📢Introduction

The rise of blockchain technology has led to innovative solutions for decentralizing various systems. However, one critical aspect of decentralization remains underexplored: trust. The current consensus mechanisms, such as Proof of Work (PoW) and Proof of Stake (PoS), rely on computational power or token ownership to validate transactions. These mechanisms can be inefficient or prone to centralization.

Trustok addresses this gap by introducing the Proof of Trust (PoT) consensus mechanism. PoT enables transaction validation, identity verification, and smart contract execution based on the trust levels of participants within the network. Unlike traditional consensus models, PoT emphasizes reputation, credibility, and the behavior of users, creating a decentralized trust ecosystem.