Peer Scoring Mechanism

Definition ∞ A peer scoring mechanism evaluates the reliability or contribution of individual participants within a decentralized network. This system assigns reputation scores to nodes or users based on their past behavior, such as transaction validation, data provision, or participation in governance. The scores are often publicly verifiable and influence future interactions or resource allocation within the network. It aims to incentivize honest conduct and deter malicious activities without centralized oversight.
Context ∞ Peer scoring mechanisms are gaining prominence in decentralized systems to foster trust and improve network efficiency, particularly in proof-of-stake blockchains and decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs). Current research explores methods to prevent score manipulation and ensure fair assessment across diverse participant behaviors. Future applications will likely extend to decentralized identity solutions and reputation-based access control for various Web3 services.