PoW a thing of the past or a thing to stay? Are we really fated to a future run by PoS and all its forks? The ascent of Ethereum’s PoS and its acolytes have undoubtedly done a fantastic sales job. But before we write off PoW completely, let’s try an exercise in imagination…something unexpected.

Can PoW Actually Be Better?

Think about this: the world is increasingly reliant on centralized cloud services. And yet we surrender our data, our wealth, and increasingly our very identities to a small number of technology companies. Aren’t the distributed network of miners that PoW’s inherent decentralization provides the PoW ecosystem’s essential check against this trend? Haven’t we learned our lesson from the 2008 financial crash about the dangers of unaccountable centralization after the fact? To me, PoW, in its purest form, is digital sovereignty.

Bitcoin Solaris BTC-S PoW is not dead, and this proves that. It’s creating a lot of excitement, particularly among Kaspa (KAS) fans. Even though Kaspa is technologically impressive with its very short block times and scalable PoW technology, the project is lacking interoperability and broader usability. Solaris is trying to bridge that gap.

This isn’t another post about why you should buy some coin. I'm interested in principles.

Let's be brutally honest: Bitcoin isn't perfect. Its scalability issues are well-documented. Yet the concept behind Bitcoin and the spirit of this decentralized, censorship resistant currency are extraordinarily powerful. Could Solaris be the first step toward making that vision a reality in general?

Mobile Mining Democratizes Finance?

Of all Solaris’ exciting attributes, perhaps the most unique is Solaris’ ability to mine on the go with its mobile mining through the Solaris Nova app. Let's think about this for a second. We all hear countless speeches about the merits of financial inclusion, but at what point does this become mere platitudes? Real world finance remains out of reach of billions of people around the world. Solaris is your opportunity to finally do something useful with your goddamn smartphone by putting it to work as a mining rig.

This is more than just a way to earn a few extra tokens. It's about empowerment. We provide people the opportunity to be a part of that community and win prizes. This opportunity is open to anyone, regardless of their access to expensive hardware or convoluted backend infrastructure.

  • Traditional Mining: High upfront costs, specialized hardware, technical expertise required.
  • Solaris Mobile Mining: Low barrier to entry, accessible to anyone with a smartphone, simplified user interface.

Now, I'm not naive. I’m sure there are a lot of reasons that mobile mining isn’t more profitable. The principle is sound. We believe it is a small but important step towards a more equitable and democratized financial system. That's something worth exploring.

Is Solana Integration Genius Or Risky?

One of the most interesting parts of Solaris’ potential is its integration with the wider Solana ecosystem. With its high throughput and low transaction fees, Solana could give the complete performance uplift. It also raises questions about centralization. Solana has faced criticism for its validator set and occasional outages.

Is Solaris sacrificing decentralization for speed? And that’s the question we should all aspire to be asking.

The native contracts that Cyberscope and Freshcoins are auditing provide peace of mind. That's a non-negotiable these days. Except, as with any new initiative, caveat emptor.

Here's where the "unexpected connection" comes in. Think about the evolution of operating systems. Sure, early Linux distributions were pretty klunky and not exactly user-friendly. As years passed, they got progressively easier to use and more accessible. Solaris, by taking advantage of Solana’s tooling, is sort of like attempting to build a simpler “operating system” for PoW.

It was a clever move to have the same 21 million coin limit, replicating Bitcoin’s scarcity. Scarcity is a powerful psychological driver. The model of distribution is intended to reward miners, mobile users and the developers of smart contracts. First, it is built to meaningfully incentivize participation throughout the whole ecosystem.

We need to see real-world use cases. Speculation is fun, but it's not sustainable. Can Solaris be used for micropayments? Supply chain management? Or something else entirely?

The harm PoW has done to the environment must now be considered as well. Even though mobile mining is less energy-intensive and more climate-friendly than traditional mining, it’s still important to be mindful of the overall carbon footprint. Is Solaris planning to move towards powering their data centers with renewable energy, or using a more efficient mining algorithm?

Ultimately, Bitcoin Solaris is an experiment. It’s a bet that PoW still has a future. It’s an optimistic wager that the cause of decentralization is one worth continuing to fight for. And it’s a wager that we can build a more accessible, democratized financial system.

Don't take my word for it. Do your own research (DYOR). Check out Bitcoin Solaris on the web, on Telegram, and on X (Twitter). So don’t get fooled by the marketing hype. Look at the underlying technology. Look at the community. And ask yourself: is this something that could actually make a difference?

Don't take my word for it. Do your own research (DYOR). Visit the Bitcoin Solaris website, Telegram, and X (Twitter). But don't just look at the marketing hype. Look at the underlying technology. Look at the community. And ask yourself: is this something that could actually make a difference?