CryptoNote
CryptoNote is an application layer protocol that aims to solve specific problems identified in Bitcoin.[1] Namely:
- Traceability of transactions
- The proof-of-work function
- Irregular emission
- Hardcoded constants
- Bulky scripts
| Original author(s) | Nicolas van Saberhagen |
|---|---|
| Repository |  |
| Written in | C++ |
| Operating system | Windows, Unix-like, OS X |
| Type | Cryptocurrency, anonymity |
| License | MIT License |
| Website | cryptonote |
The protocol powers several decentralized privacy-oriented cryptocurrencies.[2]
Nothing is known about the original author of CryptoNote, "Nicolas van Saberhagen."[3]
See also
References
- "CryptoNote v 2.0" (PDF). cryptonote.org. Retrieved 2018-12-21.
- "Forkmaps". forkmaps. Retrieved 2019-03-21.
- "Meet North Korea and Lana Del Rey's new favorite cryptocurrency". The Daily Dot. 2018-02-09. Retrieved 2018-12-21.
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