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No-Cloning Principle

Definition

The No-Cloning Principle is a fundamental concept in quantum mechanics stating that an arbitrary unknown quantum state cannot be perfectly copied. In the context of digital assets, while not directly related to quantum states, it conceptually underscores the uniqueness and non-duplicability of certain digital tokens, especially non-fungible tokens. This principle reinforces the idea of verifiable scarcity and distinct ownership for digital items. It ensures that a specific digital asset cannot be perfectly replicated without authorization.