Definition

Proof of Stake

noun proof-uhv-STAYK

A power efficient transaction validation system in where users must ‘stake’ their coins in order to mint new blocks, minting of fraudulent transactions will cause staked coins to be lost.

In a sentence

Under proof of stake, validators lock assets to participate in block production and validation.

1 of 5
Share definition
Share on X Email

Follow the signal

Curated intelligence, delivered your way.

Never miss a market-moving update.

  • Daily briefingTop stories & analysis
  • Market movesKey charts & data
  • Policy updatesWhat to watch
  • Weekly deep diveLong-form insights

Subscribe to the CryptoSlate newsletter through Substack.

Join 100,000+ readers Unsubscribe anytime