Game Theoretic Security refers to the design of a system where participants are economically incentivized to act in a way that benefits the collective network. It applies principles from game theory to ensure that honest behavior yields the greatest reward, while dishonest actions result in penalties. This framework underpins the stability and reliability of many decentralized protocols. It aligns individual rationality with system integrity.
Context
The security models of numerous proof-of-stake blockchains heavily rely on game theoretic principles to deter malicious activity. Discussions frequently address the effectiveness of slashing conditions and delegation mechanisms in maintaining network health. Continuous analysis of these economic incentives is crucial for assessing the long-term resilience and security of digital asset systems.
The Mutually-Assured-Destruction DAG protocol introduces a novel ledger function that destroys competing block content, fundamentally eliminating MEV-based selfish mining incentives.
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