[wmf]

Once you have the pointer (which includes the decryption key), can't you then send a normal DMCA takedown?

[siliconc0w]

The theoretical service uses distributed RAID6 -it detects the downed file - builds it back from distributed parity - and bans your client by hardware UUID. Your last known coordinates gathered from bluetooth/wifi/gps are broadcasted to local library users so they can ask you what's up.

[wmf]

Oh, I thought you were talking about Mega, not science fiction.

[siliconc0w]

Auto repairing distributed storage, client link tracking, and banning devices by hardware ID are actually all pretty common.

The bit about the users is a bit hyperbolic but could also easily be done. They could get rewarded with virtual avatar gear to protest on your lawn for messing with their library.

[jMyles]

There's nothing scifi about this solution. It's as mundane as tor or even, in some ways, bittorrent.

[nightcracker]

No, that would be arguing that someone's home is public space just because you found the key on the street.