What is a Verifiable Delay Function (VDF) in blockchain?

A Verifiable Delay Function (VDF) is a function that takes a prescribed amount of time to compute, even on a parallel computer, but can be quickly verified, used in some consensus mechanisms for fairness and unpredictability.

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Voting Systems

Cardano ensures accessibility in voting systems by leveraging blockchain technology to provide secure, verifiable, and inclusive mechanisms.

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Voting on the Blockchain

Cardano enables on-chain voting through decentralized governance, allowing stakeholders to propose and vote on upgrades and funding, ensuring transparency and inclusivity in decisions.

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Verifiability and Auditability

Cardano ensures stake pool verifiability through transparency, reporting, and data analytics that allow stakeholders to assess performance and integrity based on objective metrics.

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Validator Collusion and Cartel Formation

Cardano addresses validator collusion through stake redistribution, penalties, and decentralized governance to promote fairness and integrity in consensus.

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Validator Node

A validator node is a participant in a blockchain network responsible for verifying transactions and maintaining the integrity of the ledger.

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