@k0nquest16
Ever wonder how blockchains lock in truth? Think of consensus like a vote. Proof-of-Work (PoW) is the original heavyweight: miners race to solve puzzles, prove effort, and earn blocks. Proof-of-Stake (PoS) swaps raw power for ownership - validators lock coins and get chosen to add blocks, saving energy. Newer hybrids and sharding aim to combine speed, security, and sustainability. Dive in and see which model you trust.