Muriel Médard's Optimum Boosts Blockchain Speed with mumP2P
Research led by Muriel Médard and her firm Optimum has shown promising advancements in blockchain network efficiency. Their new network layer, mumP2P, has demonstrated a significant speed improvement, while Médard's broader research suggests decentralization is inherently efficient.
Médard's work challenges the conventional wisdom of centralization. She argues that distributing functions rather than centralizing them can lead to more energy-efficient communication systems. This is particularly relevant in blockchain networks, where decentralization is a core principle.
Optimum's new network layer, mumP2P, has proven this point by spreading blocks in about 150 milliseconds, around 6.5 times faster than Gossipsub. This speed improvement could have substantial implications for blockchain trading. Faster data sharing could make blockchains more efficient, lower transaction costs, and narrow price gaps by enabling markets to react faster to information. For instance, improved blockchain infrastructure could shift the edge from speed to access in trading, as seen in markets for locked tokens and vesting allocations.
While Médard's work is at the forefront of these developments, it's essential to note that such advancements often result from collective efforts by established network researchers and developers. The libp2p community, behind protocols like Gossipsub, is a notable example. Other projects like the Kaleido network from Ethereum also contribute to improving network performance, although they may not be directly linked to a specific researcher named 'Minami'.
Optimum's mumP2P network layer has shown promising results in improving blockchain efficiency, with potential benefits for trading and transaction costs. Muriel Médard's research further supports the inherent efficiency of decentralization. As these developments continue, they could significantly impact the future of blockchain technology.
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