A Byzantine Fault Detector identifies and manages faulty or malicious behavior in a distributed network. The term originates from the Byzantine Generals Problem, where nodes must reach consensus despite the presence of unreliable participants.In a decentralized system, some nodes may act incorrectly due to software bugs, network failures, or intentional attacks. A Byzantine Fault Detector helps to distinguish between honest and faulty nodes by analyzing their behavior and responses during communication.The goal is to achieve consensus among the remaining trustworthy nodes, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the system. By detecting faults, the network can continue functioning smoothly even when some nodes fail or attempt to disrupt operations.These detectors play a critical role in maintaining security and trust in blockchain networks, facilitating reliable transactions and data sharing despite possible disruptions. Overall, they enhance the resilience of the system against malicious activities and ensure that consensus can still be reached.

Bybit Removed from France’s AMF Blacklist After Two Years of Compliance Efforts
Cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has been officially removed from the blacklist of France’s financial markets regulator, the Autorité des Marchés Financiers