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Proof-of-Stake
No Incentive? Algorand Blockchain Sparks Debate at Cryptography Event
Should incentives in blockchain systems be a last resort? The developer of the Algorand proof-of-stake system thinks so, but other experts disagree.

With Ethereum 'Ice Age' Incoming, Momentum Builds for Miner Pay Cut
A vote currently taking place on ethereum's mining rewards system has motivated a big response from the community.

A (Short) Guide to Blockchain Consensus Protocols
Bitcoin's consensus mechanism is great, but it isn't perfect. This article looks at some of the more viable public blockchain alternatives.

Ethereum Economics Gets Spotlight in Vitalik Buterin EDCON Keynote
A new talk by ethereum's creator gave insight into the future of the world's second-largest public blockchain network.

Rethinking Proof of Work: The Quest to 'Improve' Bitcoin Heats Up
The system that secures bitcoin, proof of work, demands vast amounts of energy – and that's a prize problem to solve, say researchers.

Where's Casper? Inside Ethereum's Race to Reinvent its Blockchain
A dive into Casper, the forthcoming protocol that could radically change the rules of one of the largest blockchain networks.

Ethereum's Creator Proves Blockchain Scaling Vision is No Joke
Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin gave a lengthy speech at Devcon2 this week focused on efforts to scale the protocol.

Fledgling Altcoin NXT Now Listed on BTER Exchange
New altcoin NXT uses 100% proof of stake - and plans many other new features.
