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Decentralization is a system in which lower-level components operate on local information to accomplish global goals, without a central authority or controller. In contrast, a centralized system is one in which a central entity exercises control over the lower-level components, either directly or through a power hierarchy.

Decentralized systems have many advantages over centralized systems, such as failure tolerance, redundancy, scalability, and autonomy. For example, the Internet is a decentralized system that allows users to communicate and share information across the world, without relying on a single server or authority. However, decentralized systems also have some challenges, such as management complexity, security risks, and coordination difficulties.

In recent years, there has been a growing interest and demand for decentralized systems in various domains, such as computing, information technology, economics, and governance. One of the main drivers of this trend is the emergence of blockchain technologies, such as those used in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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Blockchain technologies use cryptography and consensus algorithms to create a distributed ledger of transactions that is verifiable and immutable, without the need for a centralized intermediary or authority. This enables new possibilities for peer-to-peer transactions, smart contracts, digital assets, and decentralized applications.

Another reason for the world push for decentralized systems is the increasing awareness and concern about the drawbacks and dangers of centralization. Centralization can lead to inefficiency, corruption, censorship, surveillance, and abuse of power by the central entity or authority.

For instance, many people are dissatisfied with the centralization of social media platforms, which can manipulate user data, influence public opinion, and censor content that they deem inappropriate or harmful. Decentralized systems can offer more privacy, freedom, and control to the users, by allowing them to choose their own rules and preferences.

Decentralization has some challenges and limitations, some of these include:

Management complexity and coordination: Decentralized systems require more effort and resources to manage and coordinate the components, especially when they are large and diverse. This also increases the risk of conflicts and inconsistencies among the components.

Quality assurance and accountability: Decentralized systems may lack standards and regulations to ensure the quality and reliability of the components. This also makes it harder to monitor and evaluate the performance and behavior of the components, as well as to enforce rules and sanctions.

Scalability and efficiency: Decentralized systems may face difficulties in scaling up or down to meet changing demands and conditions. This also affects the speed and cost of the system, as well as its environmental impact.

Therefore, decentralized systems are not a panacea or a one-size-fits-all solution. They need to be carefully designed and implemented according to the specific context and objectives of each domain and application. They also need to be balanced with centralized systems when appropriate, to optimize their strengths and mitigate their weaknesses.

In conclusion, decentralized systems are systems that operate on local information to achieve global goals, without a central authority or controller. They have many benefits over centralized systems, such as failure tolerance, redundancy, scalability, and autonomy. They also address some of the problems and challenges of centralization, such as inefficiency, corruption, censorship, surveillance, and abuse of power.

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Lido, the dominant liquid staking platform, is voting to execute its second iteration on the Ethereum blockchain, a pivotal moment for users in the decentralized finance (DeFi) community that want further decentralization and better on and off ramps into Ethereums staking ecosystem.

Lidos Twitter account is calling v2 the most important upgrade to date since its launch in December 2020 as Ethereum is Lidos first and largest market for liquid staking tokens.

With two main focal points, ETH staking withdrawals and the introduction of a Staking Router said to increase participation from a more diverse set of node operators, v2 on Ethereum comes as Lido commands the lead as the largest liquid staking platform in the DeFi space, with $11.77 billion in total value locked across the Ethereum ecosystem, per DefiLlama.

According to a blog post, The implementation of withdrawals coupled with the Staking Router proposal will contribute to an increase in the decentralization of the network, a more healthy Lido protocol, and enable the long-awaited ability to stake and unstake (withdraw) at will, reinforcing stETH as the most composable and useful asset on Ethereum.

The vote ends on May 15. If it passes, Lidos smart contracts will upgrade and v2 will go live.

At press time all participating LDO token holders have voted to deploy the upgrade. LDO, the governance token for Lido, has jumped 16% in the past 24 hours to $1.89, per CoinGecko.

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Lido Community Weighing On-Chain Vote to Deploy Version 2 on Ethereum - Yahoo Finance

Winning the war in deepening democracy is Ukraines choice. Its approach is to accelerate the decentralization of power and develop local-to-local cooperation partnerships with local actors in Europe. Among the immense challenges regarding civilian populations, children are the priority. This vision was clearly endorsed by all levels of Ukrainian authorities during the recent summit of cities and regions in Kyiv.

Faced with a brutal military aggression, some countries would have chosen the path of entrenching the regime. Not Ukraine. The full-scale war unleashed by Russia in February 2022 has not caused the country to deviate from the democratic trajectory to which it has resolutely committed itself since 2014. On the contrary, despite the war, efforts have intensified to make governance more transparent and effective to fight corruption and to strengthen the rule of law.

At the heart of these democratic efforts is the process of decentralization of power. In Ukraine, the participation of the population in the development and implementation of public policies is not wishful thinking, it is a daily reality and a project for the future. The current deepening of decentralization in the midst of the war gives more power to citizens, strengthens local ownership of policies and consolidates social cohesion.

This decentralization movement is fundamental because it allows Ukraine to overcome the greatest challenge a nation can face: brutal military aggression by a cruel, powerful, authoritarian regime determined to destroy its national existence.

While democracy is weakening everywhere, Ukraine thus offers a way forward to renew it and generate support from the people again, as it showed in 2014 with the EuroMaidan civic protest movement. The value of the European project was that it drew wide support despite that such support was waning everywhere across the continent.

The political costs that are at stake as viewed during the war appear with clarity. Two models are in direct confrontation with each other. On one side, sits the democratic, decentralized Ukrainian model, with increasing participation of the population in the exercise of power. While on the other side, sits the centralized, authoritarian, increasingly oppressive Russian model, supported by its authoritarian, theocratic and dictatorial allies. On one side, a project of liberation and projection toward the future; on the other side, a gruesome attempt to go backward and constitute a USSR 2.0.

In order to have liberty and democracy succeed and to make the decentralization process more efficient, cooperative partnerships between local actors from Ukraine and Europe are fundamental.

THIS IS a public call to regions, cities, agglomerations, civil society organizations: we reach out to you to establish institutional and operational partnerships with your Ukrainian counterparts. This is how we will continue to learn from each other, to improve, to deeply anchor Ukraine on the continent and to mutually invent a shared European identity.

Ukraine has a lot to learn from the expertise of its European friends to rebuild itself better. It has many innovations developed during the war in several fields to share.

Among all the challenges concerning the civilian population, children are the priority. They suffer terribly,and they are the future of the country. Traveling to Europe, meeting youth from other cultures, gaining experience and acquiring skills will allow the younger generations to continue the work of liberation and democratization that is underway to carry forward for decades to come.

The abduction of over 16,200 Ukrainian children by Russia is a war crime according to the International Criminal Court, and constitutes a crime of genocide according to the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide adopted by the UN in 1948. There is no greater urgency than their immediate release.

Support for the millions of Ukrainian children who are suffering because of the war must be at the heart of the local-to-local cooperation partnerships between actors of Ukraine and Europe. These children need a prykhystok, a shelter, a refuge, to breathe away from the horrors of the war. Such relief will allow them be children again, help them overcome the immeasurable trauma they suffer and continue to live in spite of this, with this.

In particular, we have three specific requests for actors in Europe: welcome these children for respite stays for a few weeks; organize transplanted classes for a month: children who have started their fourth consecutive school year in distance learning come to Europe with their teachers to learn the Ukrainian curriculum in person and thus repair some of the damage in mental health, educational level and socialization; finally, support the development of children and youth empowerment centers in Ukraine, especially in the areas that are the most affected by the war.

Offering youth a prykhystok in Europe also relieves the women who are often responsible for them. The local communities overall are therefore supported.

The establishment of cooperation partnerships between local actors from Ukraine and Europe, with activities for children at their heart, will support the movement of decentralization and the deepening of democracy in Ukraine. It is the victory of liberty and democracy against authoritarianism and oppression that is at stake. Long live democracy, long live Europe, Slava Ukraini!

The governors of 24 regions and the mayors of 117 cities and towns in Ukraine signed this article, along with national leaders. Here is a link to the full list of signatories:

https://www.europe-prykhystok.org/post/list-of-signatories-of-the-opinion-paper.

Benjamin Abtan is cofounder and director of Europe Prykhystok. Oleksandra Matviichuk is head of the nonprofit Centre for Civil Liberties, a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize, and a campaigner for democratic reforms in Ukraine.

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In a conversation with Prisila, Correspondent, Asia Business Outlook, Harry shares his views on the biggest challenges facing the adoption and growth of Web3 now. During the conversation he also discussed how to develop a strategic revenue strategy.

What do you believe will be the biggest use cases for Web3 in the next 5-10 years?

When block chain technology was first introduced, many people were skeptical and did not fully understand its potential. However, as the number of successful block chain projects grew, people began to recognize its value and potential impact. Similarly, Web3 is currently a rising trend, but I believe it will quickly become more widespread in the near future.

In the next 5-10 years, we can expect Web3 to be widely adopted for decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, DeFi social networks, and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). These applications have the potential to transform traditional financial systems, enhance user privacy and security, and provide greater access to financial services. However, as with any emerging technology, we can also expect to see new and innovative Web3 use cases in the near future.

What advice would you give to businesses looking to adopt Web3 technologies?

My advice to businesses looking to adopt Web3 technologies would be to first gain a thorough understanding of the technology and its potential use cases. They should also carefully evaluate their business needs and determine how Web3 technologies can enhance their operations and improve competitive advantages. And the other piece of advice is to start small. Instead of trying to implement Web3 technologies on a large scale, businesses should start with smaller, pilot projects to test the technology and identify any potential challenges or issues.

Building a strong network of peers, mentors, and advisors is crucial. This can keep you informed of new opportunities in the industry, and help you connect with potential partners and customers.

In your opinion, what are the biggest challenges facing the adoption and growth of Web3 now?

From my perspective, I believe the main challenges hindering the adoption and growth of Web3 are the lack of awareness and understanding among businesses, as well as the complexity of the technology itself. Many businesses may not see the immediate benefits of adopting Web3 technologies and may be hesitant to invest in something they don't fully understand. Additionally, the technology is still in its early stages and requires specialized knowledge and expertise to implement and manage effectively. As such, it is important for businesses to educate themselves on Web3 and work with experienced partners to navigate the complex landscape of this emerging technology.

Do you feel there is an approach or technique to success in this role? What advice do you have for aspiring leaders in this position who are looking to take advantage of new opportunities?

As a Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of an IT/Blockchain company, I have some advice for leaders and managers in similar positions. Firstly, even if you are not a technical expert, it's important to keep up with tech trends and develop your technical skills. Having a basic understanding of the tools and platforms used in the industry will help you effectively communicate with your team and make informed decisions about technology investments.

Secondly, focus on developing strong leadership skills, such as communication, delegation, and problem-solving. Knowing how to select suitable team members for different positions will help them to develop optimally.

Finally, building a strong network of peers, mentors, and advisors is crucial. This can keep you informed of new opportunities in the industry, and help you connect with potential partners and customers. Networking is vital in the technology industry and can help you to stay ahead of the curve.

"Having a basic understanding of the tools and platforms used in the industry will help you effectively communicate with your team and make informed decisions about technology investments."

Tell me about how you utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics to assess and improve performance in your job, as well as how you develop a strategic revenue strategy. Please describe your procedure.

For me, a highly effective way to track and manage a company's growth is through regular market research and setting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) based on quarterly market growth. For instance, at SotaTek, the marketing department conducts research quarterly to identify potential markets for development such as Asia, the US, Europe, etc. Based on the level of demand and growth of each region, the sales director then sets KPIs such as the number of leads per month for sales and decides which services to prioritize. This enables us to track our progress and make data-driven decisions in developing a strategic revenue strategy.

Additionally, we develop a strategic revenue strategy by aligning our business objectives with market trends & customer needs and regularly reviewing & adjusting our strategy based on performance metrics and feedback from our customers and stakeholders.

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Exploring the Possibilities of Web3: A New Era of Decentralization - Asia Business Outlook

Thiruvananthapuram: The Transport Department has decided to divide the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) into three independent corporations in a bid to make the services more efficient, profitable, and reliable.

As per the trifurcation plan to be implemented in June, four or five districts will form the jurisdictional area of each corporation with each of them getting a new name. The state has altogether 14 districts.

The administrative responsibilities of the three corporations will be entrusted to Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) officers who will join the service in June. They will have the liberty to introduce reforms to turn the corporation profitable.

The individual corporations will decide all the matters, including the transfer and salary of the employees. Transfers will be given only within the jurisdictional area of each corporation. Assets like buses and depots will be divided up among the three corporations.

It is not easy to decide the services from the Chief Office in Thiruvananthapuram by taking into account the exact needs of the local areas in each district. People should not be made to wait for getting a response to their grievances from Thiruvananthapuram. The planned decentralisation will help in making the services more efficient and ensure better travel facilities. The process of dividing the KSRTC into three corporations will be completed soon," stated Transport Minister Antony Raju.

Even though the KSRTC was divided into four zones earlier to ensure better operation of the services, they will cease to exist once the corporations are formed.

Long-distance services will not function under the new corporations but will continue to be run by the 2021-founded K-SWIFT transport company.

TN modelThe corporations will be formed on the lines of the model in Tamil Nadu which has eight road transport corporations. A team under the Transport Secretary had visited Chennai twice to study the functioning of the public transport system in Tamil Nadu.

Likely to impact unionsWith the division of the KSRTC, the strength of the employees organisations is expected to weaken. Recognised trade unions will be formed in each of the corporations by conducting a referendum.

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Kerala to hive off KSRTC into three distinct entities in big decentralization push - Onmanorama