Scalability discussions in crypto often fixate on protocol mechanics: throughput, consensus, and upgrade cadence. But real-world systems rarely fail at the consensus layer alone. They fail at the coordination layer.
Recent conversations around eCash’s replay protection schedule and Avalanche integration make this distinction clear. Avalanche enables coordinated protocol changes without rigid timelines — a genuine technical advancement.
Headless infrastructure doesn’t read chat rooms
Most infrastructure is automated, monitored by machines, and designed to run unattended. Expecting operators to rely on social platforms as a primary signaling mechanism does not scale globally.
Communication is infrastructure
RSS, signed feeds, and machine-readable announcement endpoints are not consensus changes. They are communication-layer upgrades that reduce information asymmetry and platform dependence.
Fork-free evolution still needs road signs
Faster protocol evolution increases the importance of reliable signaling. Communication layers complement consensus mechanisms by making change visible and automatable.