Definition ∞ Polylogarithmic verifier time describes a highly efficient characteristic of certain cryptographic proof systems where the time required to verify a proof grows only polylogarithmically with the size of the computation being proven. This means verification remains extremely fast even for very large computations, making these systems suitable for scaling blockchains. It represents a significant improvement over linear or polynomial verification times.
Context ∞ The pursuit of polylogarithmic verifier time is a central objective in the development of scalable zero-knowledge proofs, crucial for enhancing the throughput and privacy of blockchain networks. Research focuses on constructing new proof systems that achieve this efficiency without compromising security or proof size. Future applications include highly scalable layer-two solutions and privacy-preserving computations that can be verified rapidly on-chain.
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