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Incremental Verifiable Computation

Definition

Incremental verifiable computation refers to a cryptographic technique that allows for the efficient verification of a series of computations, where each step builds upon the previous one. Instead of re-verifying the entire computation from scratch, only the new incremental step requires proof. This method significantly reduces computational overhead and latency, enhancing the scalability of systems like rollups and other layer-two solutions. It is crucial for building high-performance decentralized applications.