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# Consensus Algorithm

ZOKA's public network uses RandomX proof-of-work.

The canonical algorithm ID in the codebase is:

```
zoka-randomx-v1
```

Nodes validate block structure, proof-of-work, reward amount, private transaction commitments, nullifiers, and other consensus rules before accepting blocks.

## What Consensus Checks

Consensus validation is not only a hash check. A node must also protect the ledger rules around:

* Chain ID and network configuration.
* Block reward and emission cap.
* Proof-of-work algorithm identity.
* Cumulative work and fork choice.
* Private transaction hash commitments.
* Nullifier uniqueness for double-spend prevention.
* Private fee claim structure where applicable.

Development or CI fallback mining modes are not the public-network consensus backend. Public network builds should use the RandomX feature path.


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