TOKEN2049 - Building The Trust Layer Of The Internet What Does It Take - Mance Harmon (Hashgraph)
Join Mance Harmon, Co-Founder of Hedera Hashgraph, as he delivers an insightful keynote at TOKEN2049. In this compelling talk, Harmon shares the transformative journey of Hashgraph, highlighting key developments and future aspirations in building a trust layer for the internet. From concept inception in 2012 to the anticipated launch of the Hedera network, Harmon delves into overcoming fundamental obstacles such as performance, stability, security, and governance in public distributed ledger technology.
Harmon explores Dr. Lehman Baird’s visionary architecture of a decentralized cyberspace that offers unprecedented speed and security without third-party interference. He details Hashgraph’s asynchronous Byzantine fault tolerance, designed to achieve theoretical security maxima while maintaining high-performance levels. The session also addresses pressing industry challenges like network hard forking, governance complexities, and the necessity for a stable, trustworthy platform to support enterprise-grade applications.
Crucially, Harmon outlines the sophisticated structure of the Hedera Governing Council—composed of 39 diverse, high-caliber members globally distributed across sectors to ensure robust, inclusive decision-making. This governance structure allows for strategic oversight, preventing network forking while emphasizing transparency and sustainability through legal controls.
As Hedera Hashgraph gears up for its public network launch, Harmon reiterates its potential to revolutionize digital transactions by offering a sustainable, stable, and scalable platform. Whether you are a developer, enterprise, or tech enthusiast, this talk illustrates the potential of decentralized technology to reshape global digital interactions.
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