Polkadot is set to replace the BABE consensus protocol with a new one: Sassafras. Pioneered by our research team, Sassafras selects exactly one block producer per slot, achieving constant-time block production and unparalleled efficiency. Sparked your curiosity? Dive into our Sassafras blog post series: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3. For the full theory behind the protocol, see the research paper.

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