Proof-of-Stake
Devcon3 Preview: 6 Talks to Watch At Ethereum's Developer Summit
Can't make it to ethereum's annual Devcon summit? Catch the livestream and tune in for CoinDesk's six talks to watch.
Staking Sidechains? New Paper Proposes Twist on Bitcoin Tech
A new proposal considers how bitcoin sidechains might be secured using a system similar to those being discussed in experimental proof-of-stake models.
Seeing Ghosts: Vitalik Is Finally Formalizing Ethereum's Casper Upgrade
Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin has finally begun formalizing his vision for proof-of-stake in a series of long-awaited white papers.
Ethereum's Big Switch: The New Roadmap to Proof-of-Stake
Ethereum's developers are offering more clarity on how the network is preparing for its biggest change yet.
Ethereum's Difficulty Bomb: All Smoke, No Fire?
Members of the ethereum community mostly seem unconcerned about an upcoming technical change, despite risks inherent in the update.
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.
