Putting the list of every chunk hash into a single index file like this means that index file can grow in size progressively, becoming bloated for very large files. This is the flaw of IPFS Merkle DAGs and Cherry Trees.

The index file should be chunked too, which is what Scionic Merkle Trees finally achieved after a lot of hard work.

This ensures every bit of data transmitted is evenly chunked. It’s a standard that matches the efficiency of Classic Merkle Tree used in Bitcoin (where everything transmitted is chunked) but with the folder abilities the classic trees lack.

Just FYI for anyone reading who know of both. 🏝️