Fundamental Analysis

The blockchain is halved into two layers, namely the Cardano Settlement layer and Cardano Computational Layer. Sounds complicated? Not anymore! Let’s see how the layers add meaning to the network’s stars. The CSL stimulates the peer-to-peer transactions within the network using the Ouroboros mechanism. On the flip side, the smart contract mechanism is taken over by the CCL layer, allowing a seamless progression in both segments!

Cardano uses a PoS algorithm. However, it’s not the conventional Proof of Stake mechanism, but a model similar to it with a distinction. The consensus of Cardano is often labeled Ouroboros PoS and brings a different dimension to the creation of blocks.

Unlike PoS, where the highest token holders get preference, Ouroboros redefined this and made time slots called an epoch. Each epoch has a slot leader chosen by other nodes in the slot. These leaders carry out block creation in each epoch, and each leader gets a chance to do it. This mechanism reduces network congestion, increasing transaction speed!

Having a look at the Cardano Road Map, it’s quite interesting to see the network bringing new updates on a weekly schedule. Commencing the month, The network had an important update, creating the Daedalus Mainnet 4.1.0, which facilitates the wallet to support tokens in decimals. The team is also working on a Proof of concept mechanism currently. This week’s progress includes advancement in decentralization by adding Cardano API dependencies.