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XX Exchange Consolidation Update: Improving Liquidity Efficiency and Market Quality

Over the last few years, XX has expanded to multiple trading venues and multiple pairings to support access and price discovery—especially during the period before we had robust bridging and DEX options for wrapped XX. During that phase, we maintained dual listings for XX and WXX to help connect native XX markets with Ethereum-based access and broader DeFi liquidity, while infrastructure matured.

As the ecosystem has matured, it’s become clear that maintaining too many overlapping markets can work against token health by fragmenting liquidity across venues. When liquidity is spread too thin, order books become shallower, spreads widen, and market-making requirements increase, resulting in higher costs without meaningful benefits to the community.

For that reason, the xx Foundation will be consolidating exchange support and ending liquidity support and trading on Biconomy. This decision reflects:

  • Consistently low organic activity on Biconomy relative to our primary venues

  • A commitment to deeper liquidity and better price execution where the majority of trading already occurs

  • Improved capital efficiency, allowing treasury resources to be deployed more effectively

What this means for traders
  • Trading access remains available on our primary venues, including MEXC (XX/USDT), LBANK (XX/USDT), Coinstore(XX/WXX/USDT), and Uniswap (WXX).

  • We will provide clear timelines for any deposit/withdrawal and trading deadlines on Biconomy.

  • We’ll share guidance for users who need to move assets ahead of the transition.

xx Foundation is focusing on supporting the venues that deliver the most value, while reducing redundant infrastructure that adds cost and complexity. We’ll continue to evaluate listings using clear criteria, user access, security posture, transparency, cost/benefit, and organic volume, so that exchange coverage stays strong without diluting liquidity. We’re excited about the road ahead as application development accelerates and adoption continues to mature. This consolidation helps ensure we’re building on a more efficient, resilient market foundation.

Onwards!

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XX Network Unveils 2025 Roadmap https://xx.network/blog/xx-network-unveils-2025-roadmap/ Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:39:55 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=27836 The XX Network is proud to announce the release of its 2025 Roadmap, highlighting a series of key advancements aimed at accelerating the development of quantum-secure, privacy-respecting technologies for the decentralized web. [...]

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Pioneering Quantum-Secure Infrastructure, Privacy Tools, and Cross-Chain Innovation

April 2025 — The XX Network is proud to announce the release of its 2025 Roadmap, highlighting a series of key advancements aimed at accelerating the development of quantum-secure, privacy-respecting technologies for the decentralized web.

As we continue to expand our ecosystem and empower developers, users, and partners, the roadmap outlines new features, critical infrastructure upgrades, and global community initiatives.

Key Focus Areas Include:

  • Haven Messenger & Browser Extension:
    Haven is being architected with a modular messaging SDK, full React integration, and a modernized web app experience. Developers will gain access to a documented, flexible toolkit (xxdk) and a UI layer (xxdk-react) powered by hooks, Wasm, and custom state management. This overhaul positions Haven for long-term multi-platform support and privacy-first messaging. Haven’s PWA will also see a new ID system which uses a browser extension app for a more secure and convenient user experience.
  • Doxxier & OpenVoice:
    Doxxier, a secure large file transfer solution integrated into the XX mixnet, which will power a future whistleblower dapp.
  • Quantum XX Wallet:
    Incorporating WOTS+ cryptography for next-generation, quantum-resistant transactions.
  • xxDK Upgrades:
    Expanded support for React, React Native, Rust, and C to streamline development across platforms.
  • Core infrastructure:
    Xx Foundation continues to work on infrastructure efficiency for core infra servers while it also works towards our ultimate goal of full decentralization of xx network.
  • Ecosystem Partnerships:
    Integration with Quip.Network, a cross-chain quantum vault and atomic swap protocol, and Superset.Finance, focused on deep liquidity across chains and quick crypto access.
  • Community & Outreach:
    The Privacy Podcast Series continues with high-profile guests, alongside an international presence at conferences including Token2049 Dubai, Scytale Lugano, EthDam, and W3PN Amsterdam. Also, Ant Soccer Game will launch its game and an integration of the xx coin into their game is forthcoming after launch.

“The 2025 roadmap represents the next phase in our mission to deliver real privacy, decentralization, and quantum-ready infrastructure to users around the globe,” said Aaron Welwood – xx Foundation Co-director.”

The roadmap will evolve over the course of the year as milestones are met and new partnerships take shape.

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CrowdSwap.org “Crowd Sale” WXX (BEP20) Launch https://xx.network/blog/crowdswap/ Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:00:48 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=27653 WXX (BEP20) Crowd Sale with Reward Incentive Program Objective Starting Monday, December 16th(1pm PDT/8pm UTC), to encourage early participation in [...]

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WXX (BEP20) Crowd Sale with Reward Incentive Program

Objective

Starting Monday, December 16th(1pm PDT/8pm UTC), to encourage early participation in the launch of the WXX (BEP20) token
(contract address: https://bscscan.com/token/0x0109d6994093539245Aa820B9c98405b0648f0B4) on the CrowdSwap Website, xx Labs Ltd is creating an xx rewards program that will reward participants that purchase WXX(BEP20) in the “Crowd Sale” pool on crowdswap.org.

Proceeds from the sales pool will only be used to create  liquidity pools, first on CrowdSwap and then later on Pancake Swap.

At the end of the “Crowd Sale” campaign (February 14th, 2025), participants will receive their purchased WXX (BEP20) tokens. If the pool sells out before the deadline, tokens may be released earlier but this will be at the discretion of xx Labs. To receive Incentive Rewards, participants must hold their WXX tokens for a minimum of 28 days in their wallets after the purchase date. The holding time is considered to begin from the time of purchase, not the end of the program. So, for example, if a participant purchased on the first day of the crowdsale, they will have easily met the holding requirement of 28 days, while on the other hand if a purchase is made 1 day prior to the end of the crowdsale, although they will receive their purchased WXX (BEP20) upon conclusion of the sale, they will be required to hold their purchased WXX (BEP20) for 28 additional days from the time of their purchase in order to be eligible for the bonus rewards program.

When the sale concludes, participants will be able to connect multichain wallets, such as MetaMask or Trust Wallet etc, which they used to purchase WXX (BEP20), through a secure web-based app that the xx Foundation will produce. Using this app, participants can submit their native XX addresses and verify their purchased WXX(BEP20) balances by signing a message in the webapp. 

Verified participants will receive Incentive Award XX coins directly in their registered native XX accounts.

The sales pool will consist of 2,000,000 WXX (BEP20). The reward incentive program will allocate 1 million XX coins for the rewards distribution pool. 

Note: To ensure compliance, the program is not available to U.S.-based participants.

Detailed Program Terms

1. Purchase WXX (BEP20) Tokens via CrowdSwap “Crowd Sale” web application.

  • Platform Access: Users will access the Crowd Sale via (https://app.crowdswap.org/opportunity), where they will see the WXX(BEP20) Crowd Sale opportunity. Any major cryptocurrencies may be used to purchase WXX via Crowdswap’s built in swapping mechanism. Proceeds will convert to USDT via the Crowdswap platform.
  • Native XX Account Address Submission: Before users can receive any of the XX incentive rewards they will also be required to submit their XX account address (non-exchange) or create a new one if they don’t already have one. This will be done via a web application being created by the development team. 

Note: Access link to the verification web app is TBA prior to the end of the crowdsale (Feb 14th 2025).

2. Web-based Wallet Verification
Once available, participants will use the verification web app in this way:

  • Connection: Users will connect their wallets (e.g., MetaMask, Trust Wallet) to the web app. It will detect and confirm the account used to purchase WXX (BEP20) on CrowdSwap.
  • Verification: Participants will sign a message from their wallet, allowing the platform to verify their WXX balance on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) and how long it was held. This signed message verifies eligibility without relying on a centralized tracking system.
  • Incentive  Reward Eligibility: Verified balances will determine the user’s eligibility for a reward of XX coins into their native xx account, based on a tiered reward system linked to their WXX purchase amounts.

3. Incentive Award Holding Period Requirement

  • Holding Period: Participants must hold their purchased WXX (BEP20) tokens in their account for 28 days to qualify for the incentive reward.
  • Verification: The 28-day holding period will be confirmed via a signed wallet message, ensuring manual or automated verification of the balance.

4. Reward Pool Distribution

  • Total Reward Pool: 1 million native XX tokens will be allocated for the reward incentive.
  • Dynamic Tiered Reward Structure:
    • Base Incentive Award: 5%
    • Incremental Incentive Award: Increases by 0.1% per 1,000 WXX purchased, capped at 20% for purchases of 150,000 WXX or more.
    • Example:
      • 1,000 WXX: 5.10% Incentive Award
      • 5,000 WXX: 5.50% Incentive Award
      • 50,000 WXX: 10.00% Incentive Award
      • 150,000 WXX or more: 20% Incentive Award (capped)

5. Volume-Based Multiplier Incentive

  • Full Purchase Incentive Award: If the 2 million WXX pool is fully sold, all participants will receive an additional 1.4x multiplier on their original Incentive Award.
  • Example After Multiplier:
    • 5,000 WXX Purchase: Original Incentive Award of 5.50%, increased to 7.7% with the multiplier.
    • 50,000 WXX Purchase: Original Incentive Award of 10%, increased to 14% with the multiplier.

6. Lockup and Vesting Period for Incentive Awards

  • Initial Lockup: All rewards will be subject to a 9-month lockup period, during which the coins cannot be transferred or sold.
  • Vesting Options for Additional Incentive Awards:
    • Participants can also choose from three linear vesting periods to commence once the initial 9 month lock expires:
      • 3-month vesting: Additional 5% Incentive Award
      • 6-month vesting: Additional 10% Incentive Award
      • 12-month vesting: Additional 20% Incentive Award
    • Example: A participant with an initial 5,000 XX Incentive Award choosing a 12-month vesting period will receive an additional 1,000 XX coins spread over the vesting period.

7. Automatic Reward Distribution

  • Post Verification: After the 28-day holding period and verification via the web app, eligible participants will receive their XX coin Incentive Awards directly into their native XX accounts. Reward distribution will occur randomly within 1–2 weeks, adding an additional layer of privacy and preventing predictability in token transfers.

8. Privacy Protection via xx Network

  • Privacy Measures: All user interactions with the web app—including wallet connections and message signatures—will be routed through the xx network using xxRPC. This ensures that personal metadata remains private and secure.

Legal Disclaimer

Participants should be aware that the xx rewards may be subject to taxation, depending on local regulations. The xx Foundation recommends that participants consult a tax advisor to understand any tax obligations associated with receiving XX coins. This program does not constitute investment advice, nor does it guarantee any specific return or profit.

Excluded Participants

To comply with applicable securities regulations and international law, participation in the program will not be open to all. Access to the program webpage and web app will be restricted for users located in the United States, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, North Korea, Cuba, and Iran.

Summary of Participant Steps

  1. Purchase WXX on CrowdSwap: Participants acquire WXX (BEP20) tokens through the CrowdSwap “Crowd Sale” pool.
  2. Hold Tokens for 28 Days: WXX tokens must remain in the participant’s account for 28 days, once received, to qualify for incentive rewards.
  3. Connect Wallet and Submit Native XX Account Address: Participants connect to the web app, submit their native XX account address, and sign a message to verify their WXX balance.
  4. Choose Vesting Period: After the 9-month lockup, participants will select a vesting schedule to receive additional Incentive Awards.
  5. Receive Rewards: Verified XX coin Incentive Awards are distributed automatically to participants’ native XX accounts after the program concludes.

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Quantum Hype or Quantum Hope? The Quantum Challenge and How xx Network Is Solving It. https://xx.network/blog/quantum-hype-or-quantum-hope-the-quantum-challenge-and-how-xx-network-is-solving-it/ https://xx.network/blog/quantum-hype-or-quantum-hope-the-quantum-challenge-and-how-xx-network-is-solving-it/#respond Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:06:18 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=27236 Recently, there’s been significant buzz about quantum computing potentially breaching cryptographic algorithms, causing concerns about the security of everything from [...]

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Recently, there’s been significant buzz about quantum computing potentially breaching cryptographic algorithms, causing concerns about the security of everything from banking to cryptocurrencies. While these developments are noteworthy, the situation is not as immediate or dire as some headlines suggest. Quantum computing is advancing, but it’s not yet ready to pose a real threat to modern cryptographic systems. However, the threat is growing, and it’s essential to start planning for the post-quantum future.

This article explores how quantum computing is evolving and why it’s important to pay attention. We also explain why the xx network is positioning itself to provide a proactive, quantum-resistant solution for all.

 

The Reality of Quantum Computing: Real Progress, But Far From a Crisis

Yes, quantum computing is advancing. Researchers have recently made progress using quantum annealing to factor a 50-bit number, which is a foundational step toward breaking cryptographic algorithms like RSA. However, despite the hype, this breakthrough is far from compromising the encryption used in today’s systems. For comparison, modern cryptography typically relies on 2048-bit encryption, far beyond the capabilities of current quantum computers.

Quantum computers remain limited by environmental factors and hardware restrictions. Breaking widely used cryptographic algorithms like RSA or ECDSA, which protects Bitcoin and other blockchains, would require stable, error-corrected quantum computers with estimates between 4100-10,000 stable logical qubits. We’re still years away from reaching that level of capability.

 

The Growing Threat: Why We Can’t Ignore Quantum Computing

Even though the situation is not an immediate threat, the potential for quantum computers to break encryption is real and growing. Small but notable progress is inching us closer to a world where quantum computers could eventually crack encryption systems previously thought unbreakable. In the near future, quantum computers might:

      1. Break current cryptographic standards: Quantum computers could bypass encryption used to secure emails, private messages, and cryptocurrency wallets.
      2. Undermine blockchain security: Blockchains rely on cryptography for security. Quantum computers could break this encryption, exposing entire networks to theft and manipulation.
      3. Compromise Web2 systems: Quantum computing could enable real-time attacks on e-commerce platforms and financial websites, leading to compromised personal information and financial data.
      4. Harvest Now Decrypt Later: All of your encrypted data like emails and messages from your favorite messenger that you have sent in your digital lifetime are being stored in data centers, so when the time has arrived adversaries could decrypt ALL of your messages retroactively. Read more about this chilling revelation here.

    “It is imperative for all organizations, especially critical infrastructure, to begin preparing now for migration to post-quantum cryptography.” Jen Easterly, Director of the US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

    These are some of the reasons why conversations about quantum-safe encryption are more urgent than ever and why forward-thinking projects like the xx network are crucial in the fight against quantum threats.

     

    How the xx Network Is Positioned as a Quantum-Resistant Solution

    The xx network, founded by David Chaum, the “Godfather of Crypto,” is already building the tools and infrastructure to resist quantum threats. Here’s how:

    1. Quantum-Resistant Encryption

    In discussions around quantum security, experts emphasize the critical role of WOTS+ (Winternitz One-Time Signature) cryptography, which is integrated into the xx network’s Sleeve wallet generation system. This ensures that users have a clear path to upgrade to quantum-resistant wallets. Unlike other blockchain projects that might implement quantum-safe algorithms reactively, xx network’s Sleeve system allows seamless upgrades, enabling users to transition to quantum-safe wallets without the need for manual asset migration.

    This foresight is critical as integrating quantum-safe cryptography after the fact can involve significant infrastructure changes and potential security risks. For example, migrating to WOTS+ in an established blockchain ecosystem requires designing new account management systems, as WOTS+ signatures are one-time-use and computationally more complex than ECDSA.

    2. cMixx Technology for Privacy

    The xx network’s cMixx protocol offers quantum-resistant privacy by anonymizing metadata as well as content, making it incredibly difficult, even for quantum computers, to trace or decipher communications. While other blockchains may secure data, the xx network goes further by ensuring that the context of your communications—who you’re talking to, when, and where—is also protected.

    3. Securing Private Keys and Cross-Chain Security

    In recent discussions, experts within the quantum security community have pointed out that many blockchains, such as Bitcoin, still rely on ECDSA, which could be vulnerable to quantum attacks in the future. However, wallets using WOTS+ would provide significantly stronger protection against quantum threats. While integrating quantum-safe signatures into existing blockchains is challenging, the xx network’s Sleeve system provides a key advantage by embedding quantum-safe wallets from the start, allowing for seamless upgrades without overhauling the entire infrastructure.

    This proactive approach contrasts with other blockchains that may need to implement disruptive upgrades when quantum threats become more immediate.

    4. Proactive Rather Than Reactive

    Rather than wait until quantum computers are fully capable, the xx network is building quantum-resistant technologies today. Unlike other projects that might have to scramble to update wallet software, the xx network’s Sleeve wallet allows for a smooth transition. The integration of WOTS+ cryptography has already been prototyped and tested, providing a clear upgrade path for xx users, ensuring their assets remain secure in the face of quantum threats.

     

    Why the xx Network’s Approach Matters

    The looming quantum threat will eventually force a massive overhaul of today’s cryptographic systems. When quantum computers become more capable, much of today’s infrastructure will need to be replaced or significantly upgraded. The xx network, however, is already preparing for this shift by implementing a clear, seamless upgrade path to quantum security, allowing for minimal disruption as the post-quantum era unfolds.

    By combining WOTS+ cryptography, cMixx, and cross-chain privacy solutions, the xx network ensures that not just its own native assets but potentially even other blockchain ecosystems can plug into its quantum-safe security. Whether you’re a business, an individual user, or a blockchain project, the xx network offers tools that are future-proofing for the quantum era.

     

    Conclusion: The Threat Is Real, But Solutions Are Already Here

    While quantum computers are not yet ready to break modern cryptography, the day is coming when they will pose a serious threat. Thankfully, the xx network is positioning itself as a leader in quantum-resistant technologies. With solutions like Sleeve, cMixx, and quantum-safe wallet migrations, the xx network is ready to protect your data and communications in a post-quantum world. As the quantum threat grows, the xx network offers the proactive, robust security that the next era of the internet will demand.

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    Metadata Shredding: Protecting Your Privacy in a Digital World https://xx.network/blog/metadata-shredding-protecting-your-privacy-in-a-digital-world/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 20:38:53 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=27127 Anyone who has seen a police procedural or spy dramas knows the scenario: a suspect is tracked down not by the content of their messages, but by their phone activity and contacts. The information about who they called or communicated with, when they did it, and how often—that’s all metadata. What many people don’t realize is that this type of data is often much easier to access and analyze than the content of the communication itself. [...]

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    The problem with metadata

    Anyone who has seen a police procedural or spy dramas knows the scenario: a suspect is tracked down not by the content of their messages, but by their phone activity and contacts. The information about who they called or communicated with, when they did it, and how often—that’s all metadata. What many people don’t realize is that this type of data is often much easier to access and analyze than the content of the communication itself.

    What is Metadata?

    Metadata is data that describes other data. For example, it could include information about when and where a photo was taken or the technical details of a file. Websites, for instance, rely on metadata to help search engines index them properly. Metadata plays an important role in making digital information easier to manage, but it can also expose sensitive details about our digital behavior.

    In the world of messaging and online communication, metadata includes details about who is communicating with whom, when the communication happens, and how much data is exchanged. While it doesn’t reveal the content of the communication, it can still be incredibly revealing. Knowing who spoke with whom and when can be enough to draw detailed conclusions about someone’s life, social network, and daily routines.

    How is Metadata Collected?

    Metadata is generated automatically when we use digital services, from websites to messaging apps. In many cases, it’s a crucial part of how these systems function. For example, search engines need metadata to find websites, and messaging services use it to route and deliver messages. However, while the content of messages is often protected by end-to-end encryption, metadata typically isn’t.

    This leaves metadata vulnerable to being collected and analyzed. A service provider—or in some cases, third parties—can examine this data to learn a surprising amount about a person’s behavior. For instance, researchers have been able to analyze messaging app metadata to reconstruct daily routines, such as what time someone wakes up, based on when they send their first message. The patterns of communication can also reveal connections between people, even without access to the actual content of their messages.

    The Risks of Metadata Exposure

    The problem with metadata is that it accumulates everywhere in the digital world, and it’s difficult to avoid. Simply using a messaging app generates metadata, such as the time and frequency of communications. Even though the content of the message is encrypted, the metadata remains exposed. 

    In some cases, this can be especially problematic. For example, during protests or in politically sensitive situations, metadata can reveal not just who is communicating, but also where they are, thanks to the geographic information linked to IP addresses. Turning on airplane mode or using privacy-focused messaging apps that collect less metadata can help reduce exposure, but these steps only go so far.

    How Can We Protect Our Metadata? 

    There are already various methods for reducing metadata exposure. One example is Sealed Sending, a technique where messages are sent without revealing the sender’s identity—similar to dropping off a letter at the post office without a return address. However, even this doesn’t fully solve the problem. It’s still possible to infer who is communicating with whom based on the size and timing of the data exchanges. If IP address 1 sends a packet of data to a server and then the server sends an identical packet of data to IP address 2, it’s easy to conclude that IP 1 is communicating with IP 2.

    IP addresses themselves are another source of metadata vulnerability. They can reveal not only who is communicating, but also provide clues about a user’s physical location. This can be a concern not just for messaging service providers, but also for any third parties that may have access to this data.

    The Solution: Metadata Shredding 

    For truly robust privacy protection, a more advanced solution is needed: metadata shredding. This approach involves making metadata completely unrecognizable by mixing it into large sets of anonymized data, often referred to as “anonymity sets.” By doing this, neither service providers nor third parties can track communication patterns or link senders to receivers.

    The key advantage of metadata shredding is that it offers comprehensive privacy protection. Both the content of the messages and the metadata are kept private, making it impossible to draw conclusions about who is communicating or when. While this technique has primarily been applied to messaging services, it also has potential applications in payment systems and other online activities where metadata exposure is a concern.

    As privacy becomes an increasing concern in today’s digital age, metadata shredding offers a promising solution to one of the more subtle but serious risks associated with online communication.

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    Haven: Communication for Freedom and Human Potential https://xx.network/blog/haven-communication-for-freedom-and-human-potential/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 23:59:21 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=26965 Recent announcements by governments in Russia and Turkey to ban communication platforms like Discord underscore a troubling trend: the use [...]

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    Recent announcements by governments in Russia and Turkey to ban communication platforms like Discord underscore a troubling trend: the use of legitimate challenges such as crime, cyberbullying, and wartime security concerns to justify stripping everyday citizens of their fundamental right to private communication. These decisions, often framed as necessary for national security or social protection, ultimately punish ordinary citizens by curtailing their ability to freely communicate, share ideas, and build communities.

    Private communication is not a luxury; it is a cornerstone of human freedom, enabling creativity, innovation, and social growth. Without it, individuals risk losing their voice, becoming passive recipients of government-controlled narratives. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the need for private, secure communication has only grown, not diminished. The rapid exchange of information is essential for both personal development and societal progress.

    While Russia and Turkey point to the dangers posed by illegal activities—whether in the context of war, terrorism, or child exploitation—it is misguided to punish millions of law-abiding users for the actions of relatively few individuals. Blocking platforms like Discord not only disrupts social connections and collaborative efforts but also stifles the very creativity that fuels innovation and social progress. By focusing on banning the platform itself, these governments are avoiding the real issue: the need for stronger enforcement and smarter regulation that targets the perpetrators of harmful behavior without infringing on the rights of citizens.

    Furthermore, the use of private communication is crucial in contexts far beyond gaming or casual conversation. It is an essential tool for journalists, human rights activists, whistleblowers, and political dissidents who rely on encrypted communication to expose corruption, advocate for justice, and uphold democratic values. Silencing these voices under the guise of “national security” creates an environment where only the state-controlled narrative can thrive.

    A world without private communication is a world without freedom. And as governments begin to crack down on private communication tools, it’s essential to remember that this type of censorship doesn’t just impact those directly targeted—it impacts the broader ecosystem of creativity, innovation, and freedom.

    The Haven Solution: Privacy Beyond Control

    This brings us to a powerful alternative that can protect private communication while addressing the challenges posed by crime and warfare: Haven, a groundbreaking social media app built with xx network technology. Haven secures communications between groups and individuals, ensuring that no one can compromise users’ privacy. Built on cutting-edge cryptography and the cMixx protocol, Haven guarantees anonymity and security for all interactions, fostering an environment where human potential can flourish without fear of surveillance or censorship.

    We believe in a future where communication remains free, private, and secure. Haven is more than just an app; it’s a movement towards reclaiming privacy as a human right. Let us come together to protect this right, ensuring that no government can strip individuals of their ability to communicate freely.

    If you believe in the power of private communication and the essential role it plays in freedom and human potential, join us on https://haven.xx.network. Together, we can protect our voices and ensure that communication remains secure and private for all.

    Start using Haven today and take back your right to secure, private communication.

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    The xx coin: What Is It? https://xx.network/blog/the-xx-coin-what-is-it/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 21:01:47 +0000 https://xx.network/?p=26851 The xx coin represents your voice in the network. It’s used to vote, exchange value, and incentivize you to run a server or node, and it gives uncensorable access to the most private decentralized communications network in the world. [...]

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    Communication is the foundation of the Internet. Social media, news, shopping, and educational platforms are all underpinned by the ability to communicate across the world, at any time, with anyone. We form relationships, we learn, we grow, and we share our lives and our secrets online – and up until now, we’ve done it by selling our identities to the most powerful companies in the world.

    The xx network is a revolution in the way we build and use the communications platforms that make the Internet so ubiquitous in our daily lives. The xx network provides private communications infrastructure that isn’t owned by a corporation, individual, or government. On top of that, the xx network can’t scoop up your data or your identity, and it can’t be censored – nor be discovered – even by the most determined actors. Ensured by cryptography, the xx network is owned and operated by its users, meaning you can run the servers and make the decisions.

    The xx coin represents your voice in the network. It’s used to vote, exchange value, and incentivize you to run a server or node, and it gives uncensorable access to the most private decentralized communications network in the world. The full rundown on the xx network’s tokenomics can be found here, and we’ve put together a high-level overview of the xx coin below for those of you who are interested in helping build a truly protected digital society.

    What is xx coin?

    xx coin is the native digital currency of the xx network. This secure digital currency can be traded among individuals and institutions and all xx coin wallets are embedded with quantum-secure keys which will protect your assets in the event of a quantum computing breakthrough.

    On top of that, xx coin plays an essential role in incentivizing network participation and decentralized governance through xx network’s multifaceted, tokenized reward structure.

    xx Governance & Rewards

    The xx chain uses a Nominated Proof of Stake (NPoS) protocol to secure the network economically. The network’s decentralized governance mechanisms allow every xx coin holder to propose, second, and vote in the referendums that shape the network. These referendums may modify the code of the network, add new features, change economic structures, and control just about every aspect of the platform.

    More specifically, the xx network will use nominated staking to incentivize all coin holders to participate in node selection, operation, bonding, and governance. There are four main ways to contribute to the xx network and start earning xx coins: 

    1. Run an active node: xx coin holders can become an xx network node operator and earn xx coins in exchange for helping secure the network. Prospective validators must stake a minimum of 1,000 xx coins and attract nominations and stakes from the community to be elected. Once elected, every validator is equal, meaning their xx coin staking rewards are not proportional to the validator’s stake, but rather determined by a point-based system that measures each validator’s relative blockchain performance (uptime, block production, etc.). Today, it takes over 100k xx in nominations to become a node on the xx network blockchain.
    2. Nominate an active node: xx network users who do not want to become validators can stake their coins and nominate validators in order to vote on governance proposals and nominate nodes in the network. These Nominators earn interest on the tokens they have staked on active nodes every “era” according to an interest rate curve and the specific commission and performance of the node. Nominations of active nodes can be manually chosen via the
    3. Build an xx app: The xx Foundation has launched a special grant initiative to jumpstart the development and deployment of privacy preserving  dApps using the xxDK. The program will award individual grants of up to 1,000,000 xx coins for each successful submission, from an initial pool of 10,000,000 xx coins, and the xx Foundation will also be involved as advisors for every grant project accepted at this stage.
    4. Grow the xx ecosystem: the xx network’s treasury was created to fund bounties and rewards for ongoing development of the xx ecosystem through activities proposed by the council, the tech committee, or the community at large. Join the xx Discord and Telegram to learn more about new community initiatives and contribute new ideas for how to grow the xx ecosystem.

    xx nodes are essential to the security and core operations of the xx network, and node rewards are composed of a share of the fees paid into the network plus an inflationary reward of newly minted xx coins. That said, we understand that running a full node requires some expertise, time, and money to acquire and maintain the requisite computing hardware and minimum bond amount. That’s why we’ve incorporated node nominations and other reward mechanisms – so every active xx user has the ability to participate in xx network’s governance and development and earn xx coins for their contributions.

    xx coin Ecosystem Usage

    The xx network was founded on the belief that no matter where you are in the world, you should be able to communicate and transact privately without worrying about whether your digital footprint can be viewed or compromised by any external party. That’s why our open-source technology is designed to enable two primary functions: private communications and secure payments, both of which are planned to rely on a mix of free and paid “postage,” the unit that quantifies the amount of computing power and bandwidth required to transmit data privately across the xx network.

    • Private communications: Usage of the xx network’s private communication layer is designed to be accessible to anyone with a suitable mobile phone. The system is currently designed to be free to use for xx user accounts who stake or burn a small number of xx coins in order to acquire free postage. 

    This allotted free postage is sufficient for most users’ day-to-day messaging needs. However, organizations and independent developers who want to deploy and operate dApps and smart contracts on the xx network will need to pay for additional bandwidth using xx coins. In the future, we will roll out additional mechanisms for acquiring and using free postage in order to benefit regular xx users, but the demand for xx coin will continue to grow as more privacy-minded businesses and builders use the xx network to communicate en masse.

    • Secure payments: Every xx coin on the network is held in an account or wallet that is seeded with the strongest type of quantum-secure cryptography known. This ensures that, unlike traditional banking or other cryptocurrencies, not only are your individual coins protected from the rapid development of quantum computers, but just as importantly the infrastructure securing your coins is protected from systemic risk.

    While xx network messaging is currently free to use, the xx community may adopt a postage system in which all xx coin holders would have rate-limited access to the network depending on their needs. As envisioned, all xx accounts would automatically accrue free postage gradually over time to ensure that xx network remains universally accessible. Advanced messaging functionality, enterprise adoption, and integration with other blockchains or dApps will require additional postage gained by purchasing xx coins. The xx network’s unique network architecture is structured in a way that enables every new node to provide additional transaction processing power and relay capacity. This means that as the number of xx nodes increases, both security and performance improve. These scaling characteristics thereby enable a virtuous cycle of growth, in which validator revenue increases as network utilization increases, which then allows the network to onboard and support additional nodes and further increase capacity.

    xx coin and the Future of Privacy

    xx network’s economic model is designed to accelerate the inherent utility of a scalable, quantum-secure coin and leverage the growth and versatility of the platform’s native private messaging functionalities. In that respect, we believe the xx coin is essential to the future of online privacy.

    We believe that your financial life and activity should be enriched and not threatened by technology, and our entire privacy-enhancing ecosystem is underpinned by xx coin, in terms of both on-chain governance and dApp development and usage. The positive flywheel effects made possible through the xx network’s quantum-resistant, stake-based consensus protocols enable the user growth and scale required to create a truly global, truly decentralized community of users.

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