Stake collateral refers to the digital assets that participants lock up as security to perform a specific role within a blockchain network, such as validating transactions in a proof-of-stake system. This collateral acts as a financial guarantee, subject to slashing or forfeiture if the participant acts maliciously or fails to meet protocol requirements. It aligns incentives for honest behavior.
Context
The amount and type of stake collateral required are critical design parameters for proof-of-stake blockchains and decentralized finance protocols. Discussions often involve the economic security implications of varying collateral requirements and the impact on validator participation. The integrity of stake collateral mechanisms is fundamental to the security and stability of these decentralized systems.
Staked Randomness Sequencer (SRS) uses VRF-weighted stake to select L2 sequencers, eliminating the single point of failure and unlocking true censorship resistance.
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