Intel develops hardware accelerator for mining. It will help to save up to 35% energy
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In March, the developer of the coin Monero opposed the use of ASIC miners for mining this cryptocurrency. The company promised every six months to forks, to exclude devices from the network. Now solutions for any mining company interested in the technology giant Intel. The company a patent for a hardware accelerator for mining.
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the document says that the device will reduce the area required for mining devices. In addition, the accelerator will reduce energy costs by 35%. As Coindesk, the device supports the functionality of ASIC and other systems. This means that it can be used for mining various crypto currencies.
Existing devices for mining Bitcoin using the method of complete enumeration of all infinite sequences to perform the functions of SHA-256. It makes the process of energy production. The development will allow to optimize production by reducing the necessary space and facilities.
Now, the developers of the coins actively oppose the inclusion of the ASIC devices to the network. Such statements already made by Monero, IPBC and other members of the crypto community. The device carry a number of risks. Among them: the centralization of the work process and possible bribery by the government. Also, the developers claim the possible introduction of a "switch" that could disable miners remotely.
No restrictions to operate the device from Intel makes it a promising invention. Release date the accelerator on the market is not yet disclosed.
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