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Proof-of-Thought Consensus

Definition

Proof-of-Thought consensus is a conceptual or hypothetical mechanism for achieving distributed agreement that would somehow verify the cognitive effort or “thought” put into a solution. Unlike traditional proof-of-work, which relies on computational puzzles, or proof-of-stake, which depends on asset ownership, this idea posits a method to validate intellectual contribution. It remains largely theoretical, exploring novel ways to establish verifiable human or artificial intelligence input. This concept pushes the boundaries of verifiable effort.