It stands for proof of stake; an alternative consensus mechanism to proof of work (PoW) for blockchains. Instead of consuming...

An alternative consensus mechanism to proof of work (PoW) for blockchains. Instead of consuming computing power to validate transactions, validators,...

The first block of a blockchain, i.e., the very first block upon which additional blocks are appended over time subject...

In blockchain, a fork is the event arising from a blockchain diverging into two potential paths forward, reflecting a change...

It stands for proof of work; a form of cryptographic proofing mechanism whereby one community member (the prover) provides to...

A form of cryptographic proofing mechanism whereby one community member (the prover) provides to others (the verifiers) a proof that...

A shared, immutable digital ledger where transactions are recorded and assets are tracked in a distributed network. An asset can...

A file that is permanently stored by and on a blockchain, which contains relevant transaction data. A block is designed...

An acronym for initial exchange offering- or ICO as a service (IaaS); a process in which cryptocurrencies (broadly, digital assets:...

An initial exchange offering (IEO) - or ICO as a service (IaaS) - is a process in which cryptocurrencies (broadly,...