Blockchains rely on consensus mechanisms to verify transactions, but why does it matter if a network is proof-of-work (PoW) or proof-of-stake (PoS)? In this guide, we’ll break down PoW vs. PoS in simple terms, explaining how each method ensures blockchain security while addressing the pros and cons and features of each. Here’s what to know in 2024. In this guide: What is…
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In Brief Vitalik Buterin has responded to community concerns regarding the network’s transition from PoW to PoS. Buterin emphasized the necessity and benefits of this shift, citing concerns over PoW’s centralization. Despite Ethereum’s successful transition to PoS, regulatory scrutiny, particularly from the SEC, persists. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has responded to community concerns about the…
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