Proof of Work vs Proof of Stake

First published at 03:48 UTC on October 22nd, 2019.
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Proof of Work is Bitcoin's consensus mechanism and is often credited as the key piece that made cryptocurrency work. But what is Proof of Stake, how does it work, and is it really a viable alternative to the Proof of Work consensus algorithm?

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CategoryScience & Technology
SensitivityNormal - Content that is suitable for ages 16 and over
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