Hey everyone, Sam Patterson from OpenBazaar and OB1 here. We're excited about this funding, and I'm happy to take any questions you might have.<p>We're always looking for developers on the project as well. It's open source, and primarily python. Here's the repo:<p><a href="https://github.com/OpenBazaar/OpenBazaar" rel="nofollow">https://github.com/OpenBazaar/OpenBazaar</a><p>We have a particular interest in folks with p2p networking knowledge, but welcome devs with any background.
So, does this mean enough resources now to get OpenBazaar working on Tor ?? (an open network that helps defend against network surveillance that harms personal freedom and privacy, confidential business activities and associations)<p>Or, does this money mean that is never going to happen and those of us who care should fork off the MIT license and/or watch other projects?
Not sure why anyone would invest in this which is strange because if Andreeson is investing you would think it would be obvious as to why, but this one I just dont get. After all the drama with SR, sure you can piggy back off of that hype and user base, but your biggest problem is going to be getting away from the stigma of being an underground marketplace. I would be staying as far away from the "police-free" marketing terms as possible, seems like startup suicide if you ask me. Maybe im not seeing something though, as the founders and investors are clearly smart people.
Given the wait time for BTC confirmation, could it be feasible to use the OpenBazaar network for "Download Now" type transactions, where the buyer's expectation is for more or less <i>immediate</i> gratification?