamic impacts decentralization and security.
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