Consensus Mechanisms

What is Staking Crypto? What Does Proof-of-Stake (PoS) Mean in Crypto?

Many believe that PoS algorithms are critical to blockchain technology as it expands in scale and complexity. Learn why.

Types of Nodes: Light Nodes, Full Nodes, and Masternodes

Learn about the various nodes that undergird a blockchain and why it can be so critical to reward them — especially the masternodes.

Types of Blockchains: PoW, PoS, and Private

Not all blockchains are created equal; their diverse consensus mechanisms have unique implications for accessibility, security, and sustainability.

Proof of Stake vs. Delegated Proof of Stake

PoS and DPoS are algorithms that drive blockchains to reach consensus efficiently and democratically.

Varieties of Proof of Stake: LPoS, PPoS, HPoS, PoV

There are several variations of Proof-of-Stake, each with its own solution to achieve effective, resource-efficient network governance.

Blockchain Consensus Mechanisms Beyond PoW and PoS

PoW and PoS are the most well-known thanks to Bitcoin and Ethereum, but there are many other consensus mechanisms powering the blockchain ecosystem.

Ignite (Tendermint) and The Cosmos Network

The Ignite protocol — along with its suite of infrastructural products — is allowing developers to build dApps and blockchains on the Cosmos Hub Network.

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