Overview
The block proposer is the validator selected to propose the next block in a proof-of-stake network. Proposers assemble transactions and receive the block reward. Selection is weighted by stake.
How It Works
At each slot, a proposer is chosen pseudorandomly from the validator set. The proposer builds a block, collects transactions, and includes attestations from other validators. If the block is accepted, the proposer earns fees and rewards.
Why It Matters
Proposers are central to block production and can influence transaction ordering, including MEV. Their behavior is monitored by the network. Understanding the proposer role clarifies how blocks are produced in proof of stake.
Related Concepts
The Proposer is one of the Validator roles in Proof of Stake. It connects to Attestations, Block Rewards, and MEV.