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SNARKs and STARKs are both zero-knowledge proofs, but they differ in their approach. SNARKs, or Succinct Non-Interactive Arguments of Knowledge, allow for verification with a small amount of data. They are fast and efficient, though they rely on a trusted setup for security. STARKs, or Scalable Transparent Arguments of Knowledge, on the other hand, are trustless, deriving their security from cryptographic hash functions rather than initial setup. This makes them more transparent and verifiable, but they require more computation and produce larger proofs. Both have their place in blockchain applications, with SNARKs potentially being the go-to for speed and STARKs for scenarios demanding complete trustlessness.

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