In the vigorous development of blockchain technology, the fate of domestic public chains is closely tied to open source strategies. By deeply analyzing industry trends and actual cases, we can draw a clear conclusion: the open source model is crucial for the survival and development of domestic public chains.

Open source is not just a technical choice; it is the cornerstone of a prosperous public chain ecosystem. It provides developers with a transparent code environment, facilitating comprehensive project reviews by the community, thus enhancing overall security. At the same time, open source also provides fertile ground for innovation, allowing developers to perform deep customization and functional expansion based on existing foundations, which is essential for building an active ecosystem.

Although there theoretically exist non-open source technical paths, in practice, this model faces numerous challenges. A closed codebase struggles to gain the trust and support of the community, and it cannot fully leverage the advantages of decentralized networks. In the fiercely competitive blockchain market, projects lacking openness find it difficult to attract enough developers and users, raising concerns about their long-term survival prospects.

Looking at successful public chain projects both domestically and internationally, open source has become a common phenomenon. Domestic public chains represented by BNB Chain, Tron, and OKX Chain have all chosen the path of open source development. These projects not only make their underlying code public but also actively encourage community participation to jointly promote technological innovation and ecosystem expansion. Projects like NEO and Qtum have successfully integrated the advantages of different Blockchain technologies through open source strategies, making significant contributions to the development of the smart economy and decentralized applications.

The open source model brings not only technical transparency to domestic public chains but also a philosophy of ecological construction. It promotes the sharing of knowledge and iterative innovation, winning broader community support and market recognition for projects. In future development, domestic public chains that adhere to the open source philosophy are more likely to stand out in global competition and become a backbone force in the blockchain technology revolution.

As an industry observer, I believe that domestic public chains should more firmly embrace open source culture, not only by opening up their code but also by actively cultivating developer communities and encouraging innovative practices. Only in this way can they maintain vitality and achieve long-term development in the fierce international competition. At the same time, policymakers should also recognize the importance of open source in promoting the development of the blockchain industry, providing appropriate support and guidance to help domestic public chains shine on the global stage.