The Desktop Revolution: Why Small Miners are Winning in 2026
The appeal of traditional, large-scale mining is purely financial, but it comes with a high barrier to entry. Large ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits) are notoriously loud, often reaching $75\text{dB}$ (the sound of a vacuum cleaner) and consuming over $3,500$ Watts. In contrast, the new generation of small crypto miners focuses on Proof of Participation and...