What Is a ‘Sidechain’ and Its Purpose?

A sidechain is a separate, independent blockchain that is connected to a main blockchain (parent chain) via a two-way peg. Its primary purpose is to improve the scalability and efficiency of the main chain by offloading transactions and processing them on the sidechain.

Assets can be moved between the two chains. This allows for faster transaction times and lower fees on the sidechain without compromising the security of the main chain.

How Does the Two-Way Peg Mechanism Work for a Sidechain?
How Is the Merkle Tree Used in Side-Chain Technology?
What Are the Security Risks Associated with the Two-Way Peg or Bridge Mechanism of a Sidechain?
In a Sidechain, How Is the Merkle Root Used for Inter-Chain Communication?
What Is the Concept of a ‘Sidechain’ and How Does It Rely on Cryptographic Security?
How Is a “Sidechain” Different from the Main Blockchain?
Can a UTXO Transaction Be Replayed on a Sidechain?
What Is a Sidechain and How Does Its Security Model Differ from a Rollup?

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