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Asynchronous State Proofs

Definition

Asynchronous state proofs verify the state of a blockchain or distributed ledger without requiring immediate, synchronous consensus from all network participants. This mechanism allows for the validation of data or computations off-chain, with the proof submitted back to the main chain for verification. It enables increased transaction throughput and reduced latency by decoupling execution from final confirmation. Such proofs are crucial for scaling decentralized applications and improving network efficiency.