Definition ∞ Sublinear complexity describes an algorithm or process whose computational resource requirements grow slower than linearly with the size of its input. This efficiency characteristic indicates that the time or space needed does not increase proportionally to the data volume. Such algorithms are highly desirable for processing very large datasets. They offer significant performance advantages.
Context ∞ In blockchain technology, achieving sublinear complexity for certain operations, like transaction verification or state updates, is a goal for improving scalability. News covers research into cryptographic techniques, such as zero-knowledge proofs, that enable sublinear verification. This efficiency is critical for allowing decentralized networks to process more transactions with reduced resource demands.
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