| Consensus Mechanism |
Autolykos (Proof-of-Work) |
Multi-algorithm Proof-of-Work |
| Smart Contracts |
Yes, with ErgoScript |
Planned, with support for both decentralized apps (DApps) and centralized applications (DigiApps) |
| Privacy Features |
Yes, includes ring signatures and zero-knowledge proofs |
No |
| Scalability |
Aims to solve scalability with the power of eUTXO, NiPoPoWs and other novel features |
Aims for high throughput with block generation speed of one block every 15-18 seconds |
| Use Cases |
Financial contracts |
Payment processing, digital assets, and more |
| ASIC-Resistant |
Yes |
Yes, due to multi-algorithm support |
| Language-base |
JVM |
TBC |
| Public Distribution |
~95% |
TBC |
| Decentralization |
Ensures power isn’t concentrated; anyone can participate |
Global level decentralization with more than 200,000 nodes |
| Security Features |
Robust security with known assumptions |
DigiShield and MultiShield technologies for difficulty stability and protection against malicious attacks |
| Transaction Speed |
Optimized for smart contracts and complex financial transactions |
Block generation every 15-18 seconds with transaction verification within 1-3 seconds |