Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has recently shed light on the progress of decentralized acceleration in his detailed review article titled “d/acc: one year later.” Published on January 6th, the piece explores critical developments in AI governance, the pivotal role of cryptocurrency within d/acc, and funding mechanisms for public goods. Buterin emphasizes the necessity of establishing stringent accountability measures within the AI landscape. He advocates for a global pause protocol in high-capacity industries, aimed at significantly reducing computational power in critical scenarios.
Buterin elucidates the interconnectedness of d/acc and cryptocurrency through three core aspects: the extension of core values, an engaged early adopter community, and technological synergies. He underscores the contributions from the crypto space, particularly in prediction markets and zero-knowledge proofs. Moreover, he introduces innovative funding models such as quadratic funding and retroactive funding, showcasing their vital role in supporting open-source development. While acknowledging the hurdles posed by swift technological evolution, Buterin remains optimistic about leveraging advancements in AI and biotechnology to tackle these complexities.