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THE MINING POD: Is Bitcoin Mining Centralized? With Peter Todd

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Exploring Miner Extractable Value and Protocol Enhancements in Cryptocurrency Mining

The chapter delves into the concept of Miner Extractable Value (MEV) and its implications on bidding systems and block packing in cryptocurrency mining. It discusses strategies to mitigate risks related to MEV, such as full RBF transactions, and explores the impact of market inefficiencies on miner revenue. The conversation also addresses the importance of protocol upgrades to address vulnerabilities like time warp attacks for a more secure mining ecosystem.

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