2025-12-30 11:23:39

Once, BitTorrent revolutionized file sharing with the world's largest decentralized P2P network—offering lightning-fast download speeds and incredibly high efficiency. How big is this network? Over 100 million active users, with product installations surpassing 1 billion devices, making it a fundamental part of the internet infrastructure.

The turning point arrived. In July 2018, TRON successfully acquired BitTorrent and its entire product line. The significance of this deal goes beyond a technical acquisition; it opens up new possibilities for distributed content delivery. After integrating blockchain technology, BitTorrent is no longer just a download tool—it is evolving into a key component of the Web3 ecosystem.

Imagine: when P2P networks meet blockchain incentive mechanisms, and decentralized file distribution is truly realized, what kind of chemical reaction will occur in user engagement and network efficiency? This is the direction BitTorrent aims to explore in the new era. From a technical perspective, this fusion represents a microcosm of the internet's evolution from centralization to decentralization.

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ZKProofEnthusiast

· 19h ago

Brother Sun, this acquisition looked good at the time, but now it seems like there's not much movement... What about the incentive mechanism?

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PerennialLeek

· 19h ago

Bro, I like the combo of BT plus blockchain incentives, but I'm worried it might just become a new way to harvest retail investors.

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GasFeeCryBaby

· 19h ago

BT, this old brand, can really be played with. P2P combined with blockchain incentives indeed shows imagination, but I wonder if TRON's current move can truly be implemented...

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SatoshiLeftOnRead

· 19h ago

This phrase sounds nice, but can BT really have a second spring in Web3? I remain skeptical.

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DoomCanister

· 19h ago

BT's move is truly impressive, upgrading from a simple download tool to Web3 infrastructure. TRON's vision is indeed sharp. Once the incentive mechanism is implemented, how much energy can this thing unleash? Just thinking about it is exciting. Speaking of which, can decentralized file distribution really beat centralized CDNs, or is it just hype? Back in the day, BT's position in the industry was solid. With on-chain support now, can it make a comeback? With a base of a billion devices, combined with efficiency and incentives, this combo truly has potential. I'm a bit curious about what the actual implementation will look like. Hopefully, it doesn't end up just being a front for scamming users.

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