In this podcast episode, we explore the evolution of mining protocols, spotlighting the Stratum protocols and the newly developed Datum Protocol, which offers a decentralized and efficient option for miners. Jason Hughes shares his journey and illustrates how Datum empowers miners to create custom block templates while tackling challenges in game theory and incentive structures. The hosts introduce the innovative TIDES reward system from Ocean Pool, designed to provide fair compensation based on long-term value rather than short-term market shifts. They also highlight how Ocean miners can earn more compared to traditional pools and discuss the complexities of compliance challenges, all while painting an optimistic picture for the future of Bitcoin decentralization.
