Alephium tackles the scalability trilemma faced by many blockchains, striving to achieve all three aspects: decentralization, security, and scalability. Here's what sets Alephium apart:

• Scalable Sharding with BlockFlow: Alephium utilizes a novel sharding algorithm called BlockFlow. This distributes transaction processing across multiple shards, enabling the network to handle a high volume of transactions efficiently without compromising on security.

• Statefut UTXO Model: Unlike traditional UTXO models used by Bitcoin, Alephium implements a stateful UTXO model. This allows for greater programmability and scalability, making it suitable for complex dApp development.

• Proof-of-Less-Work (POLW): Alephium utilizes a unique consensus mechanism called Proof-of-Less-Work. POLW combines Proof-of-Stake with economic incentives, resulting in a more energy-efficient consensus mechanism compared to traditional Proof-of-Work models.

• Customizable Programming Language (Ralph): Ralph is a programming language designed specifically for Alephium. It offers similarities to Rust syntax, making it easier for developers familiar with Rust to build secure smart contracts on Alephium.