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Proof of Work, Thermodynamics, and Wolves
3:05:54 - 3:11:32 (05:37)
The conversation dives into the intricacies of how Bitcoin mining works, the thermodynamics behind it, and the potential limitations of alternative systems like proof of stake. They also compare the societal dynamics of wolf pack behavior to the morality behind using tools like money for good or evil purposes.
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The role of proof of work in decentralizing Bitcoin is explained, with discussion of its composite of difficulty adjustment, one-way hashing, and more.
3:05:54 - 3:09:02 (03:07)
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The role of proof of work in decentralizing Bitcoin is explained, with discussion of its composite of difficulty adjustment, one-way hashing, and more. The speaker argues that proof of work is necessary to incentivize decentralization by embodying "skin in the game" in the marketplace.
ChapterProof of Work, Thermodynamics, and Wolves
Episode#176 – Robert Breedlove: Philosophy of Bitcoin from First Principles
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Wolves in packs have developed a social morality that allows them to avoid fighting each other to the death and instead work together to optimize their effectiveness as a group in order to bring down large prey.
3:09:02 - 3:11:32 (02:29)
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Wolves in packs have developed a social morality that allows them to avoid fighting each other to the death and instead work together to optimize their effectiveness as a group in order to bring down large prey.