Slashing: A Mechanism Used in Some
Proof-of-Stake Networks
Proof-of-Stake networks need mechanisms to discourage certain forms of validator misconduct.
Slashing is one mechanism used by some PoS blockchain systems.
⚙️ Validators help maintain network consensus
🔍 Protocol rules monitor validator behavior
⚠️ Certain prohibited behavior can trigger penalties
🌐 The exact rules differ between blockchain protocols

The broader idea is simple:
Network security depends not only on rewards, but also on clearly defined consequences for violating protocol rules.

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