Definition ∞ Follower Endorsement describes a mechanism where network participants, acting as “followers,” confirm or attest to the validity of proposed blocks or transactions. This process contributes to the overall consensus of a blockchain network, signaling agreement with the state proposed by a block producer. Endorsements typically add a layer of security and decentralization by requiring broader participation in the validation process. This strengthens the finality of transactions and the integrity of the ledger.
Context ∞ The state of Follower Endorsement is particularly relevant in certain Proof of Stake consensus protocols, where validators or delegators verify and sign off on blocks created by elected leaders. A key discussion point involves the efficiency and latency introduced by requiring multiple endorsements for block finalization. Future developments may optimize endorsement aggregation techniques to reduce network overhead while maintaining security assurances. News often covers protocol updates that refine these endorsement mechanisms to improve scalability and decentralization.
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