As blockchains become more viable for real-world applications, developers are seeking more efficient ways of achieving consensus. The Proof of Authority (PoA) consensus is similar to both the Proof of ...

In a blockchain network where participants remain anonymous, a dependable coordination mechanism is essential. The “proof” acts as confirmation that a participant has met the requirements to validate ...

Bitcoin miners collect and broadcast transactions in a block and verify their validity. Then they apply a cryptographic hash function of the previous block’s header to the new block. Finally, they try ...