Skip to main content

Sublinear Proof Updates

Definition

Sublinear proof updates are a cryptographic method for verifying blockchain data with computational costs that grow slower than the data size. This advanced scaling technique allows for the efficient verification of large amounts of transactional data without requiring a proportional increase in processing power. It involves creating succinct proofs, such as zero-knowledge proofs, where the verification time is logarithmic or even constant relative to the data proven. This significantly reduces the computational burden for network participants, enhancing scalability.