Slashing is a punitive measure used in Proof of Stake (PoS) systems to discourage validators from acting dishonestly or negligently. When a validator is found to be engaging in harmful behavior, a portion of their staked cryptocurrency is forfeited as a penalty.
This mechanism ensures that validators have a strong incentive to act in the best interest of the network, thereby enhancing overall security.
Slashing is an integral part of many PoS protocols and helps maintain trust and reliability in the system.
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