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Introduction
Kurt Wuckert Jr., CoinGeek’s Chief Bitcoin Historian, recently appeared on the Untangling Web3 podcast to discuss the intricacies of Bitcoin mining, the importance of proof-of-work (PoW), and his ventures with GorillaPool. He also highlighted potential threats from legacy financial institutions entering the digital asset space.
Main Point: Competitive Accountants
Miners as Accountants: Wuckert describes Bitcoin miners as “competitive accountants” who race to reconcile transactions faster and cheaper than others. Initially seen as an easy way to earn Bitcoin, mining has now become highly commercialized and challenging for small-scale miners.
Main Point: Proof-of-Work vs Proof-of-Stake
Philosophical Debate: The debate between PoW and proof-of-stake (PoS) is more philosophical than technical. While PoS selects validators based on token ownership, PoW relies on computational power, which Wuckert argues is more trustworthy.
Main Point: GorillaPool & Data Indexing
- GorillaPool: A community-led BSV mining pool that competes with corporate players while maintaining decentralization.
- JungleBus: An indexing service that filters raw data for useful applications in Web3 ISP services.
The Value of Data
“Data is the most valuable asset in the world today,” says Wuckert. JungleBus aims to monetize this data effectively, positioning itself as a leader in decentralized application infrastructure.
The AI Connection
The rise of AI has spotlighted Bitcoin’s data ledger abilities. Quality training data is crucial for AI’s transformative impact on sectors like employment and healthcare.
