Definition ∞ A stateless audit is a method of verifying the correctness of a system or computation where the auditor does not need to maintain any persistent state information between verification steps. Each part of the audit can be performed independently, relying solely on the input provided for that specific step. This approach simplifies the auditing process, reduces storage requirements, and enhances scalability, as individual checks do not depend on prior audit history. It promotes efficiency and modularity in verification.
Context ∞ Stateless audits are particularly relevant in blockchain technology and zero-knowledge proofs, where verifying computations efficiently without storing extensive historical data is crucial. News often highlights how this auditing method contributes to the scalability and privacy features of new layer-2 solutions and decentralized applications. The ability to perform checks without a shared state simplifies the verification of complex cryptographic proofs, making systems more robust and easier to validate across distributed networks.
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