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RFC-0013: Return path incentivization

  • RFC Number: 0013
  • Title: Return path incentivization
  • Status: Raw
  • Author(s): [Name (@GitHubHandle)]
  • Created: YYYY-MM-DD
  • Updated: YYYY-MM-DD
  • Version: v0.1.0 (Raw)
  • Supersedes: none
  • Related Links: none

1. Abstract​

This RFC is a placeholder for future work on return path incentivization in the HOPR protocol. The specification is currently in development and will define mechanisms to incentivize relay nodes on return paths for bidirectional communication.

2. Motivation​

[This section to be completed during development]

3. Terminology​

[This section to be completed during development]

4. Specification​

Comprehensive description of the proposed solution, including:

  • Protocol overview
  • Technical details (data formats, APIs, endpoints)
  • Supported use cases
  • Diagrams (stored in assets/ and referenced as ![Diagram](assets/diagram-name.png))

5. Design Considerations​

Discuss critical design decisions, trade-offs, and justification for chosen approaches over alternatives.

6. Compatibility​

Address backward compatibility, migration paths, and impact on existing systems.

7. Security Considerations​

Identify potential security risks, threat models, and mitigation strategies.

8. Drawbacks​

Discuss potential downsides, risks, or limitations associated with the proposed solution.

9. Alternatives​

Outline alternative approaches that were considered and reasons for their rejection.

10. Unresolved Questions​

Highlight questions or issues that remain open for discussion.

11. Future Work​

Suggest potential areas for future exploration, enhancements, or iterations.

12. References​

None.