Here are some nice, short, historical thoughts on protocol design and the implications for #bitcoin by Gavin Andresen. Crypto Voices chapter 14 is available here now for easy listening and learning!
https://soundcloud.com/cryptovoices/chapter-14-gavin-andresen-designing-for-success-nov-2015
Come have a listen!
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