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Opening Proof Updates

Definition

Opening proof updates refer to initial or foundational cryptographic proofs submitted as part of a larger verification process in certain blockchain scaling solutions. These proofs establish the initial state or validity of computations performed off-chain or on a layer-2 network. They serve as a cryptographic anchor, enabling subsequent, more frequent updates or transactions to be verified against this established baseline without requiring full on-chain processing for each step. This approach significantly reduces the computational load on the main chain, contributing to scalability.