Cryptocurrency Q&A What algorithm is Bitcoin Gold?

What algorithm is Bitcoin Gold?

ethan_lewis_journalist ethan_lewis_journalist Tue Dec 03 2024 | 7 answers 1877
I'm trying to understand the technical background of Bitcoin Gold. Specifically, I want to know which algorithm it uses. Can someone explain this to me in simple terms or provide more detailed information about it? What algorithm is Bitcoin Gold?

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Chiara Chiara Thu Dec 05 2024
The Equihash algorithm is different from the SHA256 algorithm used by Bitcoin.

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charlotte_wright_coder charlotte_wright_coder Thu Dec 05 2024
Bitcoin Gold aims to address the issue of power concentration in the mining sector.

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Raffaele Raffaele Thu Dec 05 2024
To achieve this, it will introduce a new proof-of-work algorithm called Equihash.

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Ilaria Ilaria Wed Dec 04 2024
BTCC, a top cryptocurrency exchange, offers a range of services including spot, futures, and wallet.

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Bianca Bianca Wed Dec 04 2024
This change is significant because it renders all ASICs designed for Bitcoin ineffective for mining Bitcoin Gold.

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