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What Is a “Secret-Sharing” Scheme and How Could It Be Used in a Multi-Algorithm Context?

A secret-sharing scheme is a cryptographic technique where a secret is divided into multiple pieces, or "shares," distributed among a group. The secret can only be reconstructed when a minimum number of shares are combined.

In a multi-algorithm context, a coin could require a block to be valid only if it includes a "proof" derived from a secret that is shared across multiple mining algorithms. This would force a miner to successfully mine on all required algorithms to reconstruct the proof and create a valid block, ensuring the multi-algorithm security is truly enforced.

What Is the Difference between a ‘Share’ and a ‘Valid Block’?

What Is a ‘Multi-Signature’ (Multi-Sig) Scheme and How Is It Used in Cold Storage?

How Does the Concept of a “Share” Relate to a Miner’s Contribution in a Pool?

How Does MPC Differ from a Traditional Multi-Signature (Multi-Sig) Scheme?

How Quickly Must a Valid Block Be Propagated across the Network?

What Are the Trade-Offs of Using a Multi-Algorithm System in Terms of Miner Accessibility?

What Is an ‘Orphaned Block’ in Blockchain Technology?

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