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Space-Time Tradeoff

Definition ∞ The Space-Time Tradeoff is a foundational concept in computer science and cryptography, indicating that an algorithm can be designed to either consume more memory for faster execution or use less memory at the cost of longer processing times. This represents a fundamental constraint.
Context ∞ This tradeoff is particularly relevant in the design and optimization of blockchain scaling solutions and zero-knowledge proofs. Engineers must carefully balance computational resources, as optimizing for one aspect often necessitates a compromise in the other. It influences the practicality and efficiency of decentralized systems.

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Sublinear Zero-Knowledge Proofs Democratize Verifiable Computation on Edge Devices

Researchers solved the ZKP memory bottleneck, achieving square-root space complexity to enable large-scale, private computation on all devices.