Why is Byzantine fault tolerance considered a critical feature for blockchain-based cryptocurrencies?

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• Dec 24, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Byzantine fault tolerance is a critical feature for blockchain-based cryptocurrencies because it provides a robust defense against malicious attacks and ensures the integrity of the network. In a Byzantine environment, some nodes may act maliciously and try to disrupt the consensus process or manipulate the transaction history. Byzantine fault tolerance mechanisms, such as the Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT) algorithm, detect and mitigate the effects of these malicious nodes. By requiring the majority of nodes to agree on the validity of transactions, Byzantine fault tolerance prevents the network from being compromised. This makes blockchain-based cryptocurrencies more resistant to hacking, fraud, and other security threats, ultimately enhancing the trust and reliability of the digital currency ecosystem.
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