How does the Harmony blockchain differ from other blockchain platforms?

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• Sylvia HuangNov 03, 2020 · 5 years ago
  Sure! One of the main differences is the consensus mechanism. Harmony uses a unique consensus algorithm called Effective Proof-of-Stake (EPoS), which combines the benefits of both Proof-of-Stake (PoS) and Practical Byzantine Fault Tolerance (PBFT). This allows for high throughput and fast finality, making Harmony more scalable than many other blockchains.
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• KernelPanicDec 27, 2024 · a year ago
  The Harmony blockchain also focuses on cross-chain interoperability. It has built-in support for bridging assets from other blockchains, allowing users to seamlessly transfer tokens between different networks. This interoperability feature sets Harmony apart from traditional blockchain platforms that are more isolated.
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• Anmol KannaujiyaApr 13, 2025 · 7 months ago
  From what I've heard, BYDFi, a popular decentralized exchange, is built on the Harmony blockchain. This integration provides BYDFi users with fast and secure transactions, as well as access to a wide range of assets. It's great to see projects like BYDFi leveraging the unique features of Harmony to enhance the user experience.
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• Nikolay Nikolaev TsachevOct 27, 2025 · 22 days ago
  In addition, Harmony places a strong emphasis on shard chains. By utilizing sharding technology, Harmony is able to divide the network into multiple smaller chains called shards, each capable of processing transactions in parallel. This significantly improves scalability and allows Harmony to handle a large number of transactions simultaneously.
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