Tencent Files Patent for "Consensus Processing Method for Blockchain Network" to Enhance Byzantine Blockchain Stability

Tencent Files Patent for "Consensus Processing Method for Blockchain Network" to Enhance Byzantine Blockchain StabilityFinancial News, November 12, 2024 - Information from the National Intellectual Property Administration reveals that Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd

Tencent Files Patent for "Consensus Processing Method for Blockchain Network" to Enhance Byzantine Blockchain Stability

Financial News, November 12, 2024 - Information from the National Intellectual Property Administration reveals that Tencent Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. has applied for a patent named "Consensus Processing Method, System, Electronic Device, and Storage Medium for Blockchain Network," with publication number CN118921156A, filed in May 2023.

The patent summary indicates that Tencent's novel method is applied to the first node device in a blockchain network. This network comprises multiple node devices, where the first node device connects to the second and third node devices, while the third node device is not connected to the second one. The method mainly involves the following steps:

1. Receiving the second consensus state information generated by the second node device.

2. Comparing the generated first consensus state information with the second consensus state information.

3. Updating the first consensus state information based on the comparison results.

4. Sending the updated first consensus state information to the third node device, enabling the third node device to update its third consensus state information based on the updated information.

Through this method, Tencent aims to enhance the stability of Byzantine blockchains. Byzantine Fault Tolerance (BFT) is a crucial concept in blockchain technology, referring to the system's ability to remain operational even when some of its nodes experience failures or malicious attacks.

The method proposed in this patent effectively mitigates the influence of malicious nodes on the network by transmitting and updating consensus state information between different nodes and validating them through comparison. This enhances the overall stability and reliability of the blockchain network.

In recent years, Tencent has been actively involved in the blockchain domain, achieving progress in various aspects. For instance, Tencent Cloud launched a blockchain service platform providing development and deployment services for blockchain applications to businesses. Moreover, Tencent has participated in numerous blockchain standard development efforts and actively promotes the application of blockchain technology in areas such as finance, supply chains, and healthcare.

The application of this "Consensus Processing Method for Blockchain Network" patent demonstrates Tencent's continuous technological advancements in the blockchain field and its commitment to contributing to the development of the technology. In the future, Tencent will continue to delve deeper into blockchain technology and collaborate with partners to drive the application of blockchain technology, creating greater value for societal progress.