What Are the Challenges of Scaling Blockchain Solutions?

Limited throughput hinders blockchain networks, making them inefficient for handling large transaction volumes

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High energy consumption remains a significant challenge, especially for proof-of-work consensus mechanisms like Bitcoin

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Interoperability between different blockchains is still underdeveloped, limiting seamless communication across networks

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Decentralization vs. speed creates a trade-off, where increasing speed can reduce security or decentralization

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Regulatory uncertainty adds complexity, as laws vary widely across regions for blockchain-based projects

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