What are the main distinctions between ETH and ETH2?

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• Jan 02, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Ethereum (ETH) and Ethereum 2.0 (ETH2) are two different versions of the Ethereum blockchain. ETH2 is an upgrade to the existing Ethereum network, aiming to improve scalability and security. One of the main distinctions between ETH and ETH2 is the consensus mechanism. ETH currently uses a Proof of Work (PoW) consensus algorithm, while ETH2 will transition to a Proof of Stake (PoS) consensus algorithm. This change will make the network more energy-efficient and allow users to stake their ETH2 tokens to secure the network.
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• Jan 02, 2022 · 3 years ago
  In terms of technology, ETH2 introduces a new architecture called the Beacon Chain, which will coordinate the consensus and shard chains. This will enable Ethereum to process more transactions in parallel, increasing its scalability. Additionally, ETH2 will implement shard chains, which are smaller chains that can process transactions independently. This will further enhance the network's capacity and reduce congestion.
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• Jan 02, 2022 · 3 years ago
  As an expert at BYDFi, I can tell you that Ethereum 2.0 (ETH2) is a highly anticipated upgrade for the Ethereum network. It addresses the scalability issues of ETH and aims to provide a more efficient and secure platform for decentralized applications. With the transition to Proof of Stake, ETH2 will offer staking opportunities for users, allowing them to earn rewards by participating in network consensus. This upgrade is expected to attract more users and developers to the Ethereum ecosystem.
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