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The Bear Case for Shared Security | S8 E8 | Sunny & Toghrul

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Navigating Proof of Stake Economics

This chapter explores the complexities of proof of stake systems, focusing on validator incentives, governance mechanisms, and the concept of slashing within various blockchain protocols. It highlights the importance of decentralization and collusion resistance in consensus protocols, as well as the economic implications of restaking strategies in major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum and Bitcoin. The discussion emphasizes the delicate balance between security costs and perceived value, alongside the role of both internal stakeholders and external participants in maintaining economic security.

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