This remarkably clumsy attempt at fudding $kas is actually a good educational opportunity, so let’s break it down.
So, what is the argument, and why is it silly?
The tl;dr: while it is technically true that PoW “only” provides probabilistic finality. In 10 BPS, it takes less… https://t.co/eBNmAG3lrh
— Shai ❤️ Deshe 💜 Wybors𐤊i 💙 (大胡子) (@DesheShai) August 8, 2024
### Shai Wyborski Critiques Misunderstandings Surrounding Proof-of-Work in Cryptocurrency
In a recent Twitter post, Shai Wyborski, also known as Deshe, shared insights into a “clumsy attempt at fud (fear, uncertainty, and doubt)” directed towards Kaspa, a cryptocurrency he actively develops as part of its core team. Wyborski, a PhD candidate in quantum cryptography, seized the opportunity to clarify misconceptions surrounding Proof-of-Work (PoW) mechanisms, particularly their efficacy within the context of Kaspa.
Wyborski’s tweet highlights a fundamental argument made by critics: that PoW provides “only” probabilistic finality. In simpler terms, this criticism suggests that transactions might not be finalized with absolute certainty in PoW systems. While acknowledging that there is some truth to this claim, he emphasizes that it is overly simplistic and overlooks the nuances of how Kaspa operates.
In his breakdown, Wyborski explains that in a well-designed and secure blockchain, like Kaspa, even though PoW may involve probabilistic aspects, it operates effectively at high transaction speeds (10 BPS – blocks per second) to mitigate risks of double spends and other transaction malpractices. This point underlines the strength of Kaspa’s design, which enhances transaction confirmation times while maintaining security against potential attack vectors.
Wyborski’s commentary serves an important educational role in the cryptocurrency community, encouraging a deeper understanding of the mechanisms that underpin blockchain technology, rather than succumbing to surface-level criticisms.
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