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ADA (Cardano) is secured through a scientifically-designed, multi-layered protocol. Its foundation is Ouroboros, a unique Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism. Unlike energy-intensive Proof-of-Work systems, Ouroboros randomly selects stakeholder nodes to validate transactions and create new blocks, making the network highly energy-efficient and decentralized. Security is mathematically proven, similar to cryptographic standards. The blockchain is further divided into two main layers: the Cardano Settlement Layer (CSL) for handling ADA transactions and the Cardano Computation Layer (CCL) for smart contracts and dApps. This separation enhances security by isolating transactional and computational activities. A rigorous, peer-reviewed academic development process ensures the protocol is robust against attacks. Furthermore, ADA holders who stake their coins help secure the network, as the system's integrity relies on the majority of stakeholders acting honestly.
