Editing Design/Stakeholder Requirements (StRS) (section)

== 3.5 User Requirements ==

The Metapersona Stakeholder requirements consolidate down to the following needs:

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=== 3.5.1 Privacy ===

* PRIV-NEED-1: Zero metadata collection and retention for all operations
* PRIV-NEED-2: Strong anonymity guarantees with unlinkability
* PRIV-NEED-3: End-to-end encryption for all communications and data
* PRIV-NEED-4: Resistance to traffic analysis and correlation attacks
* PRIV-NEED-5: User control over privacy settings and data retention
* PRIV-NEED-6: Clear documentation of privacy features and implications
* PRIV-NEED-7: Private and untraceable value exchange &amp; transaction capabilities
* PRIV-NEED-8: Anonymous and censorship-resistant network routing &amp; communication

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=== 3.5.2 Security ===

* SEC-NEED-1: Comprehensive security testing and audits
* SEC-NEED-2: Formal verification for critical components
* SEC-NEED-3: Incident response mechanisms and recovery procedures
* SEC-NEED-4: Protection against state-level adversaries
* SEC-NEED-5: Secure key management and storage solutions
* SEC-NEED-6: Defense-in-depth architecture implementation
* SEC-NEED-7: Data verification
* SEC-NEED-8: Deterministic reproducibility of build system and all system components
* SEC-NEED-9: Complete audit trail and tamper detection of system changes and operations i.e signed version control

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=== 3.5.3 Sovereignty ===

* SOV-NEED-1: No central points of control or failure
* SOV-NEED-2: User sovereignty over data and identity
* SOV-NEED-3: Voluntary participation mechanisms and freedom of association
* SOV-NEED-4: Low exit costs and ability to leave or fork the system
* SOV-NEED-5: Resistance to capture and coercion
* SOV-NEED-6: Protection from state-level adversaries
* SOV-NEED-7: Transparency in system operations
* SOV-NEED-8: Independence from centralized control and institutional overreach

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=== 3.5.4 Technical ===

* TECH-NEED-1: Modular architecture for extensibility
* TECH-NEED-2: Comprehensive developer tools and documentation
* TECH-NEED-3: Testing and simulation environments
* TECH-NEED-4: Support for multiple programming languages
* TECH-NEED-5: Robust consensus
* TECH-NEED-6: Standardized protocols for cross-system interoperability
* TECH-NEED-7: Stable APIs for application development
* TECH-NEED-8: Clear licensing and copyright attribution
* TECH-NEED-10: Continuous integration/deployment infrastructure
* TECH-NEED-11: Code review and contribution workflow tools
* TECH-NEED-12: Multi-language documentation and translations
* TECH-NEED-13: Developer onboarding and mentorship resources

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=== 3.5.5 Data Preservation Needs ===

* DATA-NEED-1: Robust data preservation
* DATA-NEED-2: Redundant storage capabilities
* DATA-NEED-3: Format migration tools
* DATA-NEED-4: Public (Non-Identifying) Metadata management
* DATA-NEED-5: Long-term data accessibility
* DATA-NEED-6: Version control for preserved content
* DATA-NEED-7: Standardized metadata schemas
* DATA-NEED-8: Search and retrieval

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=== 3.5.6 Financial Freedom Needs ===

* FIN-NEED-1: Advanced market analysis tools with privacy preservation
* FIN-NEED-2: Portfolio management / Crypto price tracking
* FIN-NEED-3: Cross-chain operations and interoperability
* FIN-NEED-4: DeFi protocol integration without compromising anonymity
* FIN-NEED-5: High-performance trading infrastructure
* FIN-NEED-6: Atomic swaps and liquidity pool interactions
* FIN-NEED-7: Private yield farming and staking capabilities
* FIN-NEED-8: Variable order types and trading strategies
* FIN-NEED-9: Risk management and position monitoring tools
* FIN-NEED-11: Secure trade execution

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=== 3.5.7 Network Operation Needs ===

* OP-NEED-1: Performance monitoring and management tools
* OP-NEED-2: Economic incentives for sustainable operations
* OP-NEED-3: Clear performance metrics and diagnostics
* OP-NEED-4: Hardware optimization support
* OP-NEED-5: Automatic failover
* OP-NEED-6: High availability and uptime
* OP-NEED-7: Graceful degradation under stress
* OP-NEED-8: Self-healing capabilities
* OP-NEED-10: Privacy-preserving network management tools

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=== 3.5.8 Service Provider Needs ===

* PROV-NEED-1: Reliable platform services for sustainable businesses
* PROV-NEED-2: Privacy-preserving user discovery and engagement
* PROV-NEED-3: Integration capabilities with existing systems
* PROV-NEED-4: Sustainable business models preserving privacy

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=== 3.5.9 Community and Governance Needs ===

* GOV-NEED-1: Transparent operations and oversight
* GOV-NEED-2: Knowledge sharing and education platforms
* GOV-NEED-3: Fair incentive mechanisms
* GOV-NEED-4: Open participation
* GOV-NEED-5: Comprehensive education material
* GOV-NEED-6: Merit-based contribution
* GOV-NEED-7: Contributor recognition and credit attribution
* GOV-NEED-8: Community-driven roadmap planning
* GOV-NEED-9: Mentorship and skill development programs

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=== 3.5.10 Environmental Sustainability Needs ===

* ENV-NEED-1: Resource optimization and efficiency
* ENV-NEED-2: Environmental impact tracking
* ENV-NEED-3: Sustainable operations support
* ENV-NEED-4: Resilient infrastructure design

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