How does the consensus mechanism of Elrond differ from that of Solana?

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• Feb 19, 2022 · 3 years ago
  As an expert in the field, I can tell you that the consensus mechanism of Elrond differs from that of Solana in several ways. Elrond uses a Secure Proof of Stake (SPoS) consensus mechanism, which combines the security of Proof of Work (PoW) with the efficiency of Proof of Stake (PoS). This allows Elrond to achieve high throughput and low latency, making it suitable for various applications. On the other hand, Solana utilizes a Proof of History (PoH) consensus mechanism, which relies on a verifiable delay function to create a historical record of events. This enables Solana to achieve fast transaction confirmation times and high scalability. Both Elrond and Solana have their own strengths and weaknesses, and the choice between them depends on the specific requirements of the project or application.
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