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by capnorange 1920 days ago
sorry, I read it wrong trying to compare it to bitcoin.

I think the author is only demonstrating PoW/PoS and not Bitcoin itself.

> Other students are paying in bricks?

This is the transaction fees.

> Is there a limit to the number of names on bricks?

Not necessary.

> And is there any indication that a name on a brick means anything (or can be exchanged for anything)?

Pride, having taken part in building the biggest building.

> Can those names be verified at any instant, anywhere in the world with near 100% confidence?

This is only about PoW/PoS, not decentralisation. Ofcourse, PoW/PoS is meaningless if participants are not able to validate.

So, in the end it's all about the pride in being able be a part of the tallest set of bricks, hah!