Sustainability attacks on blockchain platforms

Many blockchain protocols are designed assuming a rational actor who would act aiming to become richer by minimizing the cost. The current geopolitical situation brings a new perspective on the threat actor motivation and abilities. Authoritarian leaders and governments can disrupt the national-scale infrastructures. Millions' human rights are violated, unfair and uncontrollable wealth distribution, corrupted voting systems, and invasive surveillance, as many other geopolitical dynamics could be solved or created by blockchain platforms. 

 

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Tags: blockchain, Geophysics, security, threat intelligence, Sustainable Developments Goals (SDGs)
Published Apr. 6, 2026 11:28 PM - Last modified Apr. 6, 2026 11:28 PM

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