Design principles

In designing the functionality of the platform we were guided by the following principles:

• End-to-end argument⁵
  • Small execution platform - the system is extended by adding services.
  • Very small set of required network protocols, other protocols can be used freely as long as the endpoints agree.
  • No prescribed contracts
  • No prescribed electronic payment mechanism or currency.
• No central authorities
• Openness
• Extendability