Handshake HNS

Handshake is a decentralized and permissionless naming protocol that aims to create an alternative to existing Certificate Authorities and naming systems. It operates on a peer-to-peer network where every peer validates and manages the root DNS naming zone. The goal is to eliminate the reliance on centralized actors for internet names, such as top-level domains and social networking handles, which are susceptible to hacking, censorship, and corruption. Handshake is considered to be a significant innovation in the crypto space and has the potential to surpass Bitcoin in terms of its impact.

Handshake stands out among other cryptocurrencies due to its focus on creating a more secure, resilient, and socially useful internet through a peer-to-peer system that is validated by the network's participants. It aims to experiment with new ways to enhance internet security and utility. Additionally, Handshake has been described as one of the most exciting innovations in the crypto space and has the potential to surpass the popularity of Bitcoin. Its allocation of coins towards the FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) community without any obligations further sets it apart by involving relevant stakeholders in decentralized software and tools.