The faster they rise, the harder they fall. EMC2 is building a solid foundation. 900-1000 satoshi for epoch 2 is fine with me.
I'm sure dev team will have another algo fully tested but won't implement it unless necessary.
-tb-
They did in fact text X11 on the testnet a while back
If EMC2 went for X11 it would have tanked very hard after the pump on Kimoto Gravity exploit. DigiShield is probably the best option for now. All other algorithms need special settings and most shy away, even I couldn't get say Scrypt-N to mine, had some issues with X11 .. but it's just easier this way.
If it ain't broken, don't fix it...
-tb-
Well that's a vote for "no innovation". I'd love to hear you are still mining at xxx Kh/s against one guy mining at 250 MH/s and dumping at 500 then 300 then 150 satoshis.
I'm a gambling man. I'm willing to put up a few btc in an escrow of your choice (reputable of course) and say the dumping you mentioned won't happen.
I will be the guy with three new asic when they deliver and will be mining and holding EMC2... and if the team switch algo, I will adapt.
-tb-
I will take that bet if we agree to certain conditions:
1.)
Algorithm. Must stay current Scrypt in order for bet to be valid. Adaptives or other variables not eligible.
2.)
Dumping. Must be clearly defined by volume and prices. I will think about this and would take input from suggestions.
3.)
Time period. Obviously we should start immediately after agreeing to conditions. I am assuming in 120-days ASICs should be prolific, so that seems like a good figure.
4.)
Escrow and amount. I do not have any escrow suggestions, maybe someone out there can advise? I would like to wager 1 BTC.