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On this episode of Admin Access, Dominic and Evans delve into the world of cryptocurrency security, examining the intricate dynamics that sustain blockchain networks and the vulnerabilities that threaten them.They kick things off by examining the recent 51% attack on Monero, where the Qubic mining pool gained dangerous control over the network despite community efforts to prevent it. The hosts unpack how economic incentives ultimately trumped community resistance, with miners gravitating toward the most profitable pool even as it centralized power. This case study reveals a fundamental truth: in decentralized systems, economics often wins over ideology.They also dive into Bitcoin's geopolitical significance, and question whether Bitcoin itself fall victim to a 51% attack? They explore historical concerns about Chinese mining pool concentration and the economic realities that make such attacks prohibitively expensive. Their analysis reveals a sophisticated game theory at play, attacking a network would likely crash its value, making the attack economically self-defeating.The episode concludes with thoughts on cryptocurrency's resilience in extreme circumstances, ranging from nuclear warfare to infrastructure dependencies. To keep up with Dominic’s and Evan's Journey, check out their LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-mulinda/https://www.linkedin.com/in/evans-kanyithia-munene__________________________________________________________________Join Dominic & Evans as they explore the world of tech and share their bold takes with guests on Admin AccessSubscribe to our podcast, drop a like, comment, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest content.Don't forget to spread the word! Sharing is caring! 🌟Follow us on social media:📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/adminaccess_💼 LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/admin-access/ ♪ TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@admin.access_ Interested in partnering with us? Drop us an email at: [email protected] 📧

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