Proof of Luck Mechanism

Definition ∞ A Proof of Luck Mechanism is a consensus or selection process in some blockchain systems where the chance of a participant being chosen to propose a block or perform a task is proportional to a verifiable random factor. This differs from mechanisms based on computational power or staked assets. It aims to provide a more equitable distribution of block production opportunities.
Context ∞ This mechanism seeks to achieve fairness and decentralization by reducing the influence of wealth or specialized hardware in block production. Its effectiveness in maintaining network security, preventing manipulation, and ensuring consistent block finality is a subject of ongoing analysis. Such approaches contribute to the diversity of consensus protocol designs.