[ANN][ZEN] Horizen: Unbounded By Design

[TheHas]

ZEN competition starting 26/05/18 at 12.00 UTC - don't miss out! https://support.binance.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004205332

Unfortunately this is a competition for whales and not small fish like me!!!!!!

Eagerly waiting for a competition for small fish.

We appreciate the active promotion to attract new ZEN users however we must highight that we did not set the parameters.

I see so Binance decided how Zen should be promoted as part of the exchange listing approval?

I get that the Binance is a powerful exchange and understand that their promotions might not align with what you prefer

But part of the strength of the community is its diversity, and marketing to whales doesn't exactly support decentralization or bringing more people in. Based on the competition parameters a user needs to spend 40k usd at least to participate.

I know its a business decision for Binance but this isn't an inclusive competiton they have created!

[Hammonds]

.I think listing in Binance and a project by IOHK’s contribution with a upcoming supernode, it is a positive time for Zen overall.

[tuanytcc]

One Step Ahead: How Super Nodes Will Transform Blockchain Data Security

Without governance, there can be no order; this is why we should incentivize nodes for their participation. So that when a hack on one node operator occurs, there are thousands of other node operators that can triage the damage and keep the platform afloat.

https://btcmanager.com/one-step-ahead-how-super-nodes-will-transform-blockchain-data-security/

The article presents detailed explanations on the operational mechanisms of ZenCash Super Nodes and its correlations to Blockchain Data Security.
By the way, have we had any progress on solutions to adapt or cope with Equihash-ASICs from Bitman and more potential producers?

[caytienbct]

I see so Binance decided how Zen should be promoted as part of the exchange listing approval?

I get that the Binance is a powerful exchange and understand that their promotions might not align with what you prefer

But part of the strength of the community is its diversity, and marketing to whales doesn't exactly support decentralization or bringing more people in. Based on the competition parameters a user needs to spend 40k usd at least to participate.

I know its a business decision for Binance but this isn't an inclusive competiton they have created!

All games will come to the end. What will happen when Binance get all their original purposes for such massive marketing campaign?
I am just curious about it for myselft, but your thread stimulated me to compose the thread.
Of course, ZenCash has big potential based on its intrinsic values, but Binance negative policies on the coin (if occur) in the future might have adverse impacts on price of ZenCash somehow.

[dmwardjr]

Any update from cryptopia?

Honestly now that Zencash is on Binance, Bittrex and Okex, there is no reason to stick with cryptopia! Probably worth cashing out once cryptopia sort out their wallet issues, if that ever happens. I've had a one month wallet maintenance period with them on other altcoins, so could be in for a long wait.

The following is speculation on my part:

That can usually be an indication of issues with allowing the trade of "derivatives" of a coin instead of the actual coin itself.  Poloniex, used to post similar messages and had similar issues all the time with several coins.  They would blame the developers and their wallet instead of the fact they feared too many would submit a withdrawal request without the actual coins there to cover the withdrawals.

[GlobalProtection]

I remember I bought just enough ZEN CASH to get a node back about several months ago.

But because it seemed complicated and not very rewarding I just did not pursue it.

Can I get a supernode with the same amount of Zen Cash as before?

Thanks

[vrap.pm]

I remember I bought just enough ZEN CASH to get a node back about several months ago.

But because it seemed complicated and not very rewarding I just did not pursue it.

Can I get a supernode with the same amount of Zen Cash as before?

Thanks

Yes you can. you need 42 zen.

But i am with you in this boat, because i also have enough coins to make a few nodes but i am always postponing my decision because is extremely complicated to configure one node. And dev team done almost nothing untill today to help less savvy people to configure nodes, either getting a less complicated process or an easy undurstandable how-to guide to do the job....

We need a degree in master computing to do the job, and i think i am a guy that understands a little about computers, but not that complicated process of configure VPS, SSL certificates, Linus environment, etc, etc,,,

[MedaR]

.I think listing in Binance and a project by IOHK’s contribution with a upcoming supernode, it is a positive time for Zen overall.

There were many questions "when Binance"..Binance 24h volume of trade is 2k BTCs, And price is recovered. I think Zen investors must be happy now.
If we don't think on price for a minute, we can get bigger picture: Zen has better distribution and access to many people, who previously were unable to join trading.

[MedaR]

I remember I bought just enough ZEN CASH to get a node back about several months ago.

But because it seemed complicated and not very rewarding I just did not pursue it.

Can I get a supernode with the same amount of Zen Cash as before?

Thanks

Yes you can. you need 42 zen.

Wrong!



Super Nodes introduce sidechaining, and will be able run a bunch of different services. First service what was justified or was the motivation for creating those new class of nodes was to migrate logic for the Secure Nodes tracking and payment system of chain to on chain, and this is very important for the future of architecture of system so make it more censorship resistant. Main motivation here is to create the world’s most censorship resistant privacy oriented platform. ZenCash this way migrating from cryptocurrency to platform concept.
 
You will find good explanation here>
-> https://zencash.com/assets/files/Zen-Application-Platform-Whitepaper.pdf



Announced Fork will implement block reward changes  10% 10% 10% 70% as you can see on a picture.
Profitability will be higher, from 3.5% of every block to 10% which is good increase.
ZenCash Secure Nodes tracker - https://securenodes.na.zensystem.io/
ZenCash Secure Nodes calculator - http://securenodes.lebre.net/
Combo calculator  -  https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1p7qduhX2rFNFvik1YqD326qP55U4-UEce5ieeE5INAc/edit#gid=1738345991

[MedaR]

I remember I bought just enough ZEN CASH to get a node back about several months ago.

But because it seemed complicated and not very rewarding I just did not pursue it.

Can I get a supernode with the same amount of Zen Cash as before?

Thanks

But i am with you in this boat, because i also have enough coins to make a few nodes but i am always postponing my decision because is extremely complicated to configure one node. And dev team done almost nothing untill today to help less savvy people to configure nodes, either getting a less complicated process or an easy undurstandable how-to guide to do the job....

We need a degree in master computing to do the job, and i think i am a guy that understands a little about computers, but not that complicated process of configure VPS, SSL certificates, Linus environment, etc, etc,,,

This was already explained, the process for now cannot be more simplified.
Regarding security, Windows platform cannot be compared with Linux distros, and as such is not in focus of developers. If you have problems or need any help you can get it on discord channeL. I agree this is litle bit complicated but if you want to be secured forget easy setups. Join discord channel and if you want fast solutions, maybe you can pay someone to setup a node for you, or buy one from other members..

[MedaR]

By the way, have we had any progress on solutions to adapt or cope with Equihash-ASICs from Bitman and more potential producers?

Developers are working on this matter, we cannot expect this to be done overnight, those who proposing fast solutions are not honest and pathetically collect free points from miners.
When I get more informations from Developers I will share it here, stay tuned.

[caytienbct]

Developers are working on this matter, we cannot expect this to be done overnight, those who proposing fast solutions are not honest and pathetically collect free points from miners.
When I get more informations from Developers I will share it here, stay tuned.

Got your ideas, MedaR.
I will keep my patience and stay tuned to get your news on coming upgrades to avoid seriously dominant impacts from ASIC-hashrates.
It seems that ZenCash project has gone a long journey over the last one year.
Congratulations for both ZenCash project, its core team of developers, and its community - including long-term investors.

[johnwest]

I think zencash have great potential and with all the work done by the team, I see good future for it.
We may see another pump in the price as the competition is going on the Binance. 

[MedaR]

Developers are working on this matter, we cannot expect this to be done overnight, those who proposing fast solutions are not honest and pathetically collect free points from miners.
When I get more informations from Developers I will share it here, stay tuned.

Got your ideas, MedaR.
I will keep my patience and stay tuned to get your news on coming upgrades to avoid seriously dominant impacts from ASIC-hashrates.
It seems that ZenCash project has gone a long journey over the last one year.
Congratulations for both ZenCash project, its core team of developers, and its community - including long-term investors.

Rome wasn't built in one day.

ZenCash slowly rising and getting more attention.
We have established network of Secure Nodes and next step is integration of Super Nodes. After this we will have endless posibilities..

Treasury and voting system is in prototype version:
Read more about the latest IOHK paper that is being used to model our Treasury! An academic paper on Treasury theoretical model, its analysis, security proofs, etc. : https://iohk.io/research/papers/#S7KC2KGJ

[CryptoWaffle]

I remember I bought just enough ZEN CASH to get a node back about several months ago.

But because it seemed complicated and not very rewarding I just did not pursue it.

Can I get a supernode with the same amount of Zen Cash as before?

Thanks

Yes you can. you need 42 zen.

But i am with you in this boat, because i also have enough coins to make a few nodes but i am always postponing my decision because is extremely complicated to configure one node. And dev team done almost nothing untill today to help less savvy people to configure nodes, either getting a less complicated process or an easy undurstandable how-to guide to do the job....

We need a degree in master computing to do the job, and i think i am a guy that understands a little about computers, but not that complicated process of configure VPS, SSL certificates, Linus environment, etc, etc,,,

please dont spread lies and your ignorance about the nodes. There are at least 2 step by step guides available, there is also a video (at least one) on Youtube and there are people available almost 24/24 on Discord to help you.

Im not saying its easy but it is certainly not as hard as you make it sounds.

[yeyz20171031]

This project is an excellent and powerful team, now zencash with the industry's top IOHK team. See a predictable and transparent roadmap, soon, soon Zencash will enter the top 50.

[alan2here]

This project is an excellent and powerful team, now zencash with the industry's top IOHK team. See a predictable and transparent roadmap, soon, soon Zencash will enter the top 50.

This is only a matter of time because Zen's potential is greatly appreciated. I think Zen is a very good long-term investment because Zen supply is very small and if there are more big partners in the future, the price of $100 will probably happen this year. I am keeping some Zen because I am sure the Zen future will continue to grow well and I will consider buying more if there is more new information from this project.

[tribanogrami]

This project is an excellent and powerful team, now zencash with the industry's top IOHK team. See a predictable and transparent roadmap, soon, soon Zencash will enter the top 50.

I fully agree with you. And I think that now the price is still too small and it's time to buy. Soon we will see a $ 1 billion capitalization

[MedaR]

“Hottest Privacy Coin” in I love Crypto Show



https://youtu.be/xWeK0yyD6Tk

[machamizu]

ZEN competition starting 26/05/18 at 12.00 UTC - don't miss out! https://support.binance.com/hc/en-us/articles/360004205332

I have several questions about this competition.
Where those ZEN for reward came from? Were those included in listing contract, like listing fee, with Binance? (If you can't answer, please just ignore it.)
Is it possible to get reward for Tier B by just depositing 1,000 ZEN right before the end, and withdrawing it right after the snapshot?