1/ Addressing the Rumors There have been claims that Cipher Protocol copied Privix’s code. Let’s break down why these accusations are baseless and clear the air once and for all. 🧵 @privixtoken
2/ Open Source vs. Closed Source Cipher Protocol is an open-source L1 chain. On the other hand, Privix claims to be non-open source, and their GitHub repository hasn’t even gone live yet. A closed-source codebase that isn’t public cannot be copied—period. @privixtoken
3/ Building on Open Source Innovation Cipher Protocol builds great things on top of open-source codebases. Open source enables innovation—just like how Binance Smart Chain or Avalanche evolved using Ethereum as inspiration. Cipher used open-source resources responsibly, as intended by the open-source community.
4/ Testnet Transparency Cipher Protocol has never engaged with Privix nor referenced their technology. Our testnet has been live since Mid December, yet @privixtoken made no attempt to contact us directly. Instead, they waited until now to make allegations-likely as an attention-seeking strategy. Furthermore, their claims that this is "their" technology are unsubstantiated, as no one holds a patent on EVM-based privacy technology. EVM-based blockchains are open for innovation, and any skilled team of developers with expertise in blockchain architecture can independently build privacy-focused solutions.
5/ Block Explorer Choice Cipher Protocol initially utilized an open-source block explorer from Blockscout, which is widely available in open repositories. We’ve since upgraded to an advanced explorer that surpasses Privix’s implementation. All of this is within the open-source ethos. @privixtoken
6/ Baseless Claims Privix claims their GitHub is closed. If no code has been made public, how could Cipher Protocol copy it? The accusations are unfounded and lack any technical basis. You can check their link, It doesn’t work. @privixtoken
7/ About Privix Layout & UI Inspiration One of the FUD seems to stem from the use of the @privixtoken Explorer design and an open-source UI. Cipher Protocol’s initial UI was inspired by privacy chains like Findora, which also provide privacy. Following this logic, would Privix then claim to have copied from Findora?
8/ The Bottom Line Cipher Protocol has always respected the principles of open source. Privix’s accusations are baseless, and we remain focused on building a robust, transparent ecosystem. Let’s put rumors aside and let our work speak for itself. @privixtoken
