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Brian Behlendorf: How Hyperledger is Developing Foundational Blockchain Technology

Episode Summary

Hyperledger Executive Director and internet pioneer Brian Behlendorf joined us to discuss why blockchain technology needs an open-source, collaborative approach to developing its foundational technology.

Episode Notes

As a lead developer of the Apache webserver and founder of the Apache Software Foundation, Brian Behlendorf has played a central role in building internet architecture. Recently, he became Executive Director of the Hyperledger Project that aims to build foundational blockchain technology in an open-source, collaborative way.

Topics covered in this episode:

• Brian’s role in the development of the Apache server and Apache Software Foundation
• The flaws in how blockchain software is currently being developed
• Why blockchain needs a foundation to steer the development of its foundational technology
• The key lessons from the Apache Software Foundation that inform Hyperledger’s approach
• Hyperledger’s membership and organizational structure
• The role of software licenses and why he favors Apache

Episode links:

• Hyperledger Website
• Brian Behlendorf's Wikipedia page
• Brian Behlendorf's Website
• Blockchain Meetup Berlin Hyperledger Talk

This episode is hosted by Brian Fabian Crain and Meher Roy. Show notes and listening options: epicenter.tv/160