Distributed Trust - Is “Blockchain” the Answer?

Explore the complexities of designing reliable systems in the face of misbehaving participants in this keynote address from USENIX ATC '21/OSDI '21. Delve into various examples and their unique solutions, examining the common assumption that blockchain inherently provides "Byzantine robustness." Analyze different problems and approaches, evaluating the potential benefits of blockchain integration. Learn from Radia Perlman, a Dell Technologies Fellow renowned for her contributions to network routing protocols and security. Gain insights into self-stabilizing network routing technology, the spanning tree algorithm, and advancements in network security. Benefit from Perlman's extensive expertise, recognized through numerous industry honors and her authorship of influential textbooks on interconnections and network security.