From 99bc3b35ac8b91b6054d7f959458a3506e07bed9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Gustavo Date: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 19:17:31 -0300 Subject: [PATCH] use victor's tldr --- 404.md | 10 ++++++++++ 1 file changed, 10 insertions(+) diff --git a/404.md b/404.md index 3f1c865..10e46f7 100644 --- a/404.md +++ b/404.md @@ -4,6 +4,16 @@ This NIP introduces a protocol for creating ephemeral events that are weakly tied to a public key, allowing ephemeral interactions without permanent attachment to the author's identity. +--- +### TL;DR +This is a form of key delegation with "expiration" based on proof of work difficulty. + +The main key generates a new key and uses the first chars of that new npub as a challenge. Anyone that solves that +challenge and finds an npub that matches it can publish as the main key. Because it is proof of work, it will become +easier and easier to solve over time. Which creates some form of plausible deniability for the author. + +Clients have to warn users that the new key might not represent the author anymore based on the time it has passed and the proof of work required by the author. + --- ## Rationale