Validator stake weighting is the method by which the amount of cryptocurrency a validator has staked directly influences their probability of being chosen to validate new blocks and earn rewards. A higher stake typically corresponds to a greater chance of selection and a larger share of network fees. This system incentivizes participants to commit capital to secure the network. It forms the economic foundation of many proof-of-stake blockchain protocols.
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News often reports on changes to validator stake weighting rules in various proof-of-stake networks, particularly concerning proposals to adjust the distribution of power among participants. Discussions frequently revolve around the potential for centralization if weighting heavily favors large holders, or the security implications if stakes are too small. Optimizing this weighting is a constant design consideration for maintaining network security and decentralization.
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