In Proof of Work like Bitcoin, the one with the strongest hardware wins. But in Proof of Stake like Ethereum or Solana, power belongs to those with the most capital and reputation, the Validator Nodes.
🔸 Difference From Full Node:
Full Node like spectators at a football match. They watch and record the entire game to ensure fair play, but they don't participate on the field.
Validator Node the referees and players. They are upgraded Full Nodes with the power to propose new blocks, vote on validity, and earn rewards for doing so.
🔸 Validators must deposit (Stake) a large amount of coins as a security bond.
Mission is propose new blocks or attest to others' blocks.
Do well 👉 Earn yield Staking Reward.
Cheat or go offline 👉 Get fined or have staked assets confiscated.
🔸 Becoming a Validator isn't easy. You need:
Minimum Stake amount 32 ETH.
Highspec servers, highspeed internet, and flawless 24/7/365 uptime.
🔹 Validator Nodes shift network security from an energy guzzling arms race to a financial commitment. This is why PoS is called Skin in the game. You must risk your own money to prove you will protect the system.
Are you confident enough in your tech skills to run a solo Validator Node, or would you rather split rewards and Delegate to professionals?
News is for reference, not investment advice. Please read carefully before making a decision.
