MiniMoni: Combining HLS with Payword

Existing micropayment systems struggle to achieve widespread adoption for continuous video streaming due to scalability limitations, security vulnerabilities related to token management, and tight coupling with specific video players. MiniMoni addresses these challenges by integrating the widely supported HTTP Live Streaming (HLS) protocol with PayWord, embedding payments directly into segment HTTP requests for atomic payment and delivery. The solution is implemented using player-agnostic integration and a secure browser extension for isolated token management, along with a three-step relay mechanism for secure inter-component communication. As such, MiniMoni provides a scalable and secure approach to continuous streaming monetization without requiring player-specific modifications.