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Finding Consensus 4/4: Alternative Consensus Mechanisms
Finding Consensus 4/4: Alternative Consensus Mechanisms
Part four of the mini series on finding consensus in a blockchain context — fascinating alternative consensus mechanisms
Till Antonio Mahler
Feb 6, 2019
Finding Consensus 3/4: Proof Of Stake
Finding Consensus 3/4: Proof Of Stake
Part three of the mini series on finding consensus in a blockchain context — Proof of State
Till Antonio Mahler
Jan 30, 2019
Finding Consensus 2/4: Proof Of Work
Finding Consensus 2/4: Proof Of Work
Part two of the mini series on finding consensus in a blockchain context — Proof of Work.
Till Antonio Mahler
Jan 17, 2019
Finding Consensus 1/4: Byzantine Fault Tolerance
Finding Consensus 1/4: Byzantine Fault Tolerance
The first post on how to find consensus in a blockchain context — Byzantine Fault Tolerance comprehensively explained.
Till Antonio Mahler
Jan 4, 2019
Merkle Trees — Ensuring Integrity On Blockchains
Merkle Trees — Ensuring Integrity On Blockchains
Learn all about one of the fundamental technical concepts that ensures integrity and efficiency on blockchains.
Till Antonio Mahler
Dec 26, 2018
Public Key Cryptography — A Comprehensive Guide
Public Key Cryptography — A Comprehensive Guide
A comprehensive guide to Public Key Cryptography. The history behind it, how it works and how it is used in the context of blockchains.
Till Antonio Mahler
Dec 24, 2018
Hash(ing) Everywhere — A Primer On Hash Functions
Hash(ing) Everywhere — A Primer On Hash Functions
Get to know the fascinating story of hashing algorithms, how they work and why they matter in the context of blockchains.
Till Antonio Mahler
Dec 20, 2018
A Journey Into Decentralization
A Journey Into Decentralization
Indulge yourself in this fascinating journey into “decentralization” — its history, impact and applications in blockchain technology.
Till Antonio Mahler
Dec 17, 2018
The Tech Behind Blockchains
The Tech Behind Blockchains
Explore part one of the “Technological Foundations” series here on “blockwhat?” and get a comprehensive overview about the different…
Till Antonio Mahler
Dec 5, 2018
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