Primary chain stake refers to the total amount of a blockchain’s native cryptocurrency locked by validators on the main or foundational network in a proof-of-stake system. This staked capital secures the network by incentivizing honest behavior and penalizing malicious actions. A larger primary chain stake generally indicates greater network security.
Context
This metric is a key indicator of the security and decentralization of proof-of-stake blockchains, frequently discussed in network health reports. News articles often analyze changes in primary chain stake as a measure of validator confidence and network participation. Its size and distribution are critical for assessing a blockchain’s resistance to attacks.
Aegis introduces a provably safe and live protocol for securing expansion chains with primary-chain stake, resolving security challenges posed by dynamic validator withdrawals.
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