In Cardano, an epoch is a unit of time used to organize and manage the blockchain’s operation. The concept of epochs is central to how Cardano’s Ouroboros Proof-of-Stake (PoS) protocol functions. Here’s how epochs work: Structure of an Epoch Importance of Epochs What would happen if Cardano didn’t have epochs? If Cardano didn’t have epochs,…

The Cardano Settlement Layer (CSL) is one of the two layers that make up the Cardano blockchain platform–the other layer is the Cardano Computation Layer (CCL). Cardano is a decentralized blockchain and cryptocurrency project that was developed by Input Output Hong Kong (IOHK) and is known for its research-driven approach to development. The CSL is…