Consensus cryptocurrency, also known as a consensus algorithm, refers to the method by which participants in a decentralized network agree on the validity and order of transactions occurring on a blockchain. It ensures that all participants have a consistent copy of the transaction ledger without relying on a central authority.
There are several types of consensus algorithms used by different cryptocurrencies:
1. Proof of Work (PoW): This algorithm requires participants, known as miners, to solve complex mathematical puzzles to validate transactions. The first miner to solve the puzzle gets to add the next block to the blockchain. Bitcoin is the most popular cryptocurrency that uses PoW.
2. Proof of Stake (PoS): In this algorithm, individuals can mine or validate transactions based on the number of coins they hold. The more coins a participant has, the more mining power they possess. Ethereum is switching to a PoS-based consensus algorithm called Ethereum 2.0 in the future.
3. Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS): This algorithm combines the concepts of PoS with a voting system. Token holders vote for a group of delegates who are responsible for validating transactions, which enhances scalability. EOS and Tron are examples of cryptocurrencies that use DPoS.
4. Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT): BFT algorithms aim to reach consensus in the presence of malicious actors or faulty nodes. Byzantine Fault Tolerant systems, such as Hyperledger Fabric and Ripple, can tolerate failures and ensure agreement on transaction ordering.
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