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Consensus Layer Mitigation

Definition

Consensus layer mitigation refers to strategies used to address issues or risks within a blockchain’s agreement mechanism. These are technical measures implemented to safeguard the integrity and security of a blockchain’s consensus protocol, which dictates how network participants agree on the validity of transactions and blocks. Such mitigations aim to prevent attacks, resolve forks, or enhance the resilience of the network against various threats. This ensures the continuous and trustworthy operation of the distributed ledger.