Modern cryptocurrencies are based on complex calculations to obtain unique hash functions. This requires a lot of computing power, and also leads to an increase in energy consumption. Microsoft’s idea is to change the principle of “solid proof of work.”
Instead of loading the CPU and GPU, it is proposed to fix the heat of the user’s body, brain waves, or other indicators in the process of active life. These indicators are proposed to track for the payment of remuneration.
Of course, this is very similar to the Matrix. So far this is only a patent, therefore it is far from the fact that such a concept will ever be realized. On the other hand, half a century ago, and a familiar smartphone would have seemed impossible at the then level of technology.
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