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THE MINING POD: Decentralizing Bitcoin Mining With Bitcoin Mechanic
Aug 6, 2024
This week, Bitcoin Mechanic, the influential face of Ocean Pool, discusses the strides made in decentralizing Bitcoin mining since its launch. He elaborates on innovative payout structures like Tides and the challenges of filtering Ordinals, shedding light on how these strategies aim to democratize mining. The conversation delves into attracting miners, examining operational transparency, and the nuances of block template construction. With insights into corporate mining dynamics and the future of Bitcoin, it's a vital listen for anyone interested in the mining landscape.
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- Ocean Mining aims to decentralize Bitcoin mining by allowing individual miners to control their payouts and block templates.
- The challenges of centralized mining pools, including censorship risks, highlight the need for independent entities like Ocean to ensure fairness.
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