Which Consensus Mechanism Is Generally Preferred for a Derivative Token’s Underlying Asset?
For a derivative token's underlying asset, a highly secure and established consensus mechanism is preferred, which often means the asset is secured by a large, decentralized Proof-of-Work network like Bitcoin. However, for newer, faster-moving ecosystems, Proof-of-Stake assets like Ethereum (post-Merge) are increasingly used.
The primary requirement is deep liquidity and high security to minimize the risk of manipulation or a 51% attack that could destabilize the derivative's value.