The project is highly unique as it is currently the only cryptocurrency that offers full privacy alongside a proof - of - stake consensus model. (coinbureau.com)
He added that other consensus models in the space are «complex» and «not well - studied,» making it «difficult to predict how they might react to «adversarial conditions»». (coindesk.com)
Since the launch of Ethereum, it has been based on a proof of work consensus model. (cryptonews.com)