Popler: Democratizing Prime Number Discovery

Technical Whitepaper v1.0

Popler is a distributed computing platform that revolutionizes prime number discovery by combining accessible mining, fair rewards, and efficient mathematical computations. Unlike traditional cryptocurrency mining that focuses on arbitrary hashing algorithms, or existing distributed prime-finding platforms that only reward major discoveries, Popler creates an ecosystem where participants are rewarded for contributing computational resources to meaningful mathematical research while maintaining true decentralization through blockchain technology.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

1.1 Background

The discovery of large prime numbers has been a cornerstone of both pure mathematics and modern cryptography. Current approaches to distributed prime number discovery face several limitations:

1.2 The Popler Solution

Popler addresses these limitations through:

2. Technical Architecture

2.1 System Overview

Task Distribution and Communication Flow
User's Machine Browser-based Miner Popler Server Task Management System Random Draw Logic Base Entry + PPLR Tokens Task Queue Result Collection Heartbeat Task Assignment Task Result 1. User's machine maintains constant heartbeat with Popler Server 2. Server assigns tasks based on weighted random selection 3. User's machine performs computation and returns results 4. Process repeats as long as user remains connected

2.2 ECPP Implementation

Popler utilizes the Elliptic Curve Primality Proving (ECPP) algorithm for prime verification. The platform breaks down ECPP computations into discrete tasks that can be distributed across the network, independently verified, and efficiently processed by varying hardware configurations.

2.3 Task Distribution

The Popler main server employs a weighted random selection process for task distribution. Users receive one base entry in the selection pool, with additional entries granted for each PPLR token held in their wallet at login and each PPLR token previously awarded. Tasks are assigned every second to available users after verifying minimum hardware requirements.

3. Token Economics

3.1 PPLR Token

The PPLR token has an initial supply of 1,000,000,000 tokens. Additional minting occurs only when necessary to meet specific reward obligations. The token serves multiple purposes within the ecosystem:

3.2 Reward Structure

Popler implements three distinct reward mechanisms:

Regular Mining Rewards

Distributed based on task completion timing, with award timing determined by the formula:

X = (log²(last_prime)) / number_of_awards
Note: The logic governing Regular Mining Rewards is subject to change at any time to optimize system performance and fairness.

Prime Discovery Pool

Mersenne Prime Pool

4. Validation and Security

Every computation requires three independent validations, with validators selected through the same weighted random process as miners. Results are compared for consensus, and there is no specialized validator role - all participants are eligible.

5. Accessibility

Participation requires only:

6. Future Development

Short-term goals include platform stability optimization, user interface improvements, and enhanced reward distribution mechanisms. Long-term vision encompasses expanded mathematical computation capabilities, advanced task distribution algorithms, and increased network efficiency through decentralization.

Note: This whitepaper describes the intended functionality of the Popler platform. Actual implementation details may vary, and all aspects of the system are subject to modification for optimization and security purposes.