AMA with Dmitry Gerasimov, October 31, 2024

Hello everyone, I’m Dmitry Gerasimov, CEO of Demlabs and lead of the Cellframe Network project. Welcome to our regular AMA session! We’ve received many questions today, so let’s dive right in.

How was the Blockchain Life forum? Were you able to attract new investors, or are they still skeptical about the potential of quantum technologies?

We didn’t focus on finding new investors, but Cellframe made a significant impression at the event. There was a lot of buzz about us, and I even served as a jury member on the Startup Pitch, which was fantastic. As for investors, their outlook has evolved — they’re less skeptical about quantum technology, though some remain cautious, especially regarding our claim of being quantum-proof. However, it’s straightforward for technical experts to verify our quantum-proof algorithm.

Are there any upcoming plans for airdrops or rewards for CF-20 mainnet token holders?

No plans for airdrops. If you see a CELL airdrop, it’s a scam. The only rewards we offer are for our staking program and masternodes.

When will the Cellframe network be ready for the launch of decentralized applications (t-dApps)?

It’s already ready. We have a VPN and a decentralized exchange up and running.

Upon launching a masternode, can the master role be obtained in only one network or multiple networks at once?

No limitations. If you have enough CPU and memory, you can operate on multiple networks simultaneously from a single node.

Does the project team have plans to reduce the number of m-tokens required to launch a masternode?

This proposal will be available for community voting on our voting site. We’re moving towards a community-driven model, and a special site for such votes will be launched soon.

Is it currently possible to purchase a pre-configured Cellframe hardware node from Node.sys?

Yes, it’s available for pre-order in our shop and on the Node.sys website. We plan to start processing pre-orders within a week, so please fill out the form if you’re interested.

Will it be possible to connect the Cellframe Dashboard to an external masternode either locally or over the internet? For example, if a user has a masternode running on one PC, can the Cellframe Dashboard be accessed on a different device?

Yes, we’re working on this feature. The next release of the Cellframe Dashboard will support it.

Is there potential for implementing two-factor authentication (2FA) and login using an authenticator app for the Cellframe Dashboard?

For this feature, we need a specific component: a custodian service. Implementing this is an entirely different process, as it requires extensive legal work. I would actually prefer for an external entity to build and manage such a custodian service.

Without a third-party custodian to securely hold your keys, implementing 2FA or similar services like digital legacy inheritance or account recovery is impossible. Even 2FA alone would be ineffective without a custodian service, unfortunately. I understand that 2FA is convenient for users, but implementing it without the support of a custodian service is simply not possible.

Could PayPal be integrated into the Cellframe Dashboard so that it can be used for buying and selling CELL tokens?

I believe we will work with payment aggregators rather than directly with PayPal, as direct implementation is more challenging. I think we need to remain in the top 10 for more than two years before PayPal would consider implementing such a feature directly. However, there are smaller aggregators that handle Visa payments, PayPal payments, and other payment methods, and we may look to integrate some of them.

Is it possible to link Ledger or Trezor to the Cellframe Dashboard? If not, is this functionality planned for the future?

This feature isn’t currently available, but we’re planning to add it.

Is collaboration with Ledger and other hardware wallets being considered for quantum protection integration?

Yes, I spoke with representatives from Ledger at Blockchain Life. However, this will require a technical investigation due to the limitations of Ledger’s hardware.

How is the development of the hard fork mechanism progressing?

There are just a few things left to add. We need to implement additional protection for the Genesis Block line. When we perform a hard fork, we focus on multiple Genesis Blocks rather than just one, in order to avoid breaking the block size limit. We also need to include a special decree to finalize this block line, along with some smaller updates for consensus. Once these tasks are completed, we will begin testing. We are nearing the finish line.

How does the team assess the presence and level of quantum protection in the Cellframe blockchain, given that quantum computers are not yet fully operational?

It’s sufficient to model this mathematically. We can assess the level of quantum protection using mathematical methods. The primary parameter for analysis is the amount of memory required for signature generation, which is calculated as the sum of the key size and the volume of intermediate data. Thus, we obtain the quantum volume needed to store all data within a quantum computer, even if it concerns merely preserving information rather than breaking it.

It’s important to note that the hacking process may require additional resources, leading to an increase in the total volume, which can reach billions, and sometimes even hundreds of billions of qubits. At the same time, all data must remain in a state of superposition throughout the entire computational process. If this condition is not met, the required volume of resources continues to grow, which can significantly complicate the task.

The issues of quantum protection for post-quantum algorithms do not concern me. I am much more worried about classical resilience, where nuances may arise.

Will Cellframe launch a campaign to attract dApps, like a “Cellframe Labs” program?

Yes, we plan to launch this after the first Cellframe auction.

Is quantum-resistant cloud computing in Cellframe’s future plans?

Yes, we have projects focused on cloud computing and decentralized computing, and we are looking to attract these initiatives into our ecosystem to enable the development of cloud computing solutions based on the Cellframe SDK. Additionally, we are planning to launch some specialized cloud computing services that will focus on AI calculations and processing, as well as general cloud computing. Our goal is to empower other members of the ecosystem to implement their solutions as well.

When will token creation be available on the CELL network?

It’s already possible to create tokens technically. However, we have a different policy for tokens listed on the backbone, which is a listing policy. We are considering some kind of auction or specific staking for token holders.

For you, community members, it is now possible to collaborate, select an idea for this token, and then execute it by creating a token comment in the Cellframe Node. This will place the token itself in a mempool. Then, inform our support team about it, providing the hash. With this hash, we will review the token. If everything is okay, we will publish it on the Backbone. So, the first community token will be published for free.

When will the airdrop be available for holders of the old token?

For all token holders, you can use the bridge, which accepts the old tokens, allowing them to be transferred to our native network, Backbone. I’m excited to announce that the two-way bridge is ready for everyone! We’ll launch it on Tuesday at 12 AM.

You can now transfer your old BSC tokens to our native network. After Tuesday, you can also transfer them back to BSC, and they will be converted to the new tokens.

Can Ethereum and Solana bridge to CELL for quantum safety, or will they pursue their own quantum-proof solutions?

Bridging alone won’t ensure quantum safety, it requires a native network. Only native Cellframe Network tokens are fully quantum-protected.

The maximum staking of 3% seems high. Could staking of 0.5% create more decentralization?

Yes, a maximum staking rate of 3% can seem high, while a rate of 0.5% might foster greater decentralization.

When will the Android node be available?

The developer version is already available. I recall that the APK exists, but it still requires some polishing. I expect the official release of the Android masternode in about a week or two. It’s already functional, but right now, it’s more suited for enthusiasts; the version for general users will be opened in about a week or two.

Will the Android masternode receive fees?

It ultimately depends on you. As I mentioned earlier, we will have a dedicated voting site where you can vote for the specific percentage that you believe is the best fit for our system.

Can the masternode collateral requirement be lowered through voting?

Yes, this will also be part of the voting mechanism, which is already present in Node, though the web component is still being developed.

How long will it take to integrate WASM smart contracts?

The team will assess this after the current bridge work, likely within a week or two.

Any updates on centralized exchange listings?

We’re in talks with the leading exchanges about integrating native CF-20, though I can’t provide a timeline just yet.

Will Cellframe’s blockchain be fully developed by the next bull run?

I’m uncertain if we’ll complete development before the bull run ends. Two-level sharding may be finished, but smart contracts could take longer.

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