Consensus vs Proof of Stake
Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.
Consensus
beginner
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The process by which all participants in a blockchain network agree on the current state of the ledger, ensuring that all copies of the distributed database remain synchronized and that only valid transactions are recorded.
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intermediate
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Proof of Stake (PoS) is a blockchain consensus mechanism where validators are chosen to create new blocks and verify transactions based on the amount of cryptocurrency they stake, rather than computational power.
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