How Do Decentralized Oracle Networks Achieve Data Security and Reliability?
Decentralized Oracle Networks (DONs) achieve security by aggregating data from multiple independent data sources and node operators, eliminating a single point of failure. They use cryptographic proofs to verify the data's origin and often employ a staking mechanism where node operators are penalized (slashed) for submitting incorrect or malicious data and rewarded for accuracy, ensuring economic security.
Glossar
Cryptographic Proofs
Verifiable Proof ⎊ Cryptographic Proofs are mathematical techniques, such as zero-knowledge proofs or digital signatures, used to establish the authenticity of a transaction or the validity of a statement without revealing the underlying sensitive data.
Decentralized Oracle Networks
Architecture ⎊ Decentralized Oracle Networks (DONs) represent a robust infrastructure designed to provide reliable external data to smart contracts without relying on a single, centralized entity.