Block Inc. has unveiled a new cryptocurrency mining system aimed at reducing costs and extending the lifespan of mining rigs. The Proto Rig and Proto Fleet could offer miners a competitive edge in an increasingly AI-driven industry.
- Proto Rig replaces traditional mining rigs with a modular system lasting over a decade.
- Miners can swap out hashboards instead of entire units, cutting upgrade costs by 20%.
- The innovation targets capital-intensive mining amid rising AI integration.
📎 Related coverage from: cointelegraph.com
