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PoW or PoS? 🌍⚡ Two mechanisms that decide who to trust in the blockchain. Pros, cons, and key differences explained in this thread. Read to learn more! 💡 #Blockchain #Crypto #ProofOfWork #ProofOfStake What’s better: Proof of Work (PoW) or Proof of Stake (PoS)? The two main blockchain consensus mechanisms. Let’s break down how they work and their pros/cons. 🧵👇 🤔 What is consensus? It’s the process that helps blockchain participants agree on which transactions are valid—without needing a central authority! This is where PoW and PoS come in. Proof of Work (PoW) Computers (miners) solve complex puzzles. The first to solve it adds the block and earns a reward. Used by Bitcoin. Pros: ✅ High security Cons: ❌ Huge energy consumption Proof of Stake (PoS) Blocks are created by participants who “stake” their coins. The bigger the stake, the higher the chance to validate a block. Ethereum moved to PoS in 2022 (The Merge). Pros: ✅ Energy efficient Cons: ❌ Risk of centralization
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💡 Key Difference In PoW, security = computing power. In PoS, security = staked coins. PoW demands massive electricity, while PoS is more energy-friendly but still relatively new. 👨‍⚖️ How to choose? PoW = proven security, perfect for networks like Bitcoin. PoS = scalability and energy efficiency, great for newer projects. 🔮 The Future The blockchain industry is shifting toward PoS due to its eco-friendliness. But PoW remains trusted for its stability and security. What do you think about PoW and PoS? Which mechanism do you prefer? Share your thoughts below! 👇
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